La Plaza Vieja
A Historic Neighborhood in Flagstaff
Preserving community stories, memories, and voices for future generations
About La Plaza Vieja
La Plaza Vieja is one of Flagstaff’s historic neighborhoods, home to families whose stories span generations. More than a physical location, La Plaza Vieja represents shared history, cultural continuity, and a strong sense of community.
The neighborhood’s legacy lives on through the memories, experiences, and voices of the people who have called it home.
About This Project
This website was created as a community storytelling and preservation project. Its goal is to document and share the lived experiences of La Plaza Vieja residents through oral histories, images, video, and educational materials.
By making these stories publicly accessible, the project helps ensure that the neighborhood’s history is not only remembered, but shared with future generations.
Explore the Site
History
Explore a timeline of La Plaza Vieja alongside oral histories from residents. View an interactive timeline of La Plaza Vieja historical events.
Pictures
A collection of photographs capturing the people, places, and moments that define La Plaza Vieja.
Videos
Watch aerial footage, community events, and oral history interviews that bring La Plaza Vieja’s stories to life.
Lessons
Educational materials and lesson plans designed to support learning and discussion around local history and community storytelling.
Share Your Story
Have a story, memory, or photo to share? Residents and community members are invited to contribute and help preserve La Plaza Vieja’s history.
Community Voices Matter
La Plaza Vieja’s story is still being written. If you are a resident, former resident, or have a connection to the neighborhood, we invite you to share your story, photos, or memories.
Contributions may be added to the site or used to support future interviews and storytelling projects.