The Ice House
- Historic building
- In Flagstaff, Arizona
- 0.1 mi from Route 66
- National Register of Historic Places
The Ice House is a stone commercial building in Flagstaff, AZ, on East Birch Avenue, just a tenth of a mile from Route 66. Sometimes called Babbitt's Ice Plant, it went up in 1946 and joined the National Register in 2009. It is a newer landmark than many downtown buildings, and a good example of how Flagstaff kept building in stone well into the Route 66 era.
What is The Ice House?
The building is a sturdy stone structure built for commercial use. Its other name, Babbitt's Ice Plant, points to its original job of making ice. It stands at 201 East Birch Avenue, a short walk from the railroad and the old highway through downtown.
Its National Register listing in 2009 recognized the building as a historic commercial property. It shows that the downtown habit of building in solid masonry carried on well after the war years.
Visiting The Ice House: tips
The Ice House is only about a tenth of a mile off Route 66, so it is easy to reach on foot from downtown. The site is listed as wheelchair accessible. Treat it as a quick look on a walking loop: Hotel Monte Vista, the Railroad Addition Historic District and the Presbyterian Church Parsonage are each about a tenth of a mile away, and food is close by.
Practical info
- Address
- 201 E Birch Ave #6, Flagstaff, AZ 86001
- Phone
- +1 928-226-2874
- On site & nearby
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