What) Right next
door to Florence Prison, an outlet store can be found which
features a diverse display of arts and crafts made by the
inmates. A replica of an army tank made from hundreds of
popsicle sticks and unicorn drawings are just a few of the
many treasures to be found in this small store. Come at the
right time and you might even get to meet one of the inmates
who are often working at the store. A post-shopping lunch at
the nearby L&B Inn is highly recommended. (1)
Where) On the north side of East Butte Avenue, just east of Highway 79/Pinal Pioneer Parkway, just across the road from the prison. Tu-Sat 7am - 3:30pm 1-520-868-3014
Why) Most of the reason is that it was on our way and it happened to be one of the few places I wanted to stop in at on the long drive between Phoenix and San Antonio. Pam though had a much more personal reason for wanting to stop here. Little did we know that something from our stop would stay with both of us for a long time afterwards.