Mayer, Census-designated place in Yavapai County, Arizona, US
Mayer is a census-designated place in the mountainous regions of Yavapai County, Arizona, situated at an elevation of about 1,350 meters (4,430 feet). The community consists of scattered residential areas with local schools serving the population.
The settlement developed in the late 1800s and was named after a local figure from that era. Three buildings in the area were later recognized for their historical importance and added to the National Register of Historic Places.
The area was originally called Wi:kidoʼyoʼ by the Yavapai people before receiving its current name in the late 19th century. This shift in naming reflects how the region's story changed over time.
The area is sparsely settled with rural roads connecting different neighborhoods and facilities. Visitors should plan to have a car, as public transportation is limited and distances between locations can be considerable.
Between May and June 1942, the community housed a temporary assembly center that held 245 Japanese Americans in military-style barracks before their removal to Poston internment camp. This often-overlooked chapter reveals how national policies affected ordinary people in this remote location.
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