This review is for Arcosanti during a festival that is sometimes held here called Form. So the experience I had is fairly unique and doesn't represent the usual experience of coming to Arcosanti for tours or staying here in the suites offered. But that may be worth doing as well. I haven't.
We car camped, and saw awesome music shows set in the interesting architecture of the area. Arcosanti is a very cool place to see live music of really curated and interesting artists. It was really beautiful before the weather and storms caused the day 3 of the festival to be cancelled. I purchased one of the Cosanti bells that are crafted on site. Been waiting until I was here on site to get mine :)
Per the internet--
Arcosanti is an experimental urban laboratory and projected town in Mayer, Arizona, founded in 1970 by architect Paolo Soleri to demonstrate "arcology"--the fusion of architecture and ecology.
* Purpose: Designed as a compact, three-dimensional urban prototype to combat urban sprawl, reduce resource consumption, and integrate living, working, and public spaces.
* Population: Maintains a small live-work community of around 45 to 50 full-time residents.
* Operations: Funded primarily by the daily casting and sale of iconic bronze and ceramic Cosanti windbells.
Visiting and Staying--
* Hours & Access: Daily hours are 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Self-guided exploration is restricted for day visitors, but guided walking tours can be scheduled in advance. The site is accessed via a rough 2-mile gravel and dirt road.
* Amenities: Features a visitor center, gallery/gift shop, and scenic hiking trails (such as Valletta Loop and Tomiaki Trails). The on-site cafe is temporarily closed.
* Lodging: Overnight stays are available on a limited basis in simple guest rooms and suites for visitors wanting to experience the community firsthand read more