Gilbert, AZ
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About Gilbert
- • Actress Lyndsy Fonseca, known for roles in "Nikita" and "Kick-Ass", was born in Gilbert.
- • Grill's Seafood was founded in Gilbert, AZ, before expanding to multiple locations.
- • The Arizona Eastern Railway, built in 1902, spurred Gilbert's agricultural development.
- • Gilbert's 'Water Tower Plaza' was once a literal water tower crucial for irrigation.
- • The devastating 1905 flooding of the Gila River significantly impacted Gilbert's early growth.
- • William 'Bobby' Gilbert sold land to the Arizona Eastern Railway, leading to the town's name in 1920.
- • With over 275,000 residents, Gilbert is now larger than many state capitals.
- • Gilbert sits at 1,237 feet above sea level, offering views of nearby mountain ranges.
- • Many Gilbert residents work in professional, scientific, and technical services.
- • Gilbert feels like a safe, family-friendly community with a focus on outdoor activities.
- • The Arizona Cardinals, in nearby Glendale, won Super Bowl XLII in a thrilling upset.
- • The Fiesta Bowl, played annually in Glendale, has hosted countless memorable college football matchups.