For
over a thousand years, prehistoric farmers inhabited much of the present-day
state of Arizona. When the first Europeans arrived, all that remained
of this ancient culture were the ruins of villages, irrigation canals
and various artifacts. Among these ruins is the Casa Grande, or "Big
House," one of the largest and most mysterious prehistoric structures
ever built in North America. Casa Grande Ruins, the nation's first archeological
preserve, protects the Casa Grande and other archeological sites within
its boundaries. You are invited to see the Casa Grande and to hear the
story of the ancient ones the Akimel O'otham call the Hohokam, "those
who are gone."
Operating Hours & Seasons
Open all year from
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; closed December 25
Communities
Surrounding Casa Grande Ruins National Monument
Note: The times listed below are approximate driving times to the park.
For
over a thousand years, prehistoric farmers inhabited much of the present-day
state of Arizona. When the first Europeans arrived, all that remained
of this ancient culture were the ruins of villages, irrigation canals
and various artifacts. Among these ruins is the Casa Grande, or "Big
House," one of the largest and most mysterious prehistoric structures
ever built in North America. Casa Grande Ruins, the nation's first archeological
preserve, protects the Casa Grande and other archeological sites within
its boundaries. You are invited to see the Casa Grande and to hear the
story of the ancient ones the Akimel O'otham call the Hohokam, "those
who are gone."