PHOENIX – Join Pueblo Grande Museum in December for a variety of classes, programs, and tours fun for all ages, interests and budgets. Register for paid programs at pueblogrande.com or visit the City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation page at phoenix.gov/parks/classes-and-programs.
Hohokam Art for Kids
Saturday, December 2, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Children ages 7 to 12 can get crafty the Hohokam way! Participants will see examples of Hohokam pottery and shell jewelry then create their own pottery, cordage and a shell pendant. They’ll also learn about the chemistry behind the Hohokam’s famous acid-etched shell jewelry. Advanced registration is required by November 30.
Petroglyph Discovery Hike
Saturday, December 16, 9 to 10 a.m.
Bring the whole family for a short one mile Hohokam petroglyph discovery hike at South Mountain for an easy but also petroglyph rich hiking experience. An experienced Museum guide will lead participants on a quick one-mile, one-hour interpretive hike, perfect for all ages and busy schedules. Space is limited. Advance registration required by December 14, cost is $5.
Pots for Tots: Free Craft Time
Sunday, December 17, 1 to 3 p.m.
Fun and easy pottery crafts for tiny-tots to enjoy during this two-hour free craft time! Great for children ages 6 and under. No registration needed, included with paid museum admission.
Drop-In Discovery
Sunday, December 17, 1 to 3 p.m.
Join experimental archaeologist, Zack Curcija, for a shell disc bead manufacturing demonstration on the back patio at Pueblo Grande Museum. Curcija will reveal how prehistoric southwestern craftspeople, specifically the Hohokam, created millions of delicate and uniform beads with stone tool technology. Included with Museum Admission.
Behind the Scenes Tour
Thursday, December 21, 10 to 10:45 a.m.
Join museum collections staff for a “behind the scenes” tour of the museum. This is an opportunity to learn about the artifacts that are not on display in the museum and see how museums care for their collections. This tour is $5 in addition to paid museum admission. Space is limited, sign up at the front desk to reserve your spot.
Park of Four Waters Tour
Friday, December 22, 10 to 11 a.m.
The Park of Four Waters tour will take you on a tour through undeveloped, natural desert to the ruins of prehistoric hohokam canal systems. This tour is $5 in addition to paid museum admission. Space is limited, sign up at the front desk to reserve your spot.
Pueblo Grande Museum General Information
4619 E. Washington St.
Phoenix, AZ 85034
(602) 495-0901
www.pueblogrande.com
The Museum is located on the Southeast corner of 44th St. and Washington St.
Accessible by the Sky Train and the Sky Harbor Airport Light Rail Station Stop
Follow us on Facebook @PuebloGrandeMuseum and on Twitter @PuebloGrande
Museum Hours: October through April – Monday to Saturday 9 a.m. to 4:45 p.m., Sunday 1 to 4:45 p.m. CLOSED Sunday and Monday May through September and most major holidays
Museum Admission: Adults $6, Seniors (55+) $5, Children (6-17) $3, under 6 are Free and Children 17 and under are free on Sundays
Explore the Ancient Heart of Phoenix
Pueblo Grande Museum is located on a 1,000 year old archaeological site once inhabited by the Hohokam culture located just minutes from downtown Phoenix next to Sky Harbor International Airport. This National Historic Landmark and Phoenix Point of Pride has been a part of the City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department since 1929, and is the largest preserved archaeological site within Phoenix. Easily accessible by the Sky Train and the Light Rail, the museum is open 7 days a week October through April, and closed Sundays and Mondays, May through September.
A fully accessible 2/3 mile trail takes you through a prehistoric Hohokam archaeological village site with a partially excavated platform mound, ballcourt, and replicated prehistoric houses. There are three galleries to visit while at the Museum. The main gallery displays artifacts of the Hohokam and discusses the Pueblo Grande village site. The children’s hands-on gallery has activities to help kids learn about the science of archaeology. And the changing gallery features exhibits on various topics from archaeology, southwest cultures, and Arizona history. For authentic Native American gifts, art, and jewelry, the Museum Store has something for all tastes and budgets.
Throughout the year, Pueblo Grande Museum has programming for adults, children, and families, which include archaeology classes for kids, arts and crafts workshops, hikes, and lectures. The Museum also holds annual events, such as the Indian Market, children’s summer programs, a Native Art & Rug Auction, Ancient Technology Day and more to please all ages and interests!
