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Casa Grande Ruins National MonumentThe Saguaro cactus blooms in late May to early June.
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Casa Grande Ruins National Monument
Park Fun

Welcome to our Park Fun pages - Have fun and learn about Casa Grande Ruins!

 
This area is for kids of all ages

Let's go exploring! As you travel through these web pages, use the navigation bar to the left to get to fun activities and information.

Here's what you'll find here:

The Fun Facts pages will help you learn about the Casa Grande, how and why we protect it, and the prehistoric Hohokam inhabitants.

Examples of pendants created and traded by the Hohokam  

Did You Know?
The Hohokam made shell jewelry including bracelets, rings, necklaces and pendants. Some of the jewelry was inlaid with turquoise while others had designs etched into the surface. The shells were acquired from as far away as the Pacific Ocean and the Gulf of California.

Last Updated: August 21, 2006 at 14:15 EST