Second Mesa

Second Mesa is one of three mesas inhabited by the Hopi Indians. There are three villages: Mishongnovi, Shipaulovi and Shungopavi.

Shungopavi was founded by the Bear Clan and the clan allowed other clans to move to the area in exchange for beneficial skill or ceremony that was unique to that clan. This village is notable due to the remarkable silver overlay jewelry and coiled plaques.

Sipaulovi was established when a number of clans were sent to begin a new village to ensure Hopi survival from possible Spanish reprisal after the Pueblo Revolt. Mishongnovi was originally established just below the edge of Second Mesa but it moved to its present site in the 1690's.