Casa Grande Ruins National Monument

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Description

Casa Grande Ruins National Monument is located in Coolidge. The ruins include the Casa Grande, the largest remaining structure built by the prehistoric Hohokam Indians. It is four stories high and 60 feet long, and designed to align with the sun and moon at specific times.

Surrounding the main building of the Casa Grande Ruins are the remains of a walled village. A prehistoric ball court is still visible with a viewing platform located above it.

Hobbies & Activities category: Archeological site or ruin; National park; Prehistoric site or exhibit; National Register of Buildings

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Address

Casa Grande Ruins National Monument
1100 Ruins Drive
Coolidge, AZ 85228-3200
United States

Map Casa Grande Ruins National Monument

Phone 1 (520) 723-3172
Fax 1 (520) 723-7209

http://www.nps.gov/cagr/

Hours



Open	8:00	8:00	8:00	8:00	8:00	8:00	8:00
Closed	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00

Always closed on:
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November) Christmas - Christian (December 25)