S’edav Va’aki Museum, Phoenix, AZ (Formerly Pueblo Grande Museum)

Overview of S’edav Va’aki Museum

Nestled in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, the S’edav Va’aki Museum offers a fascinating look into the lives of the Ancestral Sonoran Desert People. Just minutes from Downtown Phoenix and the Sky Harbor International Airport, the museum is an easy-to-reach historical treasure that welcomes all ages for cultural discovery and educational experiences. Click here

History of S’edav Va’aki Museum

The museum site is home to ancient ruins dating back over 1,500 years and was once a thriving village of the Hohokam civilization. Known for their advanced irrigation canals and unique architectural features like platform mounds and ballcourts, the Hohokam laid the foundations for life in the desert Southwest. The museum recently reclaimed its Indigenous identity with the name “S’edav Va’aki”, derived from the O’Odham language. Click here to read about the Castles N’ Coasters, Phoenix, Arizona

Points of Interest

Visitors to the S’edav Va’aki Museum can enjoy:

• A partially excavated platform mound
• Ballcourt ruins and canal systems
• Interactive exhibits and artifact galleries
• Outdoor interpretive trail
• Gift shop and educational programming

Places to Eat Near S’edav Va’aki Museum

Fuel up after your adventure at some local favorites nearby:

The Breadfruit & Rum Bar

Island-inspired cuisine

Pizzeria Bianco

Award-winning wood-fired pizzas

Little Miss BBQ

Famous for its Central Texas-style smoked meats

Places to Visit in Phoenix, AZ

While you’re in Phoenix, be sure to check out:

Desert Botanical Garden

Native and international desert plants

Phoenix Zoo

Home to over 3,000 animals

Papago Park

Red rock formations and scenic trails

Arizona Science Center

Hands-on exhibits and planetarium

Practical Information

📍 Address: 4619 E Washington St, Phoenix, AZ 85034

🕒 Hours: Monday to Saturday – 9:00 AM to 4:45 PM | Sunday – Closed

🎟️ Admission: General $6 | Seniors $5 | Children $3 (as of latest update)

📞 Phone: (602) 495-0901

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Driving Directions – From S’edav Va’aki Museum to Rising Tide Landscapes

Starting Point: 4619 E Washington St, Phoenix, AZ 85034

Destination: Rising Tide Landscapes, Scottsdale, AZ

🧭 Route (Approx. 25–30 minutes):

1. Head east on E Washington St
2. Take N 48th St and merge onto AZ-202 Loop E
3. Take AZ-101 Loop N toward Scottsdale
4. Exit on Via de Ventura, turn right
5. Turn right onto N Hayden Rd
6. Arrive at Rising Tide Landscapes (Exact location available on request)