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Casa Grande Ruins National MonumentAfternoon view of the Casa Grande (Big House) from the south.
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Casa Grande Ruins National Monument
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Image of the Casa Grande by Holly Todd in 1892. From an original 5x7 glass plate.

Holly Todd, 1892

Courtesy NPS Historic Photograph Collection.

VISIT A VERY SPECIAL PLACE

Welcome and thank you for taking the time to visit our website. Casa Grande Ruins is the first archeological site to be preserved by the federal government and the fifth oldest unit in the National Park Service. Set aside as a federal land reserve in 1892, Casa Grande Ruins helped to spark the preservation movement in America. Because Casa Grande Ruins is a very special place with a story that transcends hundreds of years, the site was declared a National Monument in 1918.

The staff at Casa Grande Ruins is extremely dedicated to preserving the Monument for future generations and providing today’s visitors with informative and educational experiences to ensure that your visit is both memorable and informative.

If at any time we can be of further assistance, please do not hesitate to ask. Our goal is to serve you in the most efficient and effective means possible.
Painting the protective roof in 2003.  

Did You Know?
The metal roof structure above the Casa Grande was constructed in 1932 at a cost of almost $28,000. Maintenance of the roof structure includes painting it every 15-20 years. It was last painted in 2003 at a cost of over $100,000.

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Last Updated: October 08, 2009 at 16:36 EST