Casa Grande Ruins National Monument

Early Summer Heat Wave To Bake National Park Sites

An early summer heat wave will bring dangerously hot temperatures this week to some Southwestern units of the National Park System, including Death Valley National Park, which could see temperatures flirting with 122° Fahrenheit by Thursday.

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By Kurt Repanshek - June 3rd, 2024 5:12pm

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Casa Grande: The Great House In The Desert

There is in the southern Arizona desert a structure known locally as Sivan Vahkih. Nearly four stories tall, it's the remaining focal point of a culture that had figured out centuries ago how to tame this unforgiving landscape.

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By Jess Repanshek - August 1st, 2024 1:24am

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Luminary Event At Casa Grande Ruins National Monument

Casa Grande Ruins National Monument in Arizona will host a luminary event on Wednesday, February 12. A short program will begin at 6 p.m., then time will be allowed until 8 p.m. for photography, self-guided exploration, and questions.

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By NPT Staff - February 4th, 2020 2:00am

Casa Grande Ruins On The Air With Amateur Radio

How many know what "ham" radio is? This hobby built around amateur radio can send programs across town or across the country. And a group of Ham Radio Operators are working to promote national parks through their hobby.

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By NPT Staff - February 5th, 2016 3:00am

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Legislation Calls For Casa Grande Ruins National Monument to Grow by 415 Acres

Legislation has been introduced to Congress that would add 415 acres to Casa Grande Ruins National Monument in Arizona.

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By Kurt Repanshek - April 29th, 2010 2:15am

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Special Backcountry Tours of Casa Grande Ruins National Monument Slated for March

As with Mesa Verde National Park, much of the backcountry at Casa Grande National Monument in Arizona normally is closed to the public to protect the artifacts. However, in March rangers will be leading special tours to some of the sites in celebration of Arizona Archaeology and Heritage Awareness Month.

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By Kurt Repanshek - February 20th, 2010 5:00am

Casa Grande Ruins National Monument Hosts 2nd Annual American Indian Music Fest This Weekend

Are you a snowbird enjoying the mild winters, if you could call them that, in Arizona? If so, you might want to head for Casa Grande Ruins National Monument this weekend for the Second Annual American Indian Musical Fest.

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By Kurt Repanshek - January 27th, 2010 4:00am

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