S'edav Va'aki Museum - formerly Pueblo Grande Museum

Do you love quails? Are you feeling crafty?

Stop by the S’ed̲av Va’aki Museum for a FREE family‑friendly craft night. Explore your artistic side with quail‑inspired activities on Thursday, June 18, 2026, from 6:00–7:30 PM!

Visit the museum and archaeological site on Thursday evenings and enjoy reduced admission prices from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm!

Welcome back to our Object of the Month highlight series! Today is World Atlatl Day and in celebration SVM wanted to spotlight a replica atlatl and replica projectiles.

The atlatl is a weapon pre-dating the bow and arrow. They’ve been used in many cultures worldwide for thousands of years and have proven to be effective weapons. It is a stick with a hook on the end to hold projectiles. The throwing action used with an atlatl increases the distance, speed, and force of the projectile.

Slide through the images in the rest of this post to see how atlatls are used in action!

Thank you, Chef Nathan Schofield, for sharing your incredible talent at the S’edav Va’aki Museum’s inaugural Harmony Gala. As a featured chef leading our VIP culinary experience sharing dishes and representing Ko’Sin at the Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass, your detail driven, guest focused approach—and deep commitment to community—helped make the evening unforgettable.

All proceeds from the Harmony Gala support the development of our new permanent exhibit, and we are grateful for Chef Nathan’s meaningful contribution to this important milestone.

This mourning dove has the right idea visiting the museum before the heat takes over the day. Most days SVM opens its doors as early as 9AM so beat the heat and visit us during the calm mornings!

How do you 602? 🎉🌵 The City of Phoenix is celebrating June 2 (6/02) as 602 Day for the third year in row by working with local businesses and organizations to cultivate civic pride.

Even though museum is closed on 602 Day this year, starting today June 1st we are launching a week-long donation campaign where every $6.02 given by our guests will directly fund the SVM’s upcoming permanent gallery the Himdag Experience!

Visit 602Day.com for more information and an interactive map showcasing all of our participating partners.

Mark these dates and don’t miss out! 🗓️✨Check out the museum’s June events calendar and join us for our special mix of craft nights, evening lectures, and programs.

Don’t forget to celebrate 602 Day! Even though the museum is closed on the day of, there are plenty of events happening throughout the valley in celebration. To learn more about 602 Day events, visit 602day.com

We would like a moment to thank Chef Jaren Bates for his participation at our inaugural Harmony Gala. As one of the six featured chefs that evening, Chef Jaren presented a menu that showcased the incredible tastes that wild ingredients and Native American Cuisine can offer. All proceeds from the Harmony Gala support the development of our new permanent exhibit that opens in February of 2027. SVM appreciates Chef Jaren’s meaningful contribution to this important milestone.

Visit our Museum Store this summer! Starting June 1st, the Store is opened the following days.

Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday: Open from 9AM – 2PM
Tuesday, Wednesday, Sunday: Closed

Keep in mind the store opening for the day is subject to volunteer availability. Please call the museum at (602) 495-0901 to stay up-to-date.

Don't forget! Last month's session of the Parched speaker series was rescheduled to Thursday June 11th, 2026!

Join us at 6:00PM in the S’ed̲av Va’aki Community Room for a very special guest lecture featuring, Debra Edgerton, the artist behind 𝙇𝙞𝙛𝙚 𝙀𝙭𝙩𝙚𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙙 that is on display at the museum!

S'ed̲av Va'aki Museum and other City of Phoenix offices are closed in honor of Memorial Day. SVM reopens to the public this Thursday!