S'edav Va'aki Museum Foundation

S’edav Va’aki

Ancestral Home of the O'odham

A Sacred Central
Place of Gathering
and Ceremony

Rooted in the ancestral lands of the O’odham people, the Foundation is dedicated to honoring, preserving, and sharing the living history, culture, and enduring legacy of this sacred place.

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We respectfully acknowledge that S’edav Va’aki Museum stands on a 1,500-year-old archaeological site once inhabited by the ancestors of the O'Odham people, people, known archaeologically as the Hohokam (Huhugam) culture. We honor the deep history, ingenuity, and stewardship of this land by its original inhabitants, and recognize the enduring presence and contributions of Indigenous peoples connected to this region today. We are committed to preserving this history with respect, integrity, and continued learning.

— Preserving The Central Place —

Where ancestral roots and living culture continue to guide and inspire.

S’edav Va’aki Museum offers a meaningful gateway to the rich and sophisticated lifeways of the ancestral Sonoran Desert people. For more than a thousand years, this site has been a center of trade, ceremony, and innovative irrigation practices that sustained thriving communities.

” This land is not a relic of the past–it is a living foundation that shapes our present and guides our shared future.”

— Museum Foundation Mission

The S’edav Va’aki Museum Foundation is committed to supporting archaeological research, caring for the site, and strengthening meaningful partnerships with Tribal communities to ensure this sacred place is protected for generations.

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Protect the Central Place

Your support directly funds the preservation of Hohokam history and the education of future generations.

Annual Membership

Join a community of history enthusiasts. Members enjoy unlimited free admission, 10% discount at the Museum Store, and exclusive “After Hours” event access.

Support a living legacy. Your contribution protects culture and uplifts Indigenous voices.

$35 Individual

$75 Family

$500 Pithouse

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Direct Impact

General Donations

Not ready for membership? A one-time gift supports immediate needs like artifact restoration and trail maintenance.

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Become part of the story. Help preserve ancestral knowledge for generations.

SIGNATURE EVENT

48th Annual Indian Market

Featuring 100+ Indigenous artists, traditional dance, and authentic O'odham cuisine.

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Oct 24, 2026

Twilight Tour: Solstice at the Mound

A rare evening guided walk observing the alignment of the platform mound.

"A bridge between ancient roots and our future."

MUSEUM STORE ART PIECES AVAILABLE

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LOCATION

4619 E. Washington St.
Phoenix, AZ 85034

MUSEUM HOURS

Open Daily: 9:00 AM – 4:45 PM

Closed on City Holidays

Foundation Inquiries?

info@svmfoundation.org