S'edav Va'aki Museum Foundation

About the S’edav Va’aki
Museum Foundation

Connecting Ancestors to Present through Preservation, Education, and Community

The Foundation

Safeguarding the “Central
Place”
for All

The S'edav Va'aki Museum Foundation is committed to protecting, interpreting, and celebrating our heritage. Our mission is to care for the Hohokam archaeological site, engage the public through education, and foster connections between the past and present. We strive to ensure that this vital part of Arizona’s history is preserved and appreciated by present and future generations.

Overview

The S’edav Va’aki Museum Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to preservation, interpretation, and stewardship of this significant cultural site.

For information about the Museum Store, membership, and events, please contact us:
Foundation Office: (602) 534-2442
Museum Store: (602) 534-2430

Mission Statement

Preserving. Educating. Inspiring. We invite you to learn more about the dedicated staff, archaeologists, and community supporters who work together to honor this sacred place and ensure its legacy continues.

Mission Statement

Marissa Sotomayor, President

president@svmfoundation.org

Sunday Eiselt, Vice President

board@svmfoundation.org

Treasurer Vacant

treasurer@svmfoundation.org

Secretary Vacant

secretary@svmfoundation.org

Katherine Shields

Indian Market Chair

market@svmfoundation.org

Reylynne Williams

Store Committee Chair

storechair@svmfoundation.org

Vickie Baldwin

At Large Member

Leland Thomas

At Large Member

Carmen Guerrero

Development Committee Chair

Jacob Butler

Advisory Committee

History of the Central Place

A Window to the Ancient Hohokam
Culture

Preservation

We safeguard and protect the Central Place through conservation, site care, and ongoing preservation efforts that honor its archaeological importance.

Education

We offer programs, resources, and learning opportunities that help visitors understand native history, culture, and archaeological legacy.

Community

We engage with our local and wider communities through programs, partnerships, and shared experiences that connect people with the past.

What We Do

Preserving, Educating, and Inspiring

Get to know the passionate staff, dedicated archaeologists, and supporters who work together to shape the S’edav Va’aki Museum Foundation and carry its mission forward through preservation, education, and public engagement.

Meet Our Team

About the S’edav Va’aki Museum Foundation

The Foundation

Safeguarding the “CentralPlace” for All

Overview

Mission Statement

Mission Statement

Marissa Sotomayor, President

Sunday Eiselt, Vice President

Treasurer Vacant

Secretary Vacant

Katherine Shields

Reylynne Williams

Vickie Baldwin

Leland Thomas

Carmen Guerrero

Jacob Butler

A Window to the Ancient Hohokam Culture

Preservation

Education

Community

What We Do

Preserving, Educating, and Inspiring

About the S’edav Va’aki
Museum Foundation

Safeguarding the “Central
Place”
for All

A Window to the Ancient Hohokam
Culture