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Besh-Ba-Gowah Gila County, AZ
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BESH-BA-GOWAH
Welcome to Besh-Ba-Gowah, the heartland of the Salado people. The term was originally given by the Apaches to the early settlement of Globe. Roughly translated, the term means “place of metal.” Here visitors will see the partially restored ancient ruin of the Salado people who occupied the site between A.D. 1225 and A.D. 1400. Enjoy the self guided tour of the village which allows visitors to experience the mysteries of those who came before.
The adjacent museum provides a fascinating glimpse at prehistoric pottery, stone and woven artifacts excavated from the site and a video interpreting the lifestyle of the people who occupied this region over two centuries before Columbus discovered the ‘New World.’ A seasonal ethno-botanical garden provides information about and showcases plants used by the people who made this desert landscape their home.
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IMPORTANT PARK INFORMATION
Basic operational information for the park is showcased here. Simply click on the “+” for specific details. For more info visit the website below.
1324 S. Jesse Hayes Rd.
Globe, AZ 85501 Phone: (928) 425-0320 Email: beshbagowah@globeaz.gov
Start out going west on W Cedar St toward W Ash St/US-60 E/US-60 W.
Then 0.01 miles Turn left onto W Ash St/US-60 E.
Then 0.66 miles Turn right onto S Hill St.
S Hill St is 0.3 miles past W Maple St
If you are on E Ash St and reach S High St you've gone a little too far
Then 0.20 miles S Hill St becomes E Carico St.
Then 0.04 miles Turn left onto S Walliman Rd.
Then 0.84 miles Take the 1st right onto Beer Tree Xing.
Beer Tree Xing is just past E Skyline Dr
If you reach E Skyline Dr you've gone a little too far
Then 0.20 miles Turn left onto Jesse Hayes Rd.
Then 0.10 miles
Beshba-Gowah Museum, 1324 Jesse Hayes Rd, Globe, AZ, 1324 JESSE HAYES RD is on the right.
Open Daily 9-4:30
Closed- Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day
Summer Hours
July 1 - September 30- Closed Monday & Tuesday
Weather during the summer can be extremely hot. It is typically 10 degrees Fahrenheit cooler than Phoenix. Dress accordingly and bring water with you. Weather in the spring and fall are very nice.
Admission Fees:
Adults $5 Seniors (65+) $4 Children (12- ) FREE
The adjacent museum and visitors center provides a fascinating glimpse at prehistoric pottery, stone and woven artifacts excavated from the site and a video interpreting the lifestyle of the people who occupied this region over two centuries before Columbus discovered the 'New World.' A seasonal ethno-botanical garden provides information about and showcases plants used by the people who made this desert landscape their home.
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