Besh-Ba-Gowah Archaeological Park

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1100 Jesse Hayes Rd
Globe, AZ 85501
+1 (928) 425-0320
https://www.globeaz.gov

The Besh-Ba-Gowah Museum in Globe, AZ offers visitors a fascinating glimpse into the colorful history of the town, which was originally founded as a mining town in 1876. With its abundant water supply and strategic location for distributing mining products, Globe quickly became a hub for mining activities. The museum showcases the town's rich mining heritage and features exhibits that highlight its unique past.

From the discovery of a globe-shaped piece of pure silver that gave the town its name to the present day, Globe has remained a captivating destination for history enthusiasts. The Besh-Ba-Gowah Museum provides a comprehensive overview of Globe's mining history, offering visitors a chance to explore the town's past through engaging exhibits and displays.

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4.535 reviews
Lorraine A.
4/29/2025

My Dad, Greg Sr. Andrade Used To Work In This Area, Years Ago. He Was Well Known For His Hard Work, He Was A Worker For Sure. He Always Made Sure These Grounds Were Spotless And Everything Was Up...

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Sabine T.
4/7/2025

A nice archeological site that's a nice stop if you're in the area or you're interested in ancient Arizona cultures. It's affordable and consists of a small museum with pottery and other...

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Jodi H.
3/15/2025

Wonderful historical archeology park. Land of the Salado native people. So informative and inspiring to walk through the ruins and absorb the information on the museum. What a magnificent magical...

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Jeff J.
12/21/2024

A very cool place to look at items of history and to learn about other cultures. The 'walk around' area is interesting because of the nature of the history it displays. Friendly staff selling...

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Kris L.
10/11/2022

Really enjoyed this park. There is an impressive museum stocked only from artifacts found at this or nearby sites. Many beautiful pots, tools, baskets and displays. The ruins are well marked,...

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