b"Greetings fromCOOLIDGECOOLIDGE IS NAMED AFTER U.S. PRESIDENT CALVIN COOLIDGE, the 30th president of the United States, who took office in 1923 after the death of Warren Harding. He served for the remainder of his term and then was re-elected for another four years.T he modern history of the city centers onacross the rugged desert landscape. Youll be ablegjhikes.comLocated at the Artisan Village of Coolidge the agriculture, particularly cotton. Coolidgeto view the Great House up close, though visitorsmuseum provides teaching and outreach programs was founded in 1925 when R.J. Jones laidare not permitted inside the four-story structure.through presentations of geological, mineralogical, out an 80-acre site during the construction of theSitting underneath a protective metal canopy, thispaleontological, and anthropologic materials Coolidge Dam on the nearby Gila River in 1930.impressive structure has withstood the test of timefor the education and enjoyment of its visitors. The dam made the sandy soil native to the areaand is well worth a visit.They focus on creating exhibits of geological and into very rich farmland, and soon vast expanses ofmineralogical samples from around the state the desert were plowed and acres of cotton wereYoull also be able to view smaller ruins, such asof Arizona as well as unique specimens from planted. This is when the area's status as the hub ofthe remains of a Hohokam farming village, at thearound the world. Open Wednesday-Saturday the Arizona cotton industry was solidified and lednational monument. Stop by the visitor center tofrom 10-3. 351 N Arizona Blvd. 520- 723-3009.to the incorporation of Coolidge as a city in 1945. learn a little bit more about the Hohokam and thePinalGeologyMuseum.orghistory of the area from the park rangers. Open The current population of around 12,000 enjoysfrom 9-5 every day of the week, the visitor center,COOLIDGE HISTORICAL MUSEUMa small city with several parks and a regiongift shop, and monument are certainly one of theTake a walk through history and learn about the where the natural environment is a rugged deserttop attractions in the area. 1100 W Ruins Dr.early days of the area and see all of the amazing landscape. It invites them to get out and enjoy520-723-3172, NPS.gov/cagr photographs, antiques, and memorabilia the outdoor life with a range of activities. museum has to offer. The museum, harbored in PINAL GEOLOGY AND the building that once was the Coolidge Court Modern music history was made in Coolidge, too,MINERAL MUSEUM House on Harding Avenue, is home to a wealth of at the Gallopin Goose Saloon & Grill. The historicExperience some geological wonders at the Pinalexhibits and relics that have been donated over the honkytonk boasts a vintage neon sign and aGeology and Mineral Museum. The museum has ayears, from old pictures and magazines to military tribute wall to country icon Waylon Jennings, whoplethora of different minerals and gems on display.uniforms that once belonged to residents and even launched his solo career there after Buddy HollysLearn about the geology of the area, dig for fossils,an old phonograph that still plays.death. Duane Eddy, rock & roll guitarist and recordand collect a gem of your own. Whether you are a producer, is a Coolidge High School graduate, andcasual rock hound or a seasoned veteran in earthAmong the museums most unique and strange country superstar Sammi Smith spent part of herscience knowledge, the PGMM will have somethingexhibits is an old farmhouse that once stood on the childhood in Coolidge.to grab your attention including children's activitiesGoree Farm. With no running water or electricity, that foster interest in earth science, fossils from all CASA GRANDE RUINS over the world, gems, and minerals.NATIONAL MONUMENT Pinal Geology The area containing what is now the city ofand Mineral Coolidge was occupied by indigenous ancientMuseumSonoran Desert people who built a massive compound consisting of many caliche structures and remained in the area for over 1,000 years before abandoning it approximately 560 years ago. The only remaining and preserved structure from this compound is the Casa Grande Ruins National Monument. Historically, this was the home of theg r o . t s e w h t u o s y g o l o e a h c r aHohokam Native American tribe, and the Casa Grande Ruins National Monument was the first to get protected status from the US Government, way back in 1892.Casa Grande Ruins As you approach the ruins, youll see the CasaNational MonumentGrande, or Great House in Spanish, rising up 24 May 2022"