The area of the presidio torreon is a complex archaeological site. The layers of history start with the modern ground surface, and go back in time to about AD 500. Within these layers, the behaviors and activities of people are recorded by the things they left behind. Some of these objects have been digitized here for you to be able to examine online.

The artifact models avialable here for browsing were made possible by the genrous support of Autodesk, Adobe, Strata 3d and 3dSOM companies. The Center for Desert Archaeology wishes to express its graditude that these companies see a value in supporting the preservation of our shared cultural heritage.

Artifacts from the American Territorial Period AD 1854-1916

Artifacts from the Mexican Presidio Period AD 1821 - 1854

Artifacts from this time period coming soon!

Artfacts from the Spanish Colonial Period AD 1775 - 1821

Artifacts from the Sobaipuri (Oodham) Period AD 1400 - 1775

Artifacts from this time period coming soon!

Artifacts from the Hohokam Era AD 500 - 1400

Artifacts from the Early Agricultural Period 2000 BC - AD 500

Artifacts from this time period coming soon!