La Bajada Pueblo, a Rio Grande Classic period site, was occupied from the A.D. 1200’s up to A.D. 1700 (dates obtained in 2008 by BLM archeologist Peter McKenna). Both Cochiti and Santo Domingo Pueblos trace ancestry to this site. The only excavation of La Bajada Pueblo was in 1915, when Nels Nelson excavated about 10% of the site. Interestingly, this large (3-5 roomblock) and important site has not previously been toured by an archeological group.
Our 5-7 hour tour, led by NFS archaeologist Mike Bremer, will visit the pueblo and proximate field and water diversion features. The tour will focus on two overlook sites on the mesa which have considerable rock art, a well preserved shrine, and some quite distinctive room features.
This trip is rated easy. Trip cost will be $85 for FOA members ($95 for non -members). Spaces are limited. Make reservations beginning August 9, 2016 at 7:00 am by calling (505) 982-7799, ext. 5.
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