A thriving community of Native Americans populated Pauwai long before the Spanish arrived. The evidence of their lives and work can be seen today at the Kumeyaay-Ipai Interpretive Center, founded by a partnership with the City of Poway,  Friends of the Kumeyaay, and the San Pasqual Band of Indians.

Take a guided tour of this archaeological site where you will experience artifacts, ‘ewaas, and a milling and grinding station.