Southwest Colorado Canyons Alliance

Hike the Canyons of the Ancients National Monument!

Life supporting water on the Canyons of the Ancients National Monument
Hike to see amazing Ancestral sites!
Site Steward Monitoring
Saddlehorn Pueblo on the Sand Canyon Trail
Great Kiva at Lowry Pueblo
Ancestral Puebloan Sites in CANM
Youth Summit at Escalante Pueblo
Tours by SCCA!
Protecting our Cultural Resources
Ancient Doorways
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We collaborate with the Bureau of Land Management to engage the public through education, outreach, and stewardship for the use and enjoyment of the natural and cultural landscape of Canyons of the Ancients National Monument and nearby public lands.

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Visit the Canyons of the Ancients Visitor Center and Museum

Canyons of the Ancients Visitor Center and Museum is Southwest Colorado’s premier archaeological museum, operated by the Bureau of Land Management since 1988. All museum facilities are wheelchair-accessible.

Canyons of the Ancients Visitor Center and Museum is a museum focusing on Ancestral Puebloan, Native American, and historic cultures in the Four Corners region. It is also headquarters for visitors traveling to Canyons of the Ancients National Monument.

Features include:

  • Permanent exhibits on archaeology, local history and Native American cultures
  • Two 12th-century archaeological sites (Ask a volunteer about the visiting these sites just outside of the museum.)
  • Special exhibits and events
  • Educational resources for teachers
  • Internships for enrolled and recently graduated college students
  • Research library of archaeology and anthropology resources
  • Research collection of more than 3 million artifacts and records from archaeological projects in Southwest Colorado
  • Picnic area and half-mile nature trail
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Please call 970-882-5600 for customer services that may be available by phone or email on days the Visitor Center is not open. A “Virtual Ranger Station” will be stocked with maps, brochures, and junior ranger booklets and can be found next to the Visitor Center’s parking lot 24/7.
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SCCA promotes preservation and education for Canyons of the Ancients National Monument and its Visit

Join us this Saturday, September 28th for National Public Lands Day at Sand Canyon Trailhead!Find more info at: swcocanyons.org/eventsPlease register in advance. Hope to see you there!Join us this Saturday, September 28th for National Public Lands Day at Sand Canyon Trailhead. We'll meet at 9am at the original parking lot for a safety talk and then work our way along Rd G to safely remove trash along the road side.Please register in advance at: swcocanyons.org/eventsPlease wear a hat, long sleeves, and pants. Bring your own work gloves and sunglasses. Light snack and refreshments will be provided by Southwest Colorado Canyons Alliance.#Bureau of Land Management - Colorado ... See MoreSee Less
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Get ready for some rock-solid advice! Our friends at @conservationlandsfoundation are bringing Spokespebble and a special guest from @BLMNational together to share tips on respecting and protecting public lands. Stay tuned! #RespectConnectProtect #publiclands #CanyonsOfTheAncients #nationalmonument ... See MoreSee Less
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🌟 Experience the Art of Silversmithing with Robert Torres! 🌟Join us on Saturday, September 14th for a captivating cultural demonstration by San Carlos Apache/Yaqui silversmith Robert Torres! 🎨✨ Robert will be showcasing his incredible talent in jewelry making, transforming raw materials into beautiful pieces right before your eyes.πŸ—“ Date: September 14, 2024πŸ•’ Time: 10 am - 1 pm, ongoingπŸ“ Location: Canyons of the Ancients Visitor Center & Museum 27501 CO-184, Dolores, CO 81323This FREE event is a unique opportunity to explore Indigenous craftsmanship and learn about the rich cultural heritage of the San Carlos Apache and Yaqui peoples. Don’t miss out on this chance to engage with traditional art and witness the mastery of a talented artisan!For more details, contact us at swcocanyons@gmail.com or 970-239-1730. We look forward to seeing you there!#CulturalDemonstration #Silversmithing #RobertTorres #IndigenousArt #ApacheYaqui #JewelryMaking #CommunityEvent #CanyonsoftheAncients #NationalMonument #swcocanyons ... See MoreSee Less
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