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(Dolores, CO) is the headquarters for Canyons of the Ancients National Monument. It features interpretive exhibits, films, a research library, educational resources and special programs and events interpret the history and culture of the ancestral Pueblo and other Native American peoples, as well as the historic Anglo settlers.<\/p>\n

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\u00a0<\/span>(Fort Lewis College \u2013 Durango, Co) is world-renowned for its collection of documents, books, photographs, and oral histories of the Four Corners and Colorado\u2019s western slope.\u00a0 It is home to Navajo, Pueblo, and Hispanic textiles, pottery, sculptures, paintings, and historic artifacts.<\/p>\n

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\u00a0<\/span>(Mesa Verde National Park) displays dioramas illustrating Ancestral Pueblo life. There are also many exhibits of prehistoric artifacts, a chronology of Ancestral Pueblo culture, and other items related to the park.<\/p>\n

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(Durango, CO) is much more than trains.\u00a0 Located in the station\u2019s roundhouse, the museum features a large variety of artifacts from pioneer families that tell the history of railroading and the development of the surrounding area.<\/p>\n

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(Durango, CO) is located on the banks of the Animas River in an historic coal-fired steam-power AC generating plant, The Powerhouse presents a wide range of programs, exhibits, and activities designed to provide an entertaining and inspiring look at science \u2014 past, present, and future.<\/p>\n

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(Silverton, CO) is operated by the San Juan County Historical Society. It celebrates the history of Silverton and San Juan County including the 1902 County Jail Museum and the 1929 Mayflower Mill.<\/span><\/p>\n

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(Ignacio, CO) chronicles the story of the Ute people from prehistory to modern times. This gallery is presented through photographic panels, audio-visual presentations, and interactive electronics. It includes a buffalo hide tipi, a cabin, and a school room.<\/p>\n

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HISTORIC PRESENTATIONSInterested in history as told by the locals? We have a variety presentations with historic information, photos and memorabilia shared by Durango natives. Multiple interesting and unusual venues are available, or a program can be hosted at a location of your choice. All presentations are customized by length, content, and your interest.LOCAL MUSEUMS Enjoy […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":""},"yoast_head":"\n