Anasazi Heritage Center closed temporarily

Organization:

BLM

Media Contact:

Marietta Eaton, Canyons of the Ancients National Monument manager

DOLORES, Colo. – The Anasazi Heritage Center will be closed to the public on Aug.10 for maintenance of its water system.
 
Canyons of the Ancients National Monument will remain open for visitation, and the center will reopen to the public on Aug. 11 at 9 a.m.  Previously scheduled public programs and special exhibits will resume.
 
“We apologize for any inconvenience caused by this closure,” said Marietta Eaton, Anasazi Heritage Center manager.
 
Visitors may get general information about the monument seven days a week at the Colorado Welcome Center, 928 E. Main St. in Cortez.  Information is also available at the Dolores Public Lands Office located at 29211 Highway 184 in Dolores. Information about Canyons of the Ancients National Monument is available online at Canyons of the Ancients National Monument.


The BLM manages more than 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.