Cultural Experiences

IMMERSE YOURSELF IN MESA VERDE COUNTRY

The Cortez Cultural Center is the only place in Colorado that hosts Native American Dances on a regular basis. Visit tribal cultural centers and museums in another way. The Ute Mountain Tribal Park was selected by National Geographic Traveler as one of “80 World Destinations for Travel in the 21^st Century.” Only 9 places in the United States have received this special designation. There are several other tribes in the area that share the landscape of the Ancestral Puebloan People, including the Southern Ute Tribe and the Navajo Nation.

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

• Consider all tribal lands and Pueblos as private homes and private property
• Always call ahead to confirm event dates and access to tribal lands
• Some Pueblos prohibit photography and any artist image replication, or require a permit to photograph
• Even with a permit, always ask permission before taking a photograph of a tribal member
• Tribal dances are religious ceremonies, not public performances
• It is a privilege to witness a ceremony
• Silence is mandatory during all dances and ceremonies
• Do not bring cell phones to ceremonies

MAIN ATTRACTIONS

• Canyons of the Ancients Visitor Center and Museum
• Canyon of the Ancients National Monument
• Cortez Cultural Center
• Crow Canyon Archaeological Center
• Four Corners Monument
• Hovenweep National Monument
• Lowry Pueblo
• McPhee Lake
• Ute Mountain Roundup Rodeo
• Ute Mountain Tribal Park