Crow Canyon Archaeological Center
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For the historic site in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico, see Crow Canyon Archaeological District.
Crow Canyon Archaeological Center is a 170-acre (69 ha) research center and "living classroom" located in southwestern Colorado, US, which offers experiential education programs for students and adults.
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Coordinates | 37.354454°N 108.620416°W / 37.354454; -108.620416 |
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Founded | 1974 (1974) |
Founder | Dr. Edward Berger |
Category | Archaeology teaching and research center |
President | Elizabeth (Liz) Perry, PhD |
Website | www |
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Crow Canyon is a center for archaeological research, education, and preservation of the history of the Ancient Pueblo peoples, who lived on and in the cliff dwellings of Mesa Verde more than seven centuries ago. Established by private cultural initiatives that continue the work of American benefactors, the center provides hands-on programs for people to experience archaeological excavation of Native American sites.