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Evening Program at the Morefield Campground Amphitheater

Morefield Campground Evening Program

In 1907, archeologist Jesse Fewkes began the first evening campfire talks in the history of the National Park Service at Mesa Verde. That tradition continues today. From May 25 to September 3, 2012 enjoy a free, 45-60 minute presentation each evening at 9:00 pm by rangers at the Morefield Amphitheater (weather permitting). The amphitheater is located at the end of the road in Morefield Campground. Bring a flashlight. Program is free.

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Ancestral Puebloan Pottery

Far View Lodge Evening Program

The park joins with ARAMARK to offer presentations at the Far View Lodge every evening from May 25 to September 3, 2012 at 7:00 pm. Subjects vary from pottery styles and wildlife to perspectives on the Ancestral Puebloan landscape. Join a ranger for this 45-minute program in the Far View Lodge lower level "library." The lodge is located 15 miles from the park entrance. Program is free and takes place in the library, lower level.

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CCC Boy on Twilight Tour at Cliff Palace

Twilight Tour in Cliff Palace

Join historical figures from Mesa Verde's past for a 90-minute tour of the park's most popular cliff dwelling, Cliff Palace. These characters, locked in their own time period, will give a fascinating perspective of their Mesa Verde experience. The tours are offered at 7:00 pm each evening from May 25 to September 3, 2012. Tickets are $10.00 per person and sold ONLY at the Far View Visitor Center.