Visit Chapin Mesa Archaeological Museum, Mesa Verde National Park, Colorado

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Chapin Mesa Archeological Museum in Mesa Verde National Park displays dioramas illustrating Ancestral Puebloan life. There are also many exhibits of prehistoric artifacts, a chronology of Ancestral Puebloan culture, and other items related to the park. The museum is located on Chapin Mesa, 20 miles from the park entrance. Things to do include: 25-minute orientation film is shown on the hour and half-hour. This film offers an excellent overview of the history of Mesa Verde. Free self-guided tours of Spruce Tree House in the spring, summer, and fall. Free ranger-guided tour of Spruce Tree House in winter, three times daily. Hours are: January to early March, 9:00 am - 4:30 pm* Early March to early April, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Early April to mid October, 8:00 am - 6:30 pm Mid October to early November, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Early November to late December, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm* *The museum is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day.

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