Chimney Rock Interpretive Association invites all to annual Life at Chimney Rock Festival
The Chimney Rock Interpretive Association is thrilled to announce its annual Life at Chimney Rock Festival, a two-day event that celebrates the rich cultural heritage of the Ancient Puebloans.
Taking place on Saturday, June 7, and Sunday, June 8, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Chimney Rock National Monument, visitors have the exciting opportunity to delve into the fascinating skills and traditions of the ancients.
Thanks to a gracious waiver from the U.S. Forest Service, the festival will be fee-free this year, allowing everyone to partake in this vibrant event without any entrance fees.
The festival offers an interactive experience led by CRIA volunteers, which includes engaging demonstrations and hands-on activities like pounding yucca, creating coil pottery, making rock art, weaving, corn grinding, and mastering the art of spear throwing with an atlatl.
Participants will also have the chance to explore subjects such as astronomy, flint knapping, dendrochronology, and savor traditional foods like Anasazi beans. One of the highlights of the festival will be an up-close observation of a peregrine falcon.
Moreover, the celebration of culture will be enhanced with Native American dance performances by two groups: the Fragua Family from Jemez Pueblo and the Roach Family Dancers from Gallup, N.M. The performances are scheduled at specific times and locations, providing an opportunity for visitors to witness the beauty of Native American dance up close.
With the Forest Service’s generous waiver on June 7 and 8, attendees will have free access to the festival and the regular amenities at Chimney Rock National Monument, including self-guided tours, the nature trail, and the Visitor Plaza. The monument will be open from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., allowing visitors the chance to explore this historic site.
The Chimney Rock Interpretive Association invites all to join in celebrating the living history of the Ancestral Puebloans at the upcoming Life at Chimney Rock Festival. This event promises a weekend of fun, education, and cultural enrichment for individuals of all ages.
For those seeking more information about the festival or the organization, they can visit the official website of the Chimney Rock Interpretive Association or contact CRIA directly at the provided phone number.
CRIA, a nonprofit organization, is devoted to safeguarding, interpreting, and educating the public about the cultural and natural heritage of Chimney Rock National Monument. In collaboration with the San Juan National Forest of the U.S. Forest Service, Department of Agriculture, CRIA aims to preserve and develop educational opportunities surrounding the significant archaeological, cultural, geological, and biological resources found at Chimney Rock National Monument.