Lecture: Dr. Andrew Gulliford: “The Native Americans of the Chimney Rock Area”

Dr. Andrew Gulliford: “The Native Americans of the Chimney Rock Area”

Tuesday, June 23, 2026

This engaging program explores the prehistoric and historic Native American peoples of the Chimney Rock and Four Corners region, tracing their origins, migrations, interactions, and enduring cultural connections to the landscape.

Andy will examine cultures ranging from Paleo and Archaic peoples to the Ancestral Puebloans, as well as the Fremont, Mogollon, and Hohokam traditions. The lecture also highlights later historic tribes including the Ute, Navajo, Jicarilla Apache, and others, exploring their timelines, territories, and relationships with one another. Special attention will be given to cultural ties that remain visible on the land today, including evidence such as culturally modified trees and connections to communities like Taos Pueblo .

This presentation offers a deeper understanding of the rich cultural heritage that continues to shape the Chimney Rock landscape.

This event is free and open to the public. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about the fascinating history of Chimney Rock’s peregrine falcons. Donations are welcome. Canned goods for the church’s food pantry are greatly appreciated.

CRIA’s free Lecture Series offers the opportunity each year for the public and CRIA volunteers to enjoy a speaker whose topic typically relates to southwest archaeology, archaeoastronomy and/or Chacoan culture.

Thanks to LPEA for the Round Up Foundation Grant Award. This support helps fund our free lecture series, sharing Chimney Rock National Monument’s cultural and natural significance.

CRIA is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization that offers interpretive programs at Chimney Rock National Monument in partnership with the USDA Forest Service and the San Juan National Forest. For more information see the CRIA website at www.chimneyrockco.org  or call (970) 731-7133.