Established by President Theodore Roosevelt in 1906, Mesa Verde was the first national park created to preserve the works of man. Mesa Verde National Park also became a UNESCO Wor ...

Cortez Public Library, under Director Beth Edson, offers exciting programs for all ages, from kids' activities to adult events, while navigating challenges like funding cuts to continue serving the ...

Other attractions accessible via the 24-hour byway include Mesa Verde National Park, Ouray Hot Springs, Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Museum and Ridgway Railroad Museum.