Aerial view of Glen Canyon Dam and Lake Powell near full pool Horizontal black and white photograph. The original, which is stored in Museum Archives, has three ring punches on top of photo and slight warping; USBR info on back. Dates: 1965

Sometimes the pressure needs to be released, ya know? 🌊 The archives holds several photos of the Glen Canyon Dam including these of the spillways releasing water from Lake Powell. Have you ever seen this sight before?

Happy Birthday Glen Canyon! 🎂 On this day in 1972, Congress established Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, and we're so glad they did. Glen Canyon Conservancy is proud to be the official nonprofit partner to the National Park Service in Glen Canyon National Recreation Area!

From the Archives: Rod Sanderson stands at end of the access road from Wahweap Creek to Kane Creek. Rod is at the confluence of the Kane Creek and Colorado River. Glen Canyon Project. Arizona & Utah. Region 4. Roads. Title: Access Road from Wahweap Dates: 7/10/1953

From the Archives: A Bureau of Reclamation photo showing the drilling crew preparing the placement for the cannon. Diamond Drilling company works to prepare the area for the Glen Canyon Project. What do you think the cannon was used for?

“The leaves are changing; I feel poetry in the air.” —Laura Jaworski 📸: Ross Kantra Happy #WordsWednesday! How do you feel about autumn?

🚨Operations Announcement 🚨 Navajo Bridge Interpretive Center will be closed for the rest of the day today, Wednesday October 30th. We will resume regular operating hours tomorrow, October 31st. We appreciate your understanding!

You know what's really spooky? Not being prepared for the changing seasons when you go outdoors. As the temps go down, it's important to be properly outfitted when exploring your beautiful public lands. Don't forget to layer up! 🦇 #HappyHalloween

Ready for the Balloon Regatta this weekend? 🎈 The Powell Museum & Archives will be hosting a Scavenger Hunt! Come learn about the history of the area through this family friendly activity, then take your completed hunt over to the GCC store for 15% off your ENTIRE purchase!

Happy Native American Heritage Month! We're proud to celebrate the traditions, languages and stories of Native American, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian and Island communities and ensure their rich histories and contributions continue to thrive with each passing generation.

Sometimes called a beater, a batten is a tool used to help push the yarn when weaving on a loom. This batten was found on a dig by Stuart Young. Later that summer Stuart and his guide, Dugai Begay, would make the trek to Rainbow Bridge and become famous in the archaeology world.

“The Earth does not belong to us: we belong to the Earth.” – Chief Seattle Happy #WordsWednesday! 🏜️

“You cannot get through a single day without having an impact on the world around you. What you do makes a difference, and you have to decide what kind of difference you want to make.” – Jane Goodall 📸: Gary Ladd Happy #WordsWednesday and #WorldKindnessDay! 💗

Join Glen Canyon Conservancy on February 22nd for a night of elegance, conservation & community at our Love Your Lands Gala! Enjoy an Italian-style dinner, plus silent & live auctions featuring exclusive experiences & one-of-a-kind local art. 🚨 Seats are LIMITED! Act fast! 🚨

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