Yavapai Geology Museum
Yavapai Geology Museum
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Located at Yavapai Point, this viewing station also houses a few small exhibits describing the geological history of the Grand Canyon, a bookstore which is operated by the Grand Canyon Association and a number of labeled picture windows which look out into the Canyon.
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Tralahiker
26 contributions
Jun 2021 • Family
I was really looking forward to this museum and very very disappointed as many of the exhibits were covered possibly due to the pandemic. The reason to go to this museum has to do with its position during sunset. I highly advise coming to this point during that time of day.
Written 30 June 2021
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DebbiLyn1
Santa Clarita, CA70 contributions
Sept 2020 • Couples
Although the building is open and the gift shop is open, all of the exhibits are covered in thick black plastic for COVID. No geologic information is able to be seen by visitors.
Written 15 September 2020
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Taylor B
Chicago, IL8,506 contributions
Oct 2018
There are several reasons why visitors to Grand Canyon National Park schedule plenty of time to visit Yavapai Point, not the least of which are the spectacular and breath-taking views. But another feature is the Yavapai Geology Museum, which is often referred to as Yavapai Observation Station. Originally built in the late 1920s and remodeled and rededicated in 2007, it displays educational exhibits that detail the history of the Grand Canyon, its geological wonders and how it was formed over a period of about 17 million years. Constructed of natural stone, the museum sits high atop Yavapai Point. Besides featuring hands-on exhibits and a wealth of historical information, the front of the building is wrapped with windows that reward visitors with incredibly amazing views across the canyon. Museum exhibits explain the deposition of the rock layers, the uplift of the Colorado Plateau and the carving of the Grand Canyon. Displays include beautifully crafted Native American artwork, three-dimensional models, powerful photographs and interpretative panels which allow visitors to see and understand the complicated geologic story of the area. A large topographical relief model in the front room mimics the canyon view in remarkable detail. The building was erected on a site specifically selected by a team of geologists for the express purpose of observing and understanding Grand Canyon geology.
Written 25 October 2018
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Donald B
Trophy Club, TX486 contributions
Aug 2017 • Family
Every stopping point on the rim is fantastic. The museum is no exception. We really enjoyed the model of the Grand Canyon as it helped grasp the magnitude of what we were seeing. The museum is one of many shuttle stops making it very accessible for all ages and disabled. The cool air in the museum was a relief from the heat and the staff was very friendly and full of information readily shared.
Written 5 September 2017
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barbiewalker72
Lake Wales, FL242 contributions
Jun 2017 • Couples
We stopped at this museum by riding the orange shuttle- huband enjoyed seeing all the artifacts and reading about them-- great views around the museum-- you can also get your national park passport book stamped here
Written 24 July 2017
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minimize940314
Los Angeles, CA3,547 contributions
Aug 2023 • Solo
This museum is a compact but very informative, conveniently located near Yavapi point. Some of the ranger talks start at this museum, so check the schedule if you plan to visit the museum.
Written 15 July 2024
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jesse o
Jackson, WY6,518 contributions
Apr 2019 • Solo
Walking the rim to get different perspectives on the canyon is way to appreciate geology if you’re unable to go down into it. Helpful signs along the way shed some light but a cohesive geologic display like this perched right on the edge drives home what an amazing window into planetary history the Grand Canyon truly is. They also sell interesting gifts.
Written 23 December 2019
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Gonen2014
Haifa, Israel3,981 contributions
Sept 2019
The Geology Museum in Yavapai is not a big one, yet it's very interesting. The Museum presents in an interesting and concise way the geology of the Grand Canyon and its history. Also on a special board called "Standing on the Shoulders of Giants", the museum pays homage to the "early pioneers geologists who laid the foundation of knowledge that present-day geologists build on".
Written 12 December 2019
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TwoKatzeTraveling
Appleton, WI28 contributions
Apr 2019 • Couples
Having just completed a tour of the Colorado Plateau National Parks, we visited most of the geology related museums or talked to local park rangers about the geology. This museum was full of great information that was really accessible to all ages. Not a lot of geo-jargon, but enough to make it instructional and informative. The viewing area is better than at the visitor center. The best part was that it wasn’t all that busy compared to the visitor center. If you have limited time and are on a whirlwind tour of the GC, add this to your stop.
Written 15 April 2019
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Rich D
Bluffton, SC1,422 contributions
Oct 2018 • Friends
We stopped here (after picking up sandwiches) to check out the geology museum - which is very informative.
The museum helps to understand how the Grand Canyon was formed (not just the Colorado River) and was very cool.
We then took our sandwiches to a few benches nearby which overlooked the Grand Canyon South rim.
What an incredible way to eat lunch !
The museum helps to understand how the Grand Canyon was formed (not just the Colorado River) and was very cool.
We then took our sandwiches to a few benches nearby which overlooked the Grand Canyon South rim.
What an incredible way to eat lunch !
Written 15 October 2018
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Hello, how long do you think it takes to visit this museum. Of course everyone is different but approximately . . . How long did you spend in there ?
Thank you in advance for your answer !
Written 26 October 2019
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