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90 Years of Grand Canyon Conservancy
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rand Canyon Conservancy (GCC) was founded in 1932 as the Grand Canyon Natural History Association by naturalist Edwin “Eddie” McKee. A ranger working on the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park, McKee saw the need for a park partner that would support interpretive programs and publications about the canyon, and from its beginnings the natural history association did just that, funding interpretive talks, research, and scientific papers.
Today, GCC still serves its founding mission—and much more. Membership, book publishing, educational programming, philanthropy programs, and more retail locations were added over the years. Each year, GCC provides millions of dollars and countless service hours to support the priorities of Grand Canyon National Park. Thanks to you, we are prepared for another 90 years of stewardship
and partnership with Grand Canyon National Park—from preserving wildlife and fragile ecosystems, to connecting kids to the canyon, to honoring the canyon’s rich cultural history, we hope that you are inspired to experience and connect with us for another 90 years!
Construction is Underway at Desert View!
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he construction of an Intertribal Cultural Heritage Site started this winter with work on a new amphitheater on the rim of the canyon. Over the next several months, the area will see many changes, including redesigned pathways, a new Tribal Welcome Center, and expanded capabilities for hosting cultural demonstrators. This project has been in development for many years, and when completed, will tell the Indigenous story more accurately and honestly by first voice interpreters who call this place home. To learn more and to donate, visit https://www.grandcanyon.org/ our-work/current-priorities/ desert-view/
Top photo: Work begins on the Desert View amphitheater. Bottom photo: The crew, including artist and designer Andy Dufford (in black in front) takes a break. Photos by Alysa Ojeda.
