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    John Wesley Powell Museum

    4.1 (16 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Mark D.

    Easy four stars for sure....we wanted to find out a little more about the area and Lake Powell's name sake. Lots of information from dinosaurs and prehistoric sharks to early era clothing and quite a bit about JWP regarding the survey of the Northern Arizona canyons and what not. Found some interesting information about the Upper and Lower Antelope Canyons and how the were formed. We did the Lower Antelope Valley tour later that afternoon. Theres a gift shop with all kinds of stuff for history and kids souvenirs. There is a $3 donation for adults. Parking lot is limited to about six cars. Definitely worth the time.

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    Grace R.

    Cool place to visit because the museum is Free! It's a great place to get information about the city of Page and Lake Powell. Also the souvenirs cost less here than the surrounding hotel gifts shops. Make sure to stop here to learn about the history of the town and lake.

    Lucy M.

    I forget how I ended up at the Powell Museum but have held onto the pamphlet for a couple of years reminding myself to write a review. If you're visiting the Grand Canyon/Antelope Canyon you may find yourself here and it's worth stopping in. They have a great exhibit devoted to Native American history in the area, and the staff at the visitor center is reason enough to go. They are so knowledgeable and friendly, can give you a ton of insider information both on places to see and history. I definitely remember my interactions with them the most after all this time!

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    Really nice and informative staff. The trading post room they have in there is really interesting & awesome too!

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    we wanted to find out a little more about the area and Lake Powell's name sake.

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    Tynkertopia - A kiddo with a full heart who would've happily stayed for hours longer if it hadn't been closing time!

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    This maker space is the most love filled, imagination sparking, gift to the community that could…read moreever be dreamt up. Huge thank you's to Tynkertopia's creator, because what she has made, will leave such a legacy in so many kids, and families lives!!! It was our first time in, and will not be our last. My little boy had so much fun crafting with free run of endless loose materials. Something about the place and it's wonderful staff just calms the nervous system, and lets you know you are in a safe space where everyone is encouraged and accepted. The way the staff reacts when your child asks a question, or asks for materials that are not out amongst the thousands that are visibly available is with willingness and kindness. They even went out to the shed to bring in stuffing for the craft my kiddo decided to make as a Christmas present for me. He felt so valued and respected...like his voice mattered inside of Tynkertopia, even though he's a kid. Another thing they do when you walk in the door that was so unique and adds to the feeling that you are welcome there is to give you a tour of where everything is and what's available to do. They introduce you to their fascinating Honey Ant colony, and you can even spot the Queen! Honey Ants are beautiful creatures. Tynkertopia offers nutritious snacks for hungry little tummies. The way they bring you in to this wondrous space makes you feel so at home. This is a non-profit and apparently they just won a couple of awards for (I think it was ) best things to do with kids, and best non-profit and they absolutely deserve both of those. Thank you, thank you for being so kind to us and selling my son the 3D printed spiral fidget for a kids price; because he...is...obsessed with it!!! We had the most fun ever, and are still in disbelief that a magical, yet so humble a space like this, exists. My kiddo says he wishes he could be there every day. To be honest...I could be there every day myself.

    My daughter loved it! They have so many cool things for kids and even adults to go and enjoy with…read moretheir kids! The environment is awesome and staff is so friendly and caring! Highly recommend!

    Carl Hayden Visitor Center at Glen Canyon Dam

    Carl Hayden Visitor Center at Glen Canyon Dam

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    The things you see during a road trip. We passed by going toward Monument Valley but didn't stop to…read morecheck it out till coming back. It was raining and we need a little restroom pit stop. Crossing over the bridge which I didn't notice it was the same one from a couple days earlier. There's a main parking lot out front of the entrance but a bigger lot behind the center. Big parking spots also catering for the tour buses. Right when you walk in, restrooms are right in front. To the left is the gift shop. Next to that is a little theatre that shows you a movie about the visitor center and how it became. To the right of the entrance is the showcase of everything. The displays of how things rely on the dam. Nature, infrastructure of the dam, how it stared and so on. It's also walk through. You learn everything and seeing the layout and the land. And of course you have the dam right infront of you. The bridge was also a showstopper. Just standing there and looking out, the dam and then the view of lake Powell. It was quite interesting and amazing to see how beautiful nature is. The amazing skills of the architecture creating something that's is a major part of the area. You could also go outside in the back area to get a full view of the dam and bridge but it was raining. Imagine us not stopping. I would have never known about this place and to experience it. It was quite spectacular seeing everything and learning about it. a must for anyone interested about the dam and the area.

    If you're in Page, AZ and want closeup views of Glen Canyon Dam, then I'd suggest stopping in at…read morethis Carl Hayden Visitor Center. I was impressed. First off, you can choose to walk over the suspension bridge beside the road next to the VC for sceneries from high. The problem is that you have fencing protecting tourists by blocking off the dramatic surroundings. And there's nothing wrong with that, except when trying to take pictures through the tiny holes of the fence. But... Entering inside Carl Hayden, you'd be pleasantly surprised to know that the windows looking down at the dam are fantastic. They're large! They're the perfect gateway to admiring a marvelous landmark. Everything inside Carl Hayden appeared new. I mean, lol, the windows were clear and translucent, you'd never even know there was real glass separating you from the dam. Someone must wash those windows thoroughly every day! Hours are 9am - 5pm daily. After opening the entrance doors, the right hand side of the VC is a museum with historical facts about Glen Canyon Dam. You can also speak with a park ranger at the table counter. And then behind the museum content are the "large windows to the world", so to speak. I took quality photos from the glass windows section rather than trying to attempt them from outside. Towards the left hand side when entering is a gift shop with souvenirs from Glen Canyon Dam, Horseshoe Bend and the renowned slot canyons of Page. I picked up a few items. Prices weren't overly expensive. You can find public restrooms here. Plus, being inside is a reprieve from the rugged desert heat, especially in summertime. Overall, Carl Hayden is good for collecting ideas and gathering yourself in preparation to explore around Page. One more thing, lol...if you return outside and walk to the back section of the visitor center, you get wide open observation glances of not only the dam again, but also the Lake Powell waters in the distance. Then, if you turn your head towards the right, you have a rewarding view of the giant suspension bridge connecting tourists with the downtown Page area and beyond. It's a memorable setting. In the end, you could say I give my blessing for making time to stop in at Carl Hayden Visitor Center. It doesn't take long and it's your official introduction to enjoying the beautiful northern Arizona landscape.

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