Aztec in San Juan County, New Mexico — The American Mountains (Southwest)
"For the Enlightenment of the Nation"
Aztec Ruins National Monument
In 1923 the site Morris had known since boyhood was preserved as a national monument “for the enlightenment and culture of the nation” by President Warren G. Harding.
Erected by National Park Service-United States Department of the Interior.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Anthropology & Archaeology • Native Americans. In addition, it is included in the Former U.S. Presidents: #29 Warren G. Harding series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1923.
Location. 36° 50.073′ N, 108° 0.017′ W. Marker is in Aztec, New Mexico, in San Juan County. Marker is on Ruins Road. The marker is affixed to the outside wall of the Aztec National Monument Visitor Center. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Aztec NM 87410, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Aztec Ruins National Monument (here, next to this marker); Crossroads Through Time (approx. 0.2 miles away); A Vibrant Pueblo (approx. 0.2 miles away); A Daring Plan (approx. 0.3 miles away); At Home on the River (approx. 0.3 miles away); A River's Ancient Gifts (approx. 0.3 miles away); Armijo Returns Triumphant (approx. 0.3 miles away); a different marker also named Aztec Ruins National Monument (approx. 0.6 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Aztec.
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