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What the River Knows: Glen Canyon Documentary at the Sunflower Theatre

What the River Knows: Glen Canyon Documentary at the Sunflower Theatre

Glen Canyon Institute, in collaboration with Crow Canyon Archaeological Center, presents What the River Knows, a Good Intentions Paving Co. documentary exploring the reemergence of Glen Canyon from the receding waters of Lake Powell reservoir. As the West faces the urgent need to redesign water management, we are offered the chance to restore one of the planet’s most stunning landscapes. What the River Knows explores this unique reflection point in a centuries-long history, weaving together past and present to reveal a new way forward for the Colorado River.

The evening will open with Glen Canyon Rises, a documentary short from Crow Canyon Archeological Center featuring Hopi archaeologist Lyle Balenquah and author Craig Childs. This powerful visual and narrative experience reveals layers of human history embedded in the landscape. As water levels fall, generations of cultural footprints are revealed, and dormant ecological systems begin to stir once more.

Following the film screening, the event will conclude with a panel discussion featuring:
- Sam Bagge (Returning Rapids Project, Geologist & River Researcher)
- Cynthia Dott (Fort Lewis College, Riparian & Aquatic Ecology)

Audience Q+A to follow.

Sunflower Theatre
12
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM on Fri, 20 Mar 2026

Event Supported By

Glen Canyon Institute
801-363-4450
info@glencanyon.org
Sunflower Theatre
8 E Main St
Cortez, Colorado 81321