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River House Kiva

"River House" ancient puebloan dwelling sits by the bank of the the San Juan River. It is an exceptionally large house and well decorated with pictographs. In these houses, there is typically a circular room, known as the kiva, which was set aside for prayer, community discussion and sacred rituals.

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Contained in galleries: Bears Ears Nat'l Monument Exhibit - 2023

"River House" ancient puebloan dwelling sits by the bank of the the San Juan River. It is an exceptionally large house and well decorated with pictographs. In these houses, there is typically a circular room, known as the kiva, which was set aside for prayer, community discussion and sacred rituals.