Grand Canyon's Shrine of the Ages

Above, the Shrine of the Ages. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

While visiting Grand Canyon National Park last weekend, we had to switch from a westbound Blue Line shuttle bus to an eastbound shuttle to get back to Trailer Village.

The switching point was in front of the Shrine of the Ages in Grand Canyon Village.

While we were there waiting for the eastbound shuttle bus, I was wondering what was the Shrine used for.

According to the National Park Service website on the Grand Canyon:

The Shrine of the Ages is a multi-purpose building used by the National Park Service, Grand Canyon Association, and others. It can also be rented for private functions, including wedding ceremonies, with application for a Special Use Permit.

In the winter months, the nightly Evening Program is held inside the Shrine of the Ages, offering the opportunity to learn about a variety of Grand Canyon resources. Topics that park rangers may discuss include geology, human history, wildlife, the night sky, water resources, rock art, canyon hiking, and more. More about Ranger Programs... 

Special events, such as concerts or demonstrations, may take the place of a ranger program offering visiting artists, musicians, or students from Grand Canyon School to present programs to the community and general public.

The free Village Route Shuttle (blue line on map below) has both a westbound and eastbound stop in front of the Shrine of the Ages. It can be accessed by private vehicle using Parking Lot A. It is within walking distance of Market Plaza, Mather Campground, Trailer Village, and Yavapai Lodge .

For more information, go here.