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Where Did This Stone Come From? The Story Behind Mesa Verde Visitor and Research Center is a photographic and historical exploration of the stone used to construct one of Mesa Verde National Park's most distinctive modern buildings. Through images and narrative, the book follows the journey of sandstone from its origin in the Dry Creek Basin of southwestern Colorado through quarrying, fabrication, transportation, and final installation within the Visitor and Research Center. Combining craftsmanship, geology, and regional history, the book offers a behind-the-scenes look at the people, tools, and processes involved in shaping natural materials into architecture designed to belong to the surrounding landscape. More than a construction story, it documents stewardship, heritage, and the enduring relationship between place, stone, and those who work with it.

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Glenda Hankins is co-founder of Hankins Stone Company and has decades of experience in stone quarrying, fabrication, and installation throughout the American Southwest. Her work combines firsthand industry knowledge with photography and historical documentation, preserving the stories behind natural stone and the landscapes where it is used. She is also the author of works spanning poetry, science fiction, and children's literature. Steve Hankins is co-founder of Hankins Stone Company and has spent decades working in stone quarrying, fabrication, and heavy equipment operations throughout the American Southwest. His hands-on experience includes sourcing, extracting, and preparing sandstone for architectural and public projects, including work associated with the Mesa Verde Visitor and Research Center. His practical knowledge of stone and construction contributes to documenting the craftsmanship behind building with natural materials.

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