Mesa Verde National Park is a vibrant landscape with a rich history, so much so that today it's protected as a World Heritage Site. With about 600 cliff dwellings of various shapes and sizes, this park features the interwoven history of human settlement in canyons of incredible geology, wildlife and vegetation. Few can deny the mystery of this gem in southwestern Colorado. How can you resist climbing up the ladder at Balcony House or imagining the fates of the cliff dwellers as you gaze into the shadowed windows of Cliff Palace?

Cherish it all with this illustrated Mesa Verde poster featuring Balcony House, a place that inspired us as we spent a week in Mesa Verde during our National Park Quest. We toured Balcony House and listened as a ranger described a Hopi creation story, then lingered to take in the amazing view from the dwelling.

This poster is one of 59 prints we are making on our artistic journey to showcase the parks through a creative lens. It is the fourth official poster of our  in celebration of the 100th anniversary of the parks. The print embodies a Victorian style with its carefully crafted typography and illustration to remind viewers of the year 1916, when the park service was established.

Individually Hand Printed

Printed on heavyweight archival matte paper, the colors are rich and painterly. Upon your order, your poster is individually hand printed by our U.S. based partner who will send your print carefully packaged in a tube made of recycled materials.

Add it to your collection of outdoor prints and other National Park art – it also makes a unique gift to those who fell in love with the dwellings. 

Details

- Available in 4 easy to frame size options
- Individually hand printed and packaged with care
- Printed on heavyweight, archival matte paper that feels durable and artistic
- Printed with high color inks
- Shipped in a sturdy kraft tube made of recycled materials
- 100% designed and printed in U.S.A.
- Frame is NOT included

The process is as easy as 1, 2, 3:

1. After your purchase, your order is processed and given personal attention: your poster is individually printed for you. Please allow 2 - 7 business days for this step.
2. Your print is carefully packaged and we send you a tracking number when it's time to travel. Shipping domestically takes 3 - 7 days. International 10 - 30 days. 
3. You unpack your print and welcome the history of Mesa Verde to your home!

Thank you for visiting Hike & Draw, please with any questions and we'll be happy to help.