Betrayal on the Plains; an American Atrocity

On November 29th, 1864, Chiefs Black Kettle, White Antelope, Left Hand and others were encamped with around 750 Arapaho and Cheyenne people in a valley by the Big Sandy Creek. A hope for peace, brought forth by Black Kettle was in the balance. It was a tragic day where the blood of the Cheyenne and Arapaho was shed, and a painful memory for generations of Native Americans was made. Read More

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Park Ranger John Launius introduces visitors to the story of the Sand Creek Massacre.

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Planning Your Visit

Basic Information when planning to visit the Sand Creek Massacre NHS

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Learn About the Park

Discover the stories and history found at the Sand Creek Massacre National Historic Site

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Directions and Road Conditions

The site of the Sand Creek Massacre is located near Eads, Colorado, and requires driving on dirt roads

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Education

Educational programs offered at the Sand Creek Massacre NHS

Last updated: October 19, 2024

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Mailing Address:

1301 Maine Street
P.O. Box 249

Eads, CO 81036-0249

Phone:

719 438-5916

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