Learning Center of the American Southwest

The Learning Center of the American Southwest is a partnership dedicated to understanding and preserving the unique resources of the American Southwest through science and education. This web site delivers information about the natural and cultural resources of the region and about scientific activities underway. The primary focus of the Learning Center is to explain the need for and results of research and monitoring to land managers, students, researchers, policy makers, and the interested public and promote mission-oriented research within the region. Forty-eight parks and protected areas spanning seven states comprise the Learning Center. Learn more about the cultural and natural resources of the American Southwest by exploring the links on the left or go directly to one of the parks and protected areas.