Fort Lewis College, Durango
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Facts and practical information
Fort Lewis College is a public liberal arts college in Durango, Colorado. Because of its unique origins as a military fort turned Indian boarding school turned state public school, FLC follows a 1911 mandate to give qualified Native Americans a tuition-free education and awards approximately 16% of the baccalaureate degrees earned by Native American students in the nation. In 2008, the U.S. Department of Education designated FLC one of six Native American-serving, non-tribal colleges. ()
Established: 1911 (113 years ago)Coordinates: 37°16'39"N, 107°52'12"W
Day trips
Fort Lewis College – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Fish Hatchery, Powerhouse Science Center, Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, Durango Community Recreation.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When is Fort Lewis College open?
Fort Lewis College is open:
- Monday 1 pm - 4 pm
- Tuesday 1 pm - 4 pm
- Wednesday 1 pm - 4 pm
- Thursday 1 pm - 4 pm
- Friday 1 pm - 4 pm
- Saturday closed
- Sunday closed
Which popular attractions are close to Fort Lewis College?
Nearby attractions include Fish Hatchery, Durango (11 min walk), Powerhouse Science Center, Durango (15 min walk), St. Columba Church - Durango, Durango (15 min walk), Main Avenue Historic District, Durango (17 min walk).