Among Canyon Shadows Book Signing with Joyce B. Lohse

On June 20, 1911, a dozen or so invited local guests arrived in Monument Canyon on horseback and in horse-drawn buggies to witness the marriage of Beatrice and John Otto. They traveled for miles along a winding, rocky trail. John Otto had cleared and built the route through the rugged canyon, though guests still had to walk the final portion of the trail to reach the wedding altar. ~Joyce Lohse, Among Canyon Shadows, Filter Press,LLC

To help celebrate the 115th wedding anniversary, Joyce Lohse, author of Among Canyon Shadows, will be signing books on the back lanai of the Saddlehorn Visitor Center alongside our Community Artist in Park, Katelyn Pierce from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 20, 2026. 

Among Canyon Shadows: An Eastern Artist in Western Colorado by Joyce B. Lohse is a historical biography that tells the true story of Beatrice Farnham, an independent Boston artist who traveled to western Colorado in 1911 to paint the region’s dramatic canyon landscapes. The book explores Farnham’s artistic journey, her connection to John Otto, and the enduring spirit of the early Monument landscape. 

Joyce B Lohse combines her journalism background with western history research to write historical biographies for readers of all ages. She is a former administrator for Women Writing the West and has written history articles for magazines including True West, Steamboat, Colorado Central, and Women Out West. Lohse is a fiber artist and a member of the Colorado National Monument Association (CNMA).

Details:

Date and Time : Saturday, June 20, 2026 10:00 am- 12:00 pm

Location: Saddlehorn Visitor Center

Registration: Not required- Open House

Note: Park passes are required. Carpooling is encouraged. The event may be cancelled or postponed due to the weather.