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Colorado Gives Day 2023
Colorado National MonumentWith your help this Colorado Gives Day we can make a positive impact together.
Talks & Presentations
Winter Wonderland Children's Book Reading — 01/08/2025
Colorado National Monument Association
Supporting Colorado's Geologic Gem
Upcoming Events
Science backs up our view that nature is good for your mental and physical health! That's why we create events and programs to bring in people from all backgrounds - get out, get involved and reap the benefits of being in nature!
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Prehistoric Living Spaces of Western Colorado
Saddlehorn Visitor Center Auditorium 11 Rim Rock Drive, Fruita, CO, United StatesHumans have been living in Mesa County and Montrose County for thousands of years. At several prehistoric sites, archaeologists have discovered material remains that prove human habitation and activities. Come unearth the findings from these sites.-- Ike Rakiecki is a librarian at Mesa County Libraries. He is also responsible for the Rashleigh Regional History Room …
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‘Past & Present, Fruita’ | Book Signing
Saddlehorn Visitor Center 11 Rim Rock Drive, Fruita, CO, United StatesExplore Fruita's evolving history in "Past and Present, Fruita" at the book signing with authors Denise and Steve Hight on December 21st.
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8th Annual Monuments and Canyons Plein Air Event – Call for Entry Open
Join us in western Colorado to paint this beautiful landscape. Submissions now open for the 2024 Monuments and Canyons Plein Air Event.
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2025 Annual Calendar Contest- Calling all artists and photographers
We are excited to invite you to be part of the 2025 CNMA Calendar. Share your best work for consideration for the Art or Photo calendar, showcasing the beauty of Colorado National Monument.
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Banff Mountain Film Festival 2024 – Grand Junction
The Avalon Theater 645 Main Street, Grand Junction, CO, United StatesWant to see outdoor and adventure inspired films from across the world? Join us for the Banff Mountain Film Festival this February.
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Banff Mountain Film Festival 2024 – Grand Junction
The Avalon Theater 645 Main Street, Grand Junction, CO, United StatesWant to see outdoor and adventure inspired films from across the world? Join us for the Banff Mountain Film Festival this February.
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Banff Mountain Film Festival 2024 – Delta
The Delta Egyptian Theater 452 Main Street, Delta, CO, United StatesWant to see outdoor and adventure inspired films from across the world? Join us for the Banff Mountain Film Festival this February.
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From Canyons to Canvas Art Exhibition Opening Night
The Art Center of Western Colorado 1803 N. 7th Street, Grand Junction, CO, United States'From Canyons to Canvas' showcases the talented artists that have transformed the western Colorado landscapes to refined studio pieces.
A day in the life of a NPS Chief Park Ranger
Saddlehorn Visitor Center 11 Rim Rock Drive, Fruita, CO, United StatesChief Ranger Perrin Pring talks about her career path with the National Park Service, the trainings and capabilities of National Park Service Protection Rangers, and what Colorado National Monument Protection Rangers do. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Perrin Pring is a Colorado Native. Her National Park Service career started in Rocky Mountain National Park in 2010. Since then her …
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2025 Annual Calendar Contest- Submissions Close
It's the last day to submit to the 2025 Colorado National Monument Association calendar contest. We can't wait to see your work!
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Fossiliferous – The Paleontology of Colorado National Monument
Saddlehorn Visitor Center 11 Rim Rock Drive, Fruita, CO, United StatesJoin paleontologist Austin Shaffer as he travels back in time to the Jurassic Period, when colossal dinosaurs roamed what is now Colorado National Monument. This program will introduce you to some of the fantastic fossils that have been found in the park, including fossil plants and multiple types of dinosaur tracks. ------------------------------ Austin Shaffer is …
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