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Prehistoric Living Spaces of Western Colorado

Saddlehorn Visitor Center Auditorium 11 Rim Rock Drive, Fruita, CO, United States

Humans 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 1750 Rim Rock Drive, Fruita, CO, United States

Explore 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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Banff Mountain Film Festival 2024 – Grand Junction

The Avalon Theater 645 Main Street, Grand Junction, CO, United States

Want 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 States

Want 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 States

Want 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 1750 Rim Rock Drive, Fruita, CO, United States

Chief 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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Fossiliferous – The Paleontology of Colorado National Monument

Saddlehorn Visitor Center 1750 Rim Rock Drive, Fruita, CO, United States

Join 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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Other Events

Sunrise Paint & Hike on Serpents Trail

Community Artist in Park

Sunrise Paint & Hike on Serpents Trail — 09/09/2025

Landscape Embroidery at Otto's Trail

Walks & Talks

Landscape Embroidery at Otto's Trail — 09/14/2025

Raptors in the Monument

Monument on Tap Series

Raptors in the Monument — 09/17/2025

Sunrise Paint & Hike on Otto's Trail

Community Artist in Park

Sunrise Paint & Hike on Otto's Trail — 09/24/2025

Ramblebine Brewing x CNMA Beer Release Party

Ramblebine Brewing x CNMA Beer Release Party — 09/25/2025

Saddlehorn Concert Celebrating National Public Lands Day

Saddlehorn Concert Celebrating National Public Lands Day — 09/27/2025

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