Colorado National Monument Association
Supporting Colorado's Geologic Gem
Explore Fruita's evolving history in "Past and Present, Fruita" at the book signing with authors Denise and Steve Hight on December 21st.
Head downtown for the art festival and take time to sip wine and enjoy the artists work. Some artists will be available during the festival as well. Don't miss the opportunity to purchase your favorite art piece and support our artists, a portion of the proceeds from sales will go to benefit Colorado National Monument’s …
This is a 2 day event (October 6th and October 7th) and participants need to bring the following items: Pencil, Waterproof Technical Pen (I like the Faber Castell Pitt Pen Superfine Size), watercolor paper or watercolor sketchbook and small portable set of watercolors. -- Suzie Garner is a Professor of Art and Design at Colorado …
Come out to watch the artists create at Saddlehorn Picnic Area, Colorado National Monument from 8am-11am. Learn more about the 2023 Monuments and Canyons Plein Air Event here.
Celebrate the Colorado National Monument's birthday with Terri Ahern and her history of the monument exhibit. No registration is required.
In general, the idea of Leave No Trace is to sustain the environment for generations to come. We can do this by being aware of how we're interacting with the environment and making conscious decisions that serve to lessen our impact on nature. Space is limited and all ages are welcome. Each participant must be …
Join CMU Professor, Catherine Whiting, as she presents an overview of the night sky, with an introduction to understanding the motions of stars, the moon, and planets. This will be followed by a walk to the Saddlehorn Campround for a night sky tour and telescope viewing, weather permitting.
Story time and a short hike to look for lizards, and some lizard art to follow! Event will be led by Denise Wright, retired d51 school Art teacher.
Take a walk with art teacher, Denise Wright, to Saddlehorn Campground ~ noticing along the way all the beautiful patterns, colors and textures the monument has to offer. We will make colorful Sharpie marker art, using a slight abstract and expressive art style to reflect our own creativity as we see the great outdoors! Open …