In 2026, two historic milestones converge. The United States marks 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence, known as the U.S. Semiquincentennial. At the same time, Colorado celebrates 150 years of statehood, known as Colorado’s Sesqui-centennial. Combined, the two…
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In Grand Junction, art doesn’t stay behind gallery doors. It lines downtown sidewalks in more than 115 sculptures, spins on pottery wheels, and fills stages that have welcomed audiences for more than a century. Generations of artists, performers, and makers shaped this creative spirit—and it’s yours…
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Every family travels differently—and even under one roof, nobody quite agrees on what makes a great vacation. One person wants to race go-karts. Another could spend hours flipping through a record bin. Someone is after museums and history, while someone else is already asking where to find the best…
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Click here to view the article from 5280. Daliah Singer, a writer, featured Grand Junction in the article “All Aboard! Your Guide to the Best Train Rides in Colorado". The article highlighted Grand Junction, Palisade, Fruita, Colorado Mesa University, Hotel Maverick, Bin 707 Foodbar, Devil's…
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4 Minute Read Grand Junction is known as the breadbasket for Colorado, home to many local farms, orchards, and vineyards—all of which grow nourishing and flavorful produce. If you’re on the hunt for regional ingredients, discover the Colorado farms in Grand Junction that keep the community healthy…
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3 Minute Read Many restaurants in Grand Junction are committed to using locally sourced, seasonal ingredients that champion the area's rich agricultural bounty. Discover the flavors of Grand Junction at these farm-to-fork restaurants. 1. Cafe Sol Preparing nutritious meals from scratch daily…
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4 Minute Read Few things in the world capture the peace and serenity quite like watching the Colorado sun rise in the east and set in the west. The Grand Junction area offers unforgettable sunrise and sunset experiences, where stunning desert canyons, towering red rock formations, sprawling…
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Photo By: @lilyapakova 6 Minute Read Grand Junction is known as a premier outdoor recreation destination, but it is also celebrated as the fruit capital of Colorado. Apricots, cherries, grapes, and apples are just a few of the varieties that thrive here thanks to the area's temperate climate. Grand…
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8 Minute Read The Grand Junction area is rich with culinary history and agricultural roots. The region’s agricultural story began in the early 1880s, when irrigation enabled farming. In 1883, William Edgar Pabor planted apples, pears, peaches, cherries, plums, and grapes after recognizing the area’s…
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10 Minute Read In the Grand Junction area, the experience isn’t built around a single moment or activity—it unfolds through the people and places that shape the land in distinct, memorable ways. Colorado West Slope Fly Fishing Time on the water here is intentional and highly customized. Guided…
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