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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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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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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4 Minute Read From pottery and DIY crafts to creating your very own custom-scented candles, Grand Junction is just the place to let your creativity shine. Grand Junction is known for being an epic outdoor adventure destination, thanks to hundreds of miles of world-class mountain bike trails, like…
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In Grand Junction, art isn't confined to museum walls—it's part of the journey. As you stroll through the heart of Downtown Grand Junction, you'll discover a vibrant outdoor gallery where creativity meets everyday life. Around nearly every corner, sculptures, murals, and colorful installations…
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4 Minute Read If you’re looking for something fun to do outdoors that blends a bit of art and history, visit Downtown Grand Junction. The open-air art gallery of stunning bronze sculptures is free to the public and frames Main Street. You can enjoy a walking tour of history while visiting each of…
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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 Left Photo by: Visit Grand Junction Middle Photo by: @kore_mary Right Photo by: @kashmereaf Grand Junction is framed by three natural wonders, all within one hour of Downtown. Colorado National Monument’s towering red rock canyons are known as the mini-Grand Canyon. The Grand Mesa is…
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3 Minute Read In Grand Junction, spring arrives earlier than the rest of Colorado. By the second week of March, tulips and daffodils are already in full bloom, adding vibrant color to the landscape while many mountain towns are still thawing from the winter. Meander through downtown to admire more…
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3 Minute Read The holiday season is fast approaching and Grand Junction’s boutique shops and vintage stores offer one-of-a-kind treasures for everyone on your list. Plus, everyone needs a little retail therapy! With twinkling lights and mountain backdrops, shopping in Grand Junction feels like a…
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