When the Colorado Springs City Auditorium opened its doors 100 years ago, its classical revival architecture harmonized beautifully with other...
Art
The Pikes Peak Region and Denver overflow with artistic treasures. Explore Colorado Springs’ vibrant Manitou Springs galleries, the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center, and Denver’s renowned art museums. From eclectic Old Colorado City studios to Denver’s RiNo Art District murals, creative inspiration awaits around every corner.
Cultural Connections
Maybe it’s the rarified air. Or perhaps the unparalleled scenery that makes the Pikes Peak region a cultural come-on. Either way, there’s no...
Art Galleries of the Pikes Peak Region
OLD COLORADO CITY Squash Blossom 2531 W Colorado Ave, Old Colorado City 719-632-1899 • SquashBlossom.com An iconic gallery filled with fine...
Buying Art with Altitude, Not Attitude
Strolling down Madison Avenue decades ago, I had an interesting interaction with a mega- snooty Manhattan gallery. An interesting painting...
Art Galleries of Colorful Colorado
Upon entering the state from any direction it’s hard to miss the “Welcome to Colorful Colorado” highway signs. Like “aloha” in Hawaii, “Welcome...
A Stroll Down Tejon Street
The first stake of the city of Colorado Springs was driven on Monday, July 31, 1871. The city’s founder, General William Palmer, was not...
A Guide to Pikes Peak Regional Art Galleries
Surrounded by the beauty of the Rocky Mountains, it’s no surprise that the Pikes Peak region houses and inspires a diverse and talented group...
Beautiful Shops in Historic Spaces
I find one of the most enjoyable aspects of getting to know new places is discovering the richness of history and character built into the...
Q&A with Michael Garman
Sculptor Michael Garman took some time out to answer our questions about the intertwinement of his life story, his art, and his museum and...
Q&A with Carl Bork & Karen Watkins
Husband and wife duo, Carl Bork (CB) and Karen Watkins (KW), opened their art gallery and studio in Salida, Colorado in 2010. Although he...
Original Art by Kelly Green H-Baum
"My artwork is an intricate part of my information processing. It's a reflection of what I am thinking about and not what I actually think in...
Entrepreneurial Artists Thrive in Pikes Peak Region
The Pikes Peak Region is home to thousands of competent artists, working in every conceivable medium. Many exhibit at local galleries, with...