Singer-songwriter BOB LIVINGSTON has never been a traditional Texas country musician living the honky-tonk life even though he’s spent more than his share of time on the roadhouse circuit with some of the most colorful and rambunctious musicians in Texas. As a member of Austin’s legendary Lost Gonzo Band, Livingston toured and recorded with such […]
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Americana songwriter David Starr released an evocative new album, South and West, in June 2018. The project draws inspiration from the bountiful songwriting community in Nashville, as well as the beautiful backdrop of the Grand Mesa near his home in Cedaredge, Colorado. “David Starr has a voice you will never forget. His music is authentic, […]
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What do you get when you cross the mellow, melodious musical mosaic that is Tom Munch with the blues-soaked crunch of Ken Saydak’s urban Americana? Come find out! Join us for a slightly sweet, somewhat nutty evening of music, where two of our areas most prolific performers find common ground in the music of America. […]
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Don’t miss this unique opportunity to get your handcrafted tintype photograph made! Salida tintype takes one of a kind portraits. Each tintype is handcrafted using the same equipment and technique as in the 1860s. This early photographic process, known as Wet Plate Collodion, captures a timeless beauty that cannot be created digitally. No one tintype […]
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Free Community Event! Come learn about the many options for health and wellness available in our communities. Inviting health promotion practitioners to participate. You may have a single table for $25 to promote your discipline, sell your products, or offer mini-treatments. Those who wish will be offered 15 – 20 minute time slots on stage […]
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Communities
The La Veta - Cuchara Chamber invites you to visit its special piece of Spanish Peaks Country. Here are its top reasons to visit La Veta and Cuchara. La Veta and Cuchara have some of the most unique geological features in the country. The 82-mile Highway of Legends was selected by The Lonely Planet as one [...] Tags: cuchara, la veta
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About, Communities, History
La Veta sits on the eastern side of La Veta Pass through the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and at the northern opening of the Cuchara River Valley. A busy trading center a century ago, La Veta is now known for its community of artists and ranchers and breathtaking scenery. La Veta may be small and [...] Tags: art classes, art galleries, dikes, history, la veta, oktoberfest, spanish peaks music festival
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Half Day Itineraries, Itineraries
The small towns of La Veta and Cuchara are sure to surprise you. Not only are they enveloped by gorgeous scenery, they also offer historic museums, art galleries, and hikes filled with unique geological features. However, if you have only a few hours, the following activities are a must. Activity #1 - Francisco Fort Museum [...] Tags: cuchara, hiking, la veta, museum, trails
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Half Day Itineraries, Itineraries
It doesn't take long to learn that Spanish Peaks Country has a thriving art scene. From galleries to art classes, theatrical performances, and more, this little pocket of Southern Colorado is sure to please every art lover. Activity #1 - Museum of Friends The Museum of Friends is a contemporary art museum whose core collection [...] Tags: art, galleries, la veta, museums
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Full Day Itineraries, Itineraries
For visitors looking to explore art and theater, Spanish Peaks Country often comes as a pleasant surprise. From our art galleries to the Museum and Friends and our theatrical performances, this little pocket of Southern Colorado is sure to please each and every art enthusiast. Activity #1 – Museum of Friends The Museum of Friends [...] Tags: art, art classes, galleries, la veta, museums, theater, walsenburg
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Full Day Itineraries, Itineraries
Spanish Peaks Country is awesome for families. We've got affordable, outdoor play that shows off our incredible scenery and cools you down when the days are hot. Activity #1 – Rio Grande Scenic Railroad Enjoy a leisurely and scenic ride that curves and winds through steep rocky grade and mountain meadows with elk, eagles, and [...] Tags: art galleries, cuchara, hiking, la veta, mini golf, palygrounds, parks, railroad, swimming, water park, water slides
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Full Day Itineraries, Itineraries
La Veta and Cuchara bookmark a gorgeous valley filled with geological wonders and lush riverbanks. Fill your cultural bucket in La Veta before driving into Cuchara for a hike through the forest. Activity #1 – Francisco Fort Museum The Francisco Fort Museum is the last surviving original adobe fort in the state. It houses artifacts [...] Tags: art galleries, cuchara, hiking, la veta, mini golf
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Experiences, Outdoor Recreation
La Veta is a pocket of pristine beauty in the heart of Spanish Peaks Country. While a variety of recreational opportunities are available to all visitors, it’s the city’s trails that bring people back again and again. Whether you like to walk, run, or bike, there’s a trail for you ranging from easy to difficult. [...] Tags: daigre reservoir, dikes, hiking, indian trail, la veta, la veta loop, trails
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