Where Hippies and Ranchers Come Together
It all started with the blacksmiths - a craft of iron and fire and sweat in a community of emerging to accomplished artisans and artists. Find yourself in a dramatic outdoor setting as you experience the visual arts, theatre, dance and music. It boasts a history of craftsmanship that is alive and well in the Carbondale area.
Wind your way from gallery to gallery. Uncover the spirit of the valley in photography, painting, sculpture, glass, ceramics, jewelry, woodworking, blacksmithing and the performing arts.
Several diverse organizations are dedicated to the inspiration and promotion of the arts. Our love of melody has spawned season after season of musical performances in venues from the parks to the pubs. Perhaps one of the most notable is the Annual Carbondale Mountain Fair, which offers three days of music, arts, and crafts.
The Carbondale Clay Center is a non-profit organization that exists to promote excellence in the ceramic arts, to build community through clay related activities, and to offer strong, diversified, high quality ceramic arts, educational programs and provide support of ceramic artists through residency, teaching, exhibiting and educational opportunities.
The Carbondale Council on Arts and Humanities (CCAH) is a non-profit organization founded to encourage an appreciation of the fine arts, popular arts, and the humanities through programs and events featuring local and professional artists and musicians.
The Carbondale Public Arts Commission (CPAC) was established as an advisory commission for the Town of Carbondale in June, 2002. It was established to evaluate sites appropriate for public art; promote the work of local artists; recommend the acquisition of works of art suitable for public display; and promote art awareness.
Thunder River Theatre Company (TRTC) is a year-round non-profit theatre company producing "professional theatre at its finest." TRTC has an educational outreach program and a Latino theatre initiative.
The Performing Arts Center at Third Street, (PAC3) was established in 2011, and is a multi-use theatre in Carbondale, Colorado that provides the community with a space for events, concerts, non-profit functions, shows and more. PAC3 holds 365 guests for seated events and 541 for general admission, giving guests a chance to enjoy the show in an intimate and comfortable setting. Located in the heart of Carbondale you will experience the true community connection that Carbondale has established when at the Performing Arts Center.
Make the short, 18-mile scenic drive to Redstone, and learn about the historic Redstone Coke Ovens. The Coke Ovens are located on the west shoulder of Highway 133. Once in Redstone, take a walk through the quaint town and tour the castle. Guided castle tours are on Saturdays and Sundays at 1:30pm. For more information call (970) 963-9656 or visit www.redstonecastle.us.
