The Art Center of Western Colorado

05/26/2026

The Art Center Crew enjoying a tour of discovery and adventure on the homelands of the Navajo and Hopi.

05/11/2026

Stray Grass at Two Rivers Winery, May 19, 2026, part of Music in the Grapevines Concert Series

Music in the Grapevines is back for another sensational season, featuring live music, picturesque landscapes, and exquisite wine experiences. Presented by the Art Center Guild for the benefit of the Art Center of Western Colorado, this summer's concert promises unforgettable music on the lawn at Two Rivers Winery, with the Colorado National Monument as the backdrop.

The concert lineup features the local favorite Stray Grass. Although Stray Grass is rooted in folk and bluegrass, their sound is anything but traditional. The acoustic quartet is known for high-energy live performances featuring layered vocal harmonies, mandolin grooves, and lively slap bass. Stray Grass has long been a favorite band in the Grand Valley.

The concert promises to be an enchanting evening, with gates opening at 6 pm and music starting at 7 pm. Attendees are welcome to bring picnic dinners, and wines are available by the glass or bottle from Two Rivers Winery. No outside alcohol is allowed.

• When: May 19th, Gates open at 6:00 pm, concert starts at 7:00 pm
• Where: Two Rivers Winery, 2087 Bradway
• Tickets: $20 each; $25 at the gate (subject to availability). www.artcenterguild.org or at The Art Center of Western Colorado, 1803 North 7th (7th and Orchard).

All proceeds benefit The Art Center of Western Colorado. The Music in the Grapevines Concert Series is proudly sponsored by ANB Bank, Art Center Guild, Two Rivers Winery, and Abstract & Title.

05/11/2026

The Art Center crew takes Ouray in style.

04/30/2026

Online bidding for The Art Center of Western Colorado's Golden Age of Hollywood Benefit Auction is now live. You can now start bidding on that art treasure or experience.

The Art Center of Western Colorado in Grand Junction, Colorado, offers arts education programs for children and adults, an exhibition venue for artists, and a Permanent Collection that preserves Colorado’s rich history and culture.

04/27/2026

The collection of creations available at the Golden Age of Hollywood Benefit Auction is quite impressive. Come to this exciting event on May 1st for a chance to own one of these treasures.

Title "Wind, Earth, Fire, Earth", this hand-painted porcelain with elephant embellishments was created by Matt Jones, The Art Center’s Curator. He enjoys learning different methods, from printmaking to painting to ceramics, by researching and practicing each method until he perfects the particular technique that interests him.

Look here over the next few days for other works of art available at the Golden Age of Hollywood Benefit Auction.

04/27/2026

The collection of creations available at the Golden Age of Hollywood Benefit Auction is quite impressive. Come to this exciting event on May 1st for a chance to own one of these treasures.

Cynthia Duff creates many of her works on birch wood. She uses a variety of subject matter, including sandhill cranes, animals of the West, and western landscape, to make abstract art, neon sculptures, and bent wood pieces. She has been included in the Winefest poster series with her whimsical animals dancing in the vineyards, the Grand Junction Art and Jazz poster, four poetry and art books, posters for Powderhorn, and posters for the Sandhill Crane Festivals in Nebraska, New Mexico, and Colorado. Her works grace many hospitals and institutions in Chicago, Nebraska, Denver, Grand Junction, and private collections around the world. For more information, you can look her up at cynthiaduff.com. Cynthia recently opened the beautiful West Winds Gallery at 504 Main Street in Grand Junction.

Look here over the next few days for other works of art available at the Golden Age of Hollywood Benefit Auction.

04/24/2026

One of the Treasures in the Golden Age of Hollywood Benefit Auction is a wonderful collection of liquor from the Board of Trustees' Drink Cabinet.

04/22/2026

✨️ Paint the Town: Golden Age of Hollywood

Step into the spotlight and channel the glamor of old Hollywood at our Benefit Auction 🎬

Think timeless elegance, sleek gowns, sparkling details, classic suits, and red carpet confidence. This is your moment to shine! ✨️

Dress to impress, sip, bid, and celebrate a night of art, style, and unforgettable moments! 🍸 🖼

🎟 Tickets are going fast! Buy 1 for $65 or 2 for $120. Tickets are available at gjartcenter.org. Can't wait to see you there!