CR 108 bridgeRepairs continue on the County Road 108 bridge over the Crystal River near the Colorado Rocky Mountain School (CRMS). The bridge will remain closed while decking is replaced and new girders are potentially installed. A pedestrian walkway remains open, though temporary closures may occur. On May 18, the Garfield County Commissioners approved $650,000 […]
Redstone Art Foundation
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Redstone Art Foundation celebrates art and justice with movie night at Redstone Inn
This Saturday evening, Feb. 7, the Redstone Art Foundation kicks off its third winter movie night series at the Redstone Inn with a combo of Mexican cuisine and screening of the 2015 film “Woman in Gold.” While the dinners are a paid affair, Crystal River Valley cinephiles can sit in on the screening for free. […]
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In ‘plein’ sight — a celebration of natural art in the Crystal River Valley
The Redstone Gallery and Redstone Art Foundation are partnering in 2025 to bring another Plein Air Festival to fruition. From June 23-29, artists will gather to paint under the open sky and the public is encouraged to mosey over and watch them work. June 23 will feature a private painting workshop with Scott Ruthven at […]
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Redstone Plein Air Festival takes flight for a fourth year
The Redstone Plein Air Festival kicks off the summer season in Redstone in mid-June this year. Redstone Historic District has long been regarded as a community that celebrates the arts, according to the Redstone Art Foundation (RAF) website. This year’s festival, spanning six days, will begin June 18 and conclude June 23. The RAF website […]
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Redstone paints outdoors
The 27th annual Redstone Art Show welcomed back plein air artists to produce original works for auction on Sunday, Aug. 27. Proceeds from the event will benefit continuing education for local students interested in pursuing art. “Sue took a picture that I hope, hope, hope you put in The Sun,” Cindy Cole told us. “It […]
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For the love of art…
In addition to an exhibit featuring works by more than 35 artists, Redstone’s 26th annual Labor Day Art Show introduced a new plein air event that had painters, sketchers and doodlers scattered throughout the village with three hours to produce a piece to be auctioned off that same afternoon. Most pieces sold, with closing bids […]
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Plein Air Paint Out
“Redstone folks have been wonderful hosts, the town is very supportive. And everywhere you look, there’s something to paint.” Missouri Heights artist Doug Graybeal summed up the Redstone Art Foundation’s First Annual Plein Air Paint Out: “It’s a painter’s paradise.” Amid drifting clouds, blossoming trees, and a dance of fluffy cotton like gently falling snow, […]