Blog https://www.durango.org/blog/ Blog Sun, 16 Nov 2025 07:03:55 +0000 Discover Blue Rain Gallery: A Vibrant Art Destination in Downtown Durango https://www.durango.org/blog/post/blue-rain-gallery/ https://www.durango.org/blog/post/blue-rain-gallery/#comments https://www.durango.org/blog/post/blue-rain-gallery/ Mon, 06 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -0700

Blue Rain Gallery, founded in 1993, fosters cultural appreciation, blending innovation with tradition and championing artistic diversity. For over 30 years, the gallery has curated a dynamic roster of over 50 artists, focusing on regional, Native American, and Studio Glass art. Representing

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Top 10 Durango Arts Month Events You Can’t Miss https://www.durango.org/blog/post/durango-arts-month-events-you-cant-miss/ https://www.durango.org/blog/post/durango-arts-month-events-you-cant-miss/#comments https://www.durango.org/blog/post/durango-arts-month-events-you-cant-miss/ Fri, 30 Aug 2024 13:00:00 -0600

As fall begins to creep in and summer activities begin to die down there is plenty fun left to be had in Durango. This Durango Arts Month, held every September, is packed full with activities from beading workshops to author events at Maria’s Bookshop and live performances ranging from theatrical to

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The Art Galleries and Art Scene in Durango: An Introduction https://www.durango.org/blog/post/art-galleries-and-art-scene-in-durango/ https://www.durango.org/blog/post/art-galleries-and-art-scene-in-durango/#comments https://www.durango.org/blog/post/art-galleries-and-art-scene-in-durango/ Fri, 29 Dec 2023 14:00:00 -0700

Durango is known for its vibrant art scene; art galleries, performance art venues, and public artworks. From contemporary and modern to traditional, Durango's art galleries offer a diverse range of styles and mediums to explore. Whether you're a seasoned art collector or just looking for a unique

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Itinerary: Arts, Heritage, and History https://www.durango.org/blog/post/itinerary-arts-heritage-history/ https://www.durango.org/blog/post/itinerary-arts-heritage-history/#comments https://www.durango.org/blog/post/itinerary-arts-heritage-history/ Wed, 18 May 2022 14:00:00 -0600

Durango is the ideal destination for history and art enthusiasts. Downtown is lined with historic west hotels, and galleries which feature local indigenous artists. A lot is to be discovered downtown, on the historic D&SNGR train, or at the surrounding well-preserved heritage sites.

Downtown art gallery

Day 1

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Durango's Not-So-Secret Gardens https://www.durango.org/blog/post/durango-botanic-gardens/ https://www.durango.org/blog/post/durango-botanic-gardens/#comments https://www.durango.org/blog/post/durango-botanic-gardens/ Wed, 05 May 2021 09:00:00 -0600

Sponsored post from Durango Botanic Gardens

There’s a special place just north of downtown Durango: a garden-actually multiple gardens. They’re not quite secret gardens because people from all over the world visit them each year. They’re a place where the only sounds are rushing water from the

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Itinerary: Archeological and Cultural Sites in Durango https://www.durango.org/blog/post/itinerary-archeological-cultural-sites/ https://www.durango.org/blog/post/itinerary-archeological-cultural-sites/#comments https://www.durango.org/blog/post/itinerary-archeological-cultural-sites/ Sat, 01 May 2021 10:00:00 -0600

With rich history in Ancestral Puebloan culture, let Durango be the center of your adventures. Centrally located around 1000’s of sites, we range from archaic pithouses to the world renowned cliff dwellings. Immerse yourself into the native cultures, art and fine cuisine that makes your adventure

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Itinerary: Winter Walking Art Tour https://www.durango.org/blog/post/itinerary-winter-walking-art-tour/ https://www.durango.org/blog/post/itinerary-winter-walking-art-tour/#comments https://www.durango.org/blog/post/itinerary-winter-walking-art-tour/ Sun, 01 Nov 2020 18:00:00 -0700

Durango is a hidden gem in the arts and cultural world with over a dozen mixed-medium art galleries and dotted with numerous displays of public art, all made by local artists and displaying Durango's rich culture and heritage.

With a breathtaking, inspiring landscape, and captivating history,

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