VENUES

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Performers enlighten the community with classical concerts, inspiring dance recitals, powerful poetry readings and compelling live theater. Talented musicians, dancers and thespians bring highquality entertainment to residents and visitors. Ouray also hosts popular events like film festivals and outdoor concerts that attract audiences from surrounding Western Slope communities.

Ouray’s annual International Film Festival

is an incredible event that premieres a variety of short and feature-length films.

OURAY COUNTY PERFORMING ARTS GUILD

472 Main Street • (970) 626-2970 www.ocpag.org

Founded in 1983, The Ouray County a Guild supports the community, and especially youth, in growing their passion within performing arts. Putting on events centered around music, dance and poetry, this nonprofit offers something for everyone. Their flagship programs are the San Juan Chamber MusicFest as well as the Dave and Mary Wood Classical Concert Series.

OURAY COUNTY ARTS ASSOCIATION

www.ourayarts.com

Hosting arts galleries and workshops for residents and students in the area for 60 years, the Ouray County Arts Association strives to help the community pursue their passions. Providing spaces for artists to display their work, receive feedback and even apply for scholarships, the organization hosts ongoing events across multiple venues in Ouray for everyone to enjoy.

www.facebook.com/OurayMusicSeries

A wonderful, free event for the entire family, the Ouray Mountain Air Music Series is held on Thursday nights in June. Fellin Park serves as the backdrop to music from small artists from a range of different genres, delicious food from local restaurants and leisurely community bonding. The event supports a different local nonprofit organization every week.

UPSTART

(970) 325-3501 • www.upstartmoves.org

A collaboration of local theatre artists, UpstART selects and performs plays. Many of their shows have deep, moving, heartfelt messages. Every summer, they perform Shakespeare plays in a highly interactive way, bringing the audience into the show.

THE WRIGHT OPERA HOUSE

472 Main Street • (970) 325-4399 www.thewrightoperahouse.org

Since 1888, The Wright Opera House has been the premier venue in Ouray for theatre, music, movies, social events and education. The iconic building is on the United States National Register of Historic Places and serves as a cultural hub for the community, hosting events such as the Ouray International Film Festival.

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OURAY PUBLIC LIBRARY

320 Sixth Ave. • (970) 325-4616 www.ouray.colibraries.org

Ouray public library offers extensive collection of resources, such as archives, books and more. It is a great place to find information on outdoor activities, including safety and travel guides. The library is open Monday to Friday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. year round. During the summer months, it opens from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. on Saturdays, too. Visit the website for more information about book club meetings, coding and cooking classes, craft workshops and children’s storytime.

TAKE A BOOK, LEAVE A BOOK

Building a more connected community can be as simple as sharing a book. So, don’t be surprised to see small wooden cases filled with free books scattered along the town’s sidewalks. Little Free Libraries are a wonderful resource for residents (and guests) to exchange an old gardening guide or fantasy novel for some new reading material. Here’s where you can find them: Sixth Ave., Ouray (private residence across from the Ouray Public Library. 735 Main St., Ouray (Wildflower Boutique) 1230 Main St., Ouray (Ouray Visitor’s Center)

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