Colorado Creative Industries

08/31/2026

Applications close Friday, Sept. 4 at 11:59 p.m.

The Arts in Society awards grants ranging from $5,000-$35,000 to support projects that use the arts to strengthen community health and well-being.

Eligible projects bring the arts together with other sectors to address shared community needs through collaboration. Strong applications will include cross-sector partnerships--a collaboration between the arts and another field, such as health, education, housing, the environment, transportation, justice, economic development or human services.

Learn more on the Arts in Society webpage.
https://www.redlineart.org/arts-in-society

08/27/2026

Launching a new guide design to empower CO communities working in the creatives industries!

Across Colorado, communities of every size are recognizing that arts and culture are more than amenities—they are essential to civic infrastructure and...

08/19/2026

Colorado Poet Laureate Crisosto Apache hosted a writing workshop and reading at the Space Cowboy exhibit, 437CO Art Gallery ⛰️

If you missed the event, make sure to follow Crisosto Apache for info on future events, like the upcoming Mesa Verde Literary Festival in the Mancos Creative District on September 5!

The Colorado Poet Laureate program is made possible by Colorado Creative Industries and Colorado Humanities

08/18/2026

Learn more about our Poet Laureate and how to invite Crisosto Apache to your community 👇

Serving as an ambassador for poetry, the Poet Laureate engages with communities across the state, conducting readings and workshops, and inspiring a deep appreciation for the art form. In January 2026, Governor Polis selected Crisosto Apache, a celebrated Indigenous poet, as Colorado’s 11th Poet Laureate. Crisosto will serve in the role for two years with a dedicated focus on commemorating our state’s 150th anniversary and our nation's 250th milestone.

Learn more about our Poet Laureate and how to invite him to your community 👇
https://oedit.colorado.gov/colorado-poet-laureate?utm_campaign=OEDIT+Website&utm_content=1787083208&utm_medium=Colorado+Office+of+Economic+Development+and+International+Trade&utm_source=facebook

08/18/2026

How Sundance Film Festival is elevating the next generation of local filmmakers at CU Boulder!

08/18/2026

After completing the Accessibility and Disability Etiquette Training, Colorado artists and organizations used implementation stipends to turn what they learned into action, from:

- ASL Interpretation
- Sensory Supports
- Staff Training
- More Accessible Spaces

Support provided to the Downtown Longmont Development Authority allowed them to conduct an accessibility consultation that identified design issues in their plaza. Insights will be shared with their business owners to foster inclusive environments that better accommodate visitors with disabilities.

Why Inclusive Spaces Matter?

Inclusive design removes barriers, creating environments where all visitors can belong and participate in shared public places. Even making small changes can create more welcoming art experiences.

Ready to Create Accessible Arts Experiences?

Applications are open for the Accessibility and Disability Etiquette Training through Sept. 8, 2026. Tap the link below to apply!

https://forms.gle/4b6w1TmQT29K9VME7

08/11/2026

Colorado Creative Industries Info Session
Location: Fremont Center for the Arts, 523 Main St, Cañon City, CO 81212
Date: Wednesday, August 19
Time: 4-5 p.m.

Join Colorado Creative Industries for an in-person info session to learn more about programs and funding opportunities within the creative sector. The session will heavily focus on the Arts in Society grant and Creative Aging Project grant, but we will touch on all CCI programs. This session is open to the public, but registration is encouraged. CCI programs are open to individuals artists, arts organizations, community organizations, local government, libraries, and more, so we urge anyone to attend.

Tap on the link to register!

07/29/2026

"The colcha quilt is just one of around 30 pieces that will be on display in the Colorado Capitol building from Aug. 1 to Feb. 28 for a Creative Capitol exhibition called 'Past. Present. Future.' that marks Colorado’s 150th anniversary with artwork highlighting the state’s rich history of folk and traditional arts — from handmade cowboy boots to folklórico regalia. Artwork will be displayed in the basement level of the Capitol’s rotunda, governor’s office lobby and lieutenant governor’s office. A “Past. Present. Future.” opening reception from noon to 2 p.m. on Aug. 1 is just one highlight of the Colorado Day festivities at the Capitol that day.

"Past. Present. Future." marks Colorado's 150th anniversary with artwork highlighting the state's rich history of folk and traditional arts.