The Vision Behind Grand Lake Creative District with President Alan Walker

970 Grand County

970 Grand County
The Vision Behind Grand Lake Creative District with President Alan Walker
Mar 17, 2025 Season 3 Episode 60
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We explore how the Grand Lake Creative District serves as an umbrella organization for seven creative groups while developing major infrastructure projects including a $12 million creative workforce housing initiative and a new Creative Hub for expanded arts programming.

• Grand Lake became one of Colorado's 30 certified creative districts in 2018, focusing on economic development and cultural vibrancy
• The district provides financial backing, marketing support, and collaboration opportunities for seven existing arts organizations
• Space to Create project will build approximately 18 workforce housing units with built-in creative workspaces
• A new 2,800 square foot Creative Hub breaking ground in June will house equipment for woodworking, metalworking, and other arts
• Programming intentionally focuses on off-season events to create year-round vibrancy beyond the busy May-October period
• Colorado Ballet and Colorado Symphony performances are scheduled at Rocky Mountain Repertory Theater
• The district operates primarily through volunteers with strong support from town government

To support these initiatives, visit grandlakecreativedistrict.org and click the donate button, or contact the town manager about sponsoring the new town marquee.