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At the Museum of Friends, children have long been central to the story—painting murals, exploring exhibitions, and discovering their community through art. Their creativity has shaped downtown Walsenburg and filled the museum’s galleries with new ways of seeing.

The Museum of Friends invites the community to celebrate creativity and connection at the 13th Annual Marketplace of Ideas & Made in Walsenburg Holiday Market, November 29 and December 6 from 10 AM to 4 PM. Enjoy local art, handmade gifts, and refreshments, plus a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus on December 6. Every purchase supports local artists and small businesses, boosting Walsenburg’s creative economy.

Independent Voices celebrates artists whose work speaks boldly from the margins—creators who defy convention and embody the spirit of self-determination that defines the Museum of Friends. Through painting, assemblage, photography, and writing, these artists remind us that independence is a form of connection, linking creative freedom with community vitality.

The Museum of Friends is proud to present Tom Vail & Jann Vail: Shared Journey, a retrospective exhibition celebrating the couple’s five-decade creative partnership. Opening October 18, 2025, the show honors their life, love, and artistic legacy, with works that reflect a shared passion for art, music, and community.