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Two Week Green Box Treasure Offers Respite from National and Local Political Disasters

A walk in Green Mountain Falls on opening day of the Green Box Arts Festival June 30 showcased the work of five artists.

I think that artistic experiences fuel wellness. — Scott Levy

This year’s roster of national performers includes the Paul Taylor Dance Company from New York City; the Delbert Anderson Trio, who plays a mix of Latinx, southwest, jazz, funk and hip-hop; and Larry & Joe, a bilingual duo who blend Venezuelan folk songs with bluegrass.

The Green Box Arts Festival in Green Mountain Falls, a small mountain town twenty minutes from Colorado Springs, is unlike anything else in Colorado.

Mayor Todd Dixon and the Green Mountain Falls Board of Trustees welcomed the Green Box Arts Festival with a proclamation recognizing arts and culture in the town.

Green Box Arts celebrates 15 years with its biggest festival yet. Here are insights into its gathering of world-class artists and enduring bold vision.

Celebrating 15 years of providing exemplary visual and performing arts experiences, Green Box this summer has masterfully curated more than 80 performances, events, and classes for residents and visitors for the community of Green Mountain Falls.

Review by Jillian Blackwell, an Editorial Coordinator at DARIA. DARIA is a publication devoted to art writing and criticism focused on the Denver-area visual art scene. DARIA seeks to promote diverse voices and artists while fostering critical dialogue around art.

The festival retains its ties to the community amid all the dramatic flair, world-class events, art installations, intellectual conversations, artists-in residence, art walks, concerts, hikes, classes and children’s arts camps.

On the Heels of Opening Green Mountain Falls Skyspace, the 15th Annual Green Box Arts Festival will offer over 80 Performances, Events, Classes, and Camps!

Explore the arts and outdoors around Pikes Peak with a peaceful getaway based in Green Mountain Falls.