Grand Valley Creative Alliance

04/08/2026

04/06/2026

Check out this sneak peek of the The ARTery 👀👀👀

03/26/2026

The ARTery has a new page!

03/26/2026

Call for artists!

02/04/2026

Build Update #1 | The ARTery Progress Report

ICYMI — The ARTery has been taking shape in downtown Grand Junction. Construction is well underway on a new creative hub being brought to the community by the Grand Valley Creative Alliance.

This space is being built with creativity, connection, and community at its core, and we’re excited to share the progress as it unfolds.

Monthly updates are coming as we head toward our Grand Opening this summer, huge thanks to KREX for helping share the journey with our community. Stay tuned!

https://www.westernslopenow.com/news/local-news/living-local/the-artery-under-construction-in-downtown-grand-junction/

To learn more about the project or donate to our capital campaign visit: www.gvcreates.org

01/30/2026

The ARTery building at 539 Colorado is making lots of progress, and we can’t wait to bring this space to life with the community.
More updates to share soon🎨✨

01/20/2026

🎨 Call for Artists: Community Recreation Center Project 🎨

The City of Grand Junction, in partnership with the Commission on Arts and Culture, is seeking six artists to create original artwork for the new Community Recreation Center currently under construction.

Artist opportunities include:
• Murals for the Child Watch Room, Mezzanine Fitness Studio, and Community Room
• Artwork for a Story Wall and Recognition Wall
• A custom design for an acoustic panel in the Community Lounge

👉 Full details and submission information:
https://www.gjsentinel.com/news/western_colorado/artists-wanted-for-new-recreation-center-project/article_8c02d49b-306f-4812-8f6c-a885f7a8e746.html

12/30/2025

We are pleased to share that the Gates Family Foundation has awarded Grand Valley Creative Alliance a $25,000 grant to support the renovation and build out of The ARTery, our new creative workspace and community hub for artists and makers across the Grand Valley.

This support advances our vision for a dedicated space where creativity can thrive through shared resources, collaboration, and community connection.

Our sincere thanks to the Gates Family Foundation for investing in the future of arts and culture in Western Colorado.

12/18/2025

We are honored to share that GVCA has received a $10,000 grant from the Dave and Mary Wood Fund, administered by the Western Colorado Community Foundation, in support of our capital campaign for The ARTery — Building Art in the Heart of the Valley.

This generous investment advances our vision for a dedicated Community Art Studio and creative hub, strengthening opportunities for artists, makers, and the broader Grand Valley community.

Our sincere thanks to the Dave and Mary Wood Fund and the Western Colorado Community Foundation for their leadership and commitment to arts and culture in Western Colorado.

12/09/2025

Today is Colorado Gives Day!
GVCA is working to raise $20,000 to support The ARTery – “Building Art in the Heart of the Valley,” our future creative workspace and community hub opening in 2026.

We’ve already raised nearly $14,000 (70%!) and with your help, we can reach our goal today.

Donate: LINK IN BIO

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Thank you for supporting the creative heart of the valley! 🎨

12/02/2025

It’s GivingTuesday — the global day of generosity! 🌍

Today, people everywhere are lifting up the causes and communities that matter most.

Here in the Grand Valley, we’re already feeling that generosity in a meaningful way.

Because of supporters like you, we’ve raised $12,000 toward our $20,000 Colorado Gives Day goal.

Your support is helping bring The ARTery to life, a new creative workspace and gathering place opening in 2026 to support artists, makers, students, and the vibrant arts community that makes this valley so special.

Every gift today helps:

Build affordable studios and maker space
Provide shared tools and equipment
Create classroom + workshop areas
Expand opportunities for collaboration and creative learning
And move us closer to our $20,000 goal by next Tuesday, December 9
If you’re inspired to give, your GivingTuesday gift makes a real difference.

And if you’d like to support in another powerful way, reposting this or sharing it with a friend helps us reach more people who care about keeping creativity strong in our valley.

👉 Give or share here:
https://www.coloradogives.org/organization/Grand-Valley-Creative-Alliance