The History Colorado’s Ute Indian Museum in Montrose, Colorado, announced that the grand opening of its new Naturescape Playground will take place on June 10.
The museum takes inspiration from the history of the three Ute Tribes which live on today, providing a new form of interactive entertainment and recreation while educating museumgoers on the rich culture of the Ute people.
The Naturescape will be the first public play structure on the south side of Montrose, Colorado. With this playground, the museum hopes to increase the strength of the community by supplying greater access to knowledge and history of the area and encouraging multi-generational groups to join in outdoor museum play, as well as learning experiences.
The Naturescape Playground will join the Ute Ethnobotany Garden, featuring plants used by the Ute people for medicine, nutrition, and practical purposes, in addition to the memorial and final resting place of Chief Ouray’s late wife, Chipeta.
Together with the Grand Opening of the Naturescape, The Ute Indian Museum is hosting its 3rd annual Community Appreciation event on June 10, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
This celebration serves as an opportunity to give thanks to the community members for their support and contributions to the museum. The event will include free admission to the museum and gift shop, a silent auction, hands-on educational activities, and performances from Indigenous partners.
A list of performances, booths, and activities at the event can be found here.
