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A Hidden Southern Colorado Treasure: The Story Behind Painted Canyon

Just outside Trinidad lies a remarkable artistic landscape with a story worth rediscovering. For nearly 40 years, self-taught immigrant artist Martin Bowden transformed Painted Canyon into an outdoor art environment unlike any other.

Now, Alanna Blu is bringing Bowden’s story back into the spotlight through historical photographs, newspaper archives, oral histories, and community research. Her work is helping reconnect families, historians, and art lovers with a fascinating piece of Southern Colorado’s cultural heritage.

Join Alanna for “The Painted Canyon” on October 20 at 7 p.m. to explore the life, art, and legacy of Martin Bowden and discover the story behind this extraordinary local landmark.

📍 Fire Station #19, 2490 Research Parkway, Colorado Springs📅 October 20, 2026 | 7 p.m.🎟️ Free admission

Learn more at Colorado Springs Archaeological Society.