THE GOVERNOR'S NEWSLETTER |
Welcoming the Sundance Film Festival to Boulder, Colorado in 2027 |
I am thrilled to announce that Boulder, Colorado will be the new home of the Sundance Film Festival starting in 2027. I joined representatives from the Sundance Film Festival, Visit Boulder, City of Boulder, the Boulder Chamber of Commerce, and bipartisan legislators and leaders to celebrate this exciting win for our entire state.
Films help inspire us and tell powerful stories of who we were, who we are, and who we aspire to be. Movies are a huge part of our culture and now Colorado will be a huge part of the movie industry
The cultural and economic impact of the Sundance Film Festival is very positive statewide, with more jobs and more support for our small businesses including stores and restaurants as local residents enjoy films and visitors come to the Film Festival and stay to explore all our state has to offer.
Last year, the Sundance Film Festival…
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Generated $132 million in gross domestic product
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Created 1,730 jobs paying $69.7 million in wages
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Attracted 24,000 out-of-state visitors who spent an average of $735 each day
Since day one, I have worked to create an environment where creativity and the arts thrive as both a strong part of our economy and a central part of our way of life. Welcoming the Sundance Film Festival to Colorado is a big leap forward in our ongoing commitment to elevate our talented arts and culture industry.
Thank you to all of our partners at the Sundance Institute, in Boulder, and within the Colorado state legislature and Office of Economic Development and International Trade. I look forward to hosting the iconic Sundance Film Festival in 2027!
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Tell Your Story: Join the Listening Sessions for the Colorado 150 Pedestrian Walkway |
I recently announced plans to build the Colorado 150 Pedestrian Walkway, an experiential walkway connecting the Colorado State Capitol to Lincoln Veterans Memorial Park. This walkway will help increase pedestrian safety at an intersection by providing Coloradans with a safe passageway to access the downtown Denver area, while telling the story of Colorado’s 150 years through an iconic walkway in the civic heart of Colorado.
As always, we are committed to representing all communities across Colorado, so we look forward to hearing from you at one of our upcoming listening sessions about the Colorado 150 Pedestrian Walkway:
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Fort Collins Listening Session: April 1
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Boulder Listening Session: April 12
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Grand Junction Listening Session: April 16
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Pueblo Listening Session: April 24
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3:30 PM at CSU Pueblo, The Occhiato Student Ballroom (2200 Bonforte Blvd. Pueblo, CO 81001)
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Link to RSVP - Pueblo
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Denver Listening Session: April 29
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Virtual Meeting: May 8
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Call for Artists - Colorado 150 Pedestrian Walkway |
In partnership with the Office of Economic Development and International Trade’s Colorado Creative Industries, I opened up submissions for local artists to integrate their work in the Colorado 150th Pedestrian Walkway. Artists should submit their work by April 1st, 2025.
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Up to 20 artists or artist teams will be selected to create projects depicting or celebrating one of Colorado's historical narratives.
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The ideal completion for the walkway will be August 2026. The artist selection process will be complete by June 1st, and we expect to begin the design process in the Summer of 2025.
The Colorado 150 Pedestrian Walkway will serve as a new gateway into revitalized Downtown Denver. The initiative aims to tell the story of Colorado’s 150 years while further re-energizing and highlighting the Civic Center area.
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🏛️ April 3 - Ute Day at the Colorado State Capitol
Tribal and State leadership will celebrate the rich heritage, culture, and contributions of the Nuuchiu to the State of Colorado during Ute Day at the Capitol on Thursday, April 3, 2025 in Denver, Colorado at the State Capitol (200 E. Colfax Ave). The Speaking Program will begin at 8:30 a.m. and conclude at 9:45 a.m. A lunch will be held at History Colorado (1200 Broadway, Denver, CO) starting at 12:30 p.m., followed by presentations until 3:30 p.m. This event is open to Tribal Members and the public.
✨ April 18 - Journey Through The Decades of Black Excellence Showcase
The Annual Black Excellence Showcase is a powerful celebration of culture, creativity, and community. This year’s theme, "Good Trouble for Black Futures," honors the legacy of John Lewis and the courage it takes to stand together, uplift one another, and create lasting change. This event will be hosted by AAYLS from 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM at Hamilton Middle School, Denver, CO.
💡Share Your Ideas for the Colorado 150 Pedestrian Walkway
In celebration of Colorado’s 150th birthday, the Polis Administration is excited to announce plans for the Colorado 150 Pedestrian Walkway. Please complete this short survey to share your stories, ideas, and insights to help shape the historical narrative of this project. |
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200 E Colfax Ave Denver, CO, 80203, USA
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