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Event Recap: 1840s Rendezvous and Spanish Colonial Art Market

Tesoro was pleased to host our annual 1840s Rendezvous & Spanish Colonial Art Market on the grounds of The Fort in September. Held each year in Morrison, Colo., this event commemorates the historical connections between the American mountain men and the Hispanic communities of Bent’s Old Fort (1833-1849). Bent’s Old Fort was an important fur trading post along the Santa Fe Trail. This event drew record-breaking attendance.

An exclusive, member-only Meet the Artists Patron Party on Friday evening kicked off … Read the entire post >

18th Annual Indian Market & Powwow

As Colorado welcomes back warm weather and longer days, we’re preparing to welcome its beloved Indian Market & Powwow this summer. The 18th annual celebration will take place on the grounds of The Fort Saturday, June 2, and Sunday, June 3. The event offers plenty of free parking, family-friendly activities and more. Running from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day, admission is just $5 per person; children 12 and under are free. The cost of admission benefits our … Read the entire post >

Head Back to School with Tesoro

School is back in session, and we’re excited to welcome students, teachers and parents for a variety of educational programs, which are dedicated to bringing the diverse history of early Colorado to life.

Bent’s Fort: A Crossroads

This two-hour fieldtrip, held on the grounds of The Fort Restaurant, explores the history of Bent’s Old Fort and Colorado. Led by educators and interpreters dressed in authentic attire, this program is ideal for students grades third through eight. In accordance with Colorado … Read the entire post >

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