When it comes to building a vibrant local arts scene, there’s a small town in Colorado that’s blooming with creativity, according to USA Today.
Manitou Springs, located in the mountains near Colorado Springs, ranked ninth on USA Today’s list of the 10 best small town art scenes in America, part of its 2021 10Best Reader’s Choice Awards.
Here’s what the publication had to say about Manitou Springs:
“Sitting at the base of Pikes Peak is the tiny town of Manitou Springs, a resort town ever since the area’s mineral-rich waters were discovered in the 1870s. The small downtown area is filled with art galleries and eclectic boutiques. The Manitou Art Center features a maker space for digital artists and hosts courses in both traditional and…