Art + Culture
Airport Art & Culture
The Art & Culture program at Yampa Valley Regional Airport was established to promote and reflect on the diverse culture and history of the Yampa Valley. From a history of cattle /sheep ranching to mining and a world class ski resort community, YVRA is at the center of it all. We are the transportation heartbeat of the valley and the gateway of choice to Northwest Colorado. Let the art on display throughout the terminal building give you a sense of peace and reflection. Enjoy!
Gates 1, 4, 6 – MANGELSEN
Images of Nature Gallery – Experience the wonder of nature through the lens of Thomas D. Mangelsen. He has long been recognized as one of the world’s premier nature photographers. For over 30 years, Mangelsen has traveled throughout the natural world observing and photographing the Earth’s last great wild places. For more information visit Thomas D. Mangelsen.
Hayden Heritage Center
Built in 1913 by the Denver & Rio Grande Railroad Depot, it serves the community as a museum and houses an extensive collection of photographs, which record the pioneering, mining, and ranching heritage in Hayden and the Yampa Valley. Many of the exhibits capture the heart of the area’s lively western past – from cowboy-ing to coal mining. See their display located in Baggage Claim. For more information visit Hayden Heritage Center.