About Us

“Since 1992, the Smokebrush Foundation for the Arts has produced and presented innovative arts experiences that foster curiosity and collaboration. Providing creative leadership and inspiring positive change in the Southern Colorado community and beyond.”

Smokebrush came to life as a Community Arts Foundation in 1992. Involved in the local and professional theater scene, the foundation also spearheaded workshops, exhibitions, a Children’s Theater series, world-class concerts and numerous community art projects.

In 1999 we shifted gears to design and create the Uncle Wilber Fountain for the children of Colorado Springs, transforming the energy of Acacia Park.

In moving operations to the Depot Arts District in 2000, Smokebrush found a wonderful neighborhood to call home. We obtained a larger space in the historic Trestle Building in 2011 which we called Marmalade where we hosted an amazing variety of healing arts (yoga, meditation, ceremonies and kirtan).

Unfortunately due to some issues regarding 25 Cimino (next door to The Trestle Building) Smokebrush decided to relocate inside the BAC in Manitou (recently renamed The Manitou Arts Center at 515 Manitou Avenue) in August of 2012.

After the acquisition a trio of historical Manitou Springs’ residential properties, the Smokebrush Foundation relocated it’s operations once again in 2018. From this, we developed the Red Crags Arts and Agriculture House, Smokebrush Farm, and revitalized the historic Rockledge Lodge into a center for lodging, wellness retreats, and intimate events and workshops.

We continue to offer performance events, workshops, classes, film screenings and gallery shows, and Smokebrush continues to host and sponsor special multi-cultural performances and workshops throughout the region

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