May 27 Through August 1 Civic Center Park, 101 West 14th Avenue Parkway; 5 Points Plaza, 2736 Welton Street; and various locations throughout Denver The Black Love Mural Project came together hastily in the uprising following George Floyd’s death by police violence, but it came together beautifully, with mural art created by Black artists in Civic Center Park. We’re happy to report that the fest is bigger, better and back, with a run of painting and special events leading up to Denver’s Juneteenth Music Festival and remaining on view through August 1. Watch the Black Love Mural Fest Instagram for developing event information.
Write about Colorado or include a location or event in Colorado as part of their published work.
Made significant and enduring contributions to their fields of work.
Helped open new frontiers for writing styles, ideas and concepts.
Inspired others by the breadth of their writing and work.
Advanced the status of authors. In an announcement, organizer Judith Briles notes, “The Hall strives to educate the people of Colorado and the country about the stories of the authors who shaped their works using their personal presence and the environment of our State with courage, leadership, intelligence, compassion, and creativity.”
Colorado Authors Hall of Fame organizer Judith Briles.