A hive of activity, a hub of happenings, and a center of gravity for art- and social-meetups in…read moreCortez. Come for the beautiful artwork; stay for the cocktails, mocktails, charcuterie boards. Then come back for the musical performances, paint-and-sip, sing-alongs..., and the good vibes!

From the owner: We are a wine bar and art gallery - A community hub with art, events, workshops and idea makers. We…read morehighlight MonteZUma County artists, provide a platform for young emerging artists, musicians, authors, and offer a creative space for the neighborhood.

Stopped by for some souvenirs and found pretty amazing merchandise…read more Staff was great........ We left with Native American sterling silver jewelry, dream catchers, arrowheads, and beaded bracelets for the kids. If you're ever in Cortez, pay them a visit!

I walked in and had bad service from the Mexican girl working there. She was rude and would not…read moreeven ask any questions just gave me a dirty look. I asked her for a item and she threw it on the counter and did not ask if I need anything else.

IF you're looking for the run of the mill " Knick knacks" that are available in most gift shops…read moreacross the Country..then this probably isn't the place for you.....Is one of a kind " cool stuff " your bag ? Then do yourself a favor and stop in....You can buy a shirt that says, COLORADO just about anywhere .....wanna show up at a major fundraiser looking like you gave what you were wearing some thought ??.....Try a " Yellow Jacket" hand drawn tee shirt complete with a quanset hut .....The location should tip you off. Unrealistic to expect you would find the " mundane" in The Wearhouse District....It ain't braggin' if ya can do it !

From the owner: An art gallery, artist studio, gathering space and gift shop all rolled into one. Home & Range is…read morea hidden gem of a shop. Featuring the fine and functional art of owner/artist Rosie Carter and a collection of other beautiful finds made by Four Corners artists and craftspeople. If you're looking for a one-of-a-kind item from this unique part of the Southwest be sure to stop and see what Rosie has up her sleeve.

Charming old building loaded with beautiful home decorator items. They also sell coffee under the…read morename "Karma" The coffee here was average, the server, a truly beautiful woman was unfortunately aloof, distant and she struggled to be friendly. Otherwise, the atmosphere here is nice.

Stopped for gas next door and decided we needed good coffee as opposed to gas station coffee and…read morewas pleased with the outcome. The coffee was good and I left with some neat things for the house too. It's worth a stop and the owner was very sweet not to mention Sam, the dog, who my grand daughter just loved.

We found this place while looking for a coffee shop in Cortez. Little did we know we found a…read morecultural gem. Cortez cultural center showcases the native arts and cultures. They recently started the coffee shop and they do a really great job (I believe all volunteer run). All the pastries are home baked, and the turmeric latte was nice. The cultural center also oversees and takes care of the Hawkins Preserve (which is a really nice walking trail). I would love to come back here in the summer because the cultural center has native performances during the summer months.

Beautiful location in downtown Cortez. , located in a…read morehistoric building. They are a non profit organization, coffee shop is staffed by volunteer baristas. Ambiance is good, coffee is great.

A wonderful gallery with a range of prices featuring artisans on the area. The owner is friendly…read moreand informative about things going on in the area. Lovely quilts often based on petroglyphs patterns, jasper and agate jewelry, fun sculptural items using horse shoes!! Check out- you'll be glad you did.

What a discovery! Local artists with high quality artwork..paintings, pottery, jewelry, woodworking…read more(including some very interesting furniture), hand spun yarn, fiber arts...the list goes on! Next to the Absolute Bakery....a must see! Because it is a co.op, the artists work there...you can hear their stories and engage with the local artists!

This store is amazing! Kelly's knowledge is decades deep and it shows in her collection. A lot of…read morethe trading post-style stores in the four corners area have the same stuff over and over again. This store has unique and authentic items, ranging from old pawn to contemporary styles. I'm glad I got the opportunity to meet Kelly and visit her fantastic store!!

Exquisitely curated selection of truly fine handmade native American crafts, rugs, jewelry and art…read more Friendly, knowledgeable owner can explain the history of pieces. Everything here is top quality. Highly recommended

I checked hours and called and gallery indicated on a Thursday open from 9am- 5pm. I arrived at 9am…read moreand waited until 9:30am and NOT open. Frustrating, looks like they nice things but they lost a sale here bc they were not opened as advertised.

I wanted a nice piece of jewelry to bring back as a souvenir of my Colorado trip. So my local…read moreDurango friends brought me to the Toh-Atin Gallery. It's on a quiet little side street, with an inviting open door in good weather. The store /gallery has a beautiful assortment of pottery, jewelry, art, pairings, saddles, decor, blankets, leatherwork, and more. This is not an inexpensive tourist trap shop. You'll find wonderful quality, beautifully artistic pieces. Prices vary from low to high - there are wonderful things for most any budget. I came to browse the store first, left, made my rounds of Durango window shopping and did some touristy buys, and then I came back here for my lovely jewelry purchase. The staff were extremely nice, knowledgeable, and helpful. I was impressed with their telling of back stories about the artist who made the earrings I purchased. It made my purchase more personal and special. Stop in. Browse. Staff don't mind lookie lous. Maybe you'll find a treasure too.

A very special place, enhancing Cortez, Colorado's arts and social life…read more Wonderful art work, plus related artsy goods for sale. Events, ranging from fashion shows to chess and music performances, make the city a much more interesting place to live and visit!

From the owner: Fine Art Gallery featuring regional artists. Many mediums including watercolor, oil and acrylic…read morepaintings. Collage and graphite. Representational, non-representational and abstract work. Fine silver work and gemstone jewelry. Textiles, pottery, cards, local authors, gifts and more. Events every month. Wide price range.

Dancing Spirit Community Arts Center is a gem in Ignacio! The front half of the building is a co-op…read moreart gallery, featuring work in a variety of media by more than 30 artists. The Nook at the front of the shop features special exhibits that rotate on a monthly basis. The back half of the building has space for arts classes, a stage for performing arts, and a pottery studio. Everyone can come here and create! Very cool.

From the owner: Dancing Spirit Community Art Center is a 501(c)3 that is dedicated to providing our community with…read moreprograms that enhance creativity and fellowship, that promotes education, appreciation and enjoyment of the arts and that celebrates the cultural heritage of our unique population. We offer ongoing art classes for kids, adults, and families and we serve our community with programs that bring us all together, lift everyone up, and heal our pasts. From our after school and summer kids programs to our adult classes and workshops, Dancing Spirit Community Art Center has something for everyone and every ability.