Board members and Volunteers are needed with CREATE Trinidad. Learn more and join us.
What is a Creative Industry?
Creative industries are the backbone of cultural and economic vibrancy—powered by artists, makers, innovators, and storytellers. From design, digital media, and crafts to music, culinary arts, and performance, these industries transform imagination into experiences, products, and opportunities. In Trinidad, our creative sector fuels community pride, attracts visitors, and drives sustainable growth by celebrating what makes our community uniquely inspiring.
CREATE Trinidad:
Supporting Artists & Entrepreneurs, the heart of Trinidad, Colorado.
The mission of CREATE Trinidad is to support artists and entrepreneurs through creative initiatives which economically benefit the community, while continually honoring Trinidad’s history. We collaborate with local organizations, businesses, government entities, and individuals on an on-going basis to facilitate creative projects and events.
Located in the heart of historic Trinidad, Colorado, CREATE Trinidad was awarded emerging Creative District status in 2011 and full state certification in 2012. The Creative District became a 501(c)(3) charitable organization in 2016.
CREATE Trinidad was vital in bringing the demonstration project for Space to Create Colorado to Trinidad. We were heavily involved in the planning, design, and envisioning the management of the 20,000 square feet multi-use community space, The Commons (located at 218 W. Main Street). The Commons @ Space to Create is available for rent to all locals and residents, and currently those rental fees support the Corazón de Trinidad Creative District and our mission.
Coming up in Trinidad's Creative District
Trinidad in the News
A Cultural Hub for Creative Connection
Are you an artist, resident, or visitor looking for art, performances, and local happenings? Perhaps you are interested in holding an event at our spacious Commons? You have come to the right place.
Arts & Culture, The "Heart" of Trinidad
In Trinidad, Colorado, Arts and Culture activities have played a pivotal role in enriching the lives of people in the community and region for centuries. The slide show below contains just a few of the many existing historical photos of the diverse art and culture events and venues in Trinidad and surrounding areas over time.
Interior view of Richter's Mercantile Company and saloon in Trinidad (Las Animas County), Colorado. Saloon Richter’s, ca. 1901-1920. History Colorado. Accession #93.322.1823.
Photographers, members of the Trinidad Camera Club, prepare to take pictures with cameras on tripods near Trinidad, Colorado. Trinidad Camera Club, ca. 1890-1910. History Colorado. Accession #93.322.1788.
Men in sack suits and homburg hats march in Trinidad, Colorado...and are carrying a banner that reads: "Better Acquaintance Trip all for a Better Colorado." Parade in Trinidad, Colorado, ca. 1922. Denver Public Library Special Collections. Accession #X-1834.
Interior view of Richter's Mercantile Company and saloon in Trinidad (Las Animas County), Colorado. Saloon Richter’s, ca. 1901-1920. History Colorado. Accession #93.322.1823.
Note: All photos here are obtained via a one-time use agreement with the History Colorado and Denver Public Library Special Collections and are subject to their copyright conditions. These images should not be copied, downloaded, or otherwise used without their explicit written permission.
