New signage welcomes visitors to Mountain Heritage Park. Licia Iverson photo
The unveiling of Mountain Heritage Park (MHP), is set for 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday, Oct. 10. The event is timed to honor Indigenous Peoples Day, which celebrates and honors Native American peoples and commemorates their histories and cultures.
Monday’s celebration of the new Mountain Heritage Park will also honor local artwork. Three former Salida High School Art students who participated in the MHP Project have their artwork displayed on one of the three panels, are related directly to the Ute Tribes; Ella Barnett, Sam Hughes, and Fern Clark.
“Mountain Heritage Park is all about celebrating and educating visitors about our rich cultural heritage and how the surrounding mountains have shaped this culture for generations,” said Chipeta Mountain Project Guide Craig Nielson.
The Mountain Heritage Park also includes photography pieces by Salida High School Art Teacher Janine Frazee. One of the panels relates to outdoor activities in and around the valley.
In addition to the art, Ute History lessons will also be provided to interested teachers during the Grand Opening Celebration. Roland McCook, a direct descendant of Chipeta, Chief Ouray’s wife, will be there to speak at the opening activities.
Featured image: Signage at the new Mountain Heritage Park on top of Tenderfoot Mountain includes artwork by three former Salida High School Art students. Photo by Merrell Bergin.
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