Nestled in the White River National Forest of Colorado, the old silver mining town of Aspen has been transformed into a four season resort community of international renown. Join The Cultural Landscape Foundation in exploring Aspen’s heritage, from its mining and agricultural roots to its rebirth as a ski mecca and center of culture, arts and ideas.
The Cultural Landscape Foundation will visit gardens by Herbert Bayer and Andrew Goldsworthy, as well as national award winning private residential landscapes. Talk with local civic leaders to understand the extraordinary steps that have been taken to preserve this remarkable landscape and manage growth in the face of tremendous development pressures. Take in Aspen’s breathtaking views while enjoying the best of Aspen’s cuisine, music, and remarkable landscape legacy.