Lyons Arts & Humanities Commission

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Mission


The mission of the Lyons Arts & Humanities Commission (LAHC) is to beautify the streets of downtown Lyons, promote local artists, and educate the viewing public on artistic inspirations and procedures.

Members


  • Melinda Wunder, Chair
  • Chrystal DeCoster
  • Jacob Leeuwenburgh
  • Bonnie Auslander
  • Sonny Smith
  • Lauren Click
  • Open Seat
  • Jocelyn Farrell, Trustee Liaison
  • Arielle Hodgson, Staff Liaison
Interesting in joining? Apply online.

Meetings, Agendas, & Minutes


The LAHC meets on the second Tuesday of each month, beginning at 5 p.m. in the Lyons Town Hall Board Room, unless otherwise noted. Updates to the commission's schedule will be listed on the Town calendar.

Agendas are available prior to the meetings. Minutes are available following approval.
View Agendas and Minutes
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The Town of Lyons and the Lyons Arts and Humanities Commission (LAHC) invite artists to submit high-quality, original art and sculpture for its newly expanded heARTS of LYONS Outdoor Arts Collection--all over town.

The heARTS of LYONS Outdoor Arts Collection is a perennial celebration of art and sculpture displayed outdoors throughout the quaint mountain town of Lyons, Colorado. Small but mighty Lyons (population 2,000) is an arts-rooted destination, noted for its music, artists, and beautiful setting in the Rocky Mountains’ foothills. Each year, the rare, franchise-free charm of Lyons lures thousands of visitors from all over the world to stop and linger on their way to and from Rocky Mountain National Park. 

The heARTS of Lyons rotating collection offers a compelling parade of art that escorts travelers through the Town and entices return visits.

Learn more about the current heARTS of LYONS Outdoor Arts Collection >>

The Town of Lyons and the LAHC invite artists to submit high-quality original art and sculpture for the heARTS of LYONS Outdoor Arts Collection. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Selected art will be on display for a period of two years.

Legacy Donation


Artists may permanently donate art to the Town of Lyons, as part of the heARTS of LYONS' Legacy Designation program. All Legacy pieces will receive a special Legacy Designation plaque in the place of honorarium payments.

Application Fees and Process 


Artists and/or lenders may submit up to three art pieces for consideration per application, for a $30 fee. Applications will not be considered complete nor reviewed by the LAHC until the $30 application fee has been paid. Legacy donation submissions do not require an application fee. 

Application fees support heARTS of LYONS efforts, such as artist plaques, pedestals and stone bases, and honoraria. 

Upon receipt of the application fee, your application will be reviewed by the commission and a member of the LAHC will be in contact. Upon approval, LAHC will work with artists and/or lenders directly, regarding the Public Display of Outdoor Art Agreement, installation, payment, upkeep, removal, and other aspects.
The programs of the heARTS of LYONS Outdoor Arts Collection are supported, in part, by the Lyons Community Foundation and the Town of Lyons.

Town Hall Quarterly Art Shows


Each quarter, the LAHC coordinates salon-style art shows in the Shirley F. Johnson Council Chambers in Lyons Town Hall, to exhibit artwork by local artists. Exhibitions and show themes are updated quarterly; the exhibits are open to public viewing during Town Hall hours of operation, when the room is available*.

The exhibitions are open to art of all mediums, and artists of all ages, abilities, and artistic interpretation; any artwork (that can be reasonably accommodated in the space) in the theme of the exhibition is welcomed. Reservations are not required. Artists keep 100% of sales.

For up to date information on LAHC’s Town Hall Art Shows, check out the events pages at lyonscolorado.com, our Facebook page, or look for posters around town.

*To ensure the room is unoccupied and open for public viewing, please call the front desk, at 303-823-6622, ext. 10.

Support


The LAHC is grateful to be supported, in part, by the Lyons Community Foundation, the Town of Lyons, contributing artists, and generous donors.
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Questions?


Contact LAHC Staff Liaison, Arielle Hodgson

Scrolling Image Credits


DNA Land by Thomas Newport, located in the Town Hall Plaza. Photo by Lauren M. Click.
Pink Woman by Keith Stuart, located in the Town Hall Plaza. Photo by Lauren M. Click.
Rocket by Thomas Newport, located in front of Lyons Re-Runs on Main Street. Photo by Lauren M. Click.
The Generator by James Vilona, located in front of Now Gallery on Main Street. Photo by Lauren M. Click.
Pillars of Society by Scott Mohr, located on Main Street, in between 3rd Ave. and 4th Ave., across from Oskar Blues. Photo by Lauren M. Click.
Green Eye by Thomas Newport, located on Main Street and 3rd Ave. Photo by Lauren M. Click.
Ursa Major by Parker McDonald, located at Western Stars Gallery & Studio. Photo by Lauren M. Click.
Blue Butterfly Tree by John King, located at Western Stars Gallery & Studio. Photo by Lauren M. Click.
Mosaic Clarifier. Photo by Melinda Wunder.