Come celebrate the start of a new season at Buena Vista Heritage!

Come explore the opening of a brand new exhibit from the Curtis Legacy Foundation. Visions & Voices: The Unpublished Southwest coincides with the release of their new book.

Shawnee Real Bird (Crow) presents Moving the Legacy Forward as part of the Curtis Legacy Foundation’s Visions & Voices: The Unpublished Southwest.

Ravis Henry (Navajo) presents From Traditions to Stewardship: A Navajo Life in Canyon de Chelly as part of the Curtis Legacy Foundation’s Visions & Voices: The Unpublished Southwest.

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Attend a private reception prior to Jerry Geronimo Martin’s lecture, Geronimo Family Tales. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres, personal conversations, photo opportunities, VIP seating for the evening program, and a chance to win fine art prints of Geronimo and Jerry—all in an intimate setting designed to bring you closer to this extraordinary legacy.

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Join us for an unforgettable evening with Jerry Geronimo Martin (Apache)—great-great-grandson of Geronimo, as he presents his powerful talk, Geronimo Family Tales.

Come check out our historic homestead property and 116-year-old apple orchard! Open every Saturday all summer long!

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Jerry Geronimo Martin (Apache) presents A Descendant’s Truth – The Real Story of Geronimo as part of the Curtis Legacy Foundation’s Visions & Voices: The Unpublished Southwest.

From a few thrill seekers challenging the river in kayaks and old rafts, to a major recreational and commercial activity, pioneer outfitters, Reed & Karen Dils (1976-2001) will show a little history that has greatly influenced our valley. Come learn about prominent residents who’ve been involved, the economics involved, how equipment has involved, governmental involvement and much more.

Most of us don't think about water rights until a ditch runs dry, a development goes in or a dry year reminds us just how tight things can get, but the system that decides who gets water in Chaffee County didn't just appear--it was shaped by conflict, necessity, and some hard choices made over a century ago.

Back in the 1880s disputes over water and land boiled over into what is now called the Lake County War.  This wasn't a polite disagreement--it was a violent struggle over control of the critical water.  While that conflict may feel distant, the rules that came out of that era still govern the rivers and ditches today.

First in time, first in right is the principle that determines if a rancher can irrigate, a town can grow or if there is enough water left in the river for recreation and fish.

Today the setting looks different--but the pressure is just as real. Growing communities, changing agriculture, outdoor recreation and health of the Arkansas river are all concerns.  Add drought and those rules are being tested in new ways. This isn't just history--it's about decisions that affect property, livelihoods, and the future of this valley.  

Join us as David Kelly and Greg Felt connect the dots from the conflicts of the 1800's to water questions of today and get a picture of where things could be headed next.

With:

• Bruce Cogan of Cogan Ranch

• Ken McMurray of McMurray Land & Livestock

• Lee Rooks of Rafter 26 Ranch

• Nancy Roberts of Arrowpoint Cattle Co.

• Suzy and David Kelly of Kelly Ranch

Annette and Doug Conlon are talented singer-songwriters who create unforgettable live music experiences. Their diverse melodies transition from upbeat and joyful to deep and moving, consistently fostering a warm and inviting atmosphere that enhances their heartfelt lyrics. They have shared the stage with countless major artists and have had several songs published with DSM Producers in New York and placed for sync in film and television. Annette leads the Black Rose Songwriting Circle, while Doug manages the Open Mic, organized through the Black Rose Acoustic Society.

with Cam Torrens