Arts + Culture

Local Museum is All Washed-Up

Electronics Whiz Lee Maxwell's Record-Breaking Washing Machines Article by Mathew Klickstein If you head out to nearby Eaton—and more specifically, the grounds of Eaton Grove Nursery—you’ll find a unique building run by nonagenarian Lee Maxwell. Lee, and the building he designed and constructed with his own hands (and a little help from friends), is home to the Guinness World Record for the largest collection of washing machines in the world. Not surprisingly, it’s called the Lee Maxwell...

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A Peek Into Greeley's Creative District

The Greeley Creative District has been a Cornerstone of the Local Artistic Community for More Than a Decade Article by Dan England | Photography by Becky Safarik The Greeley Creative District emerged as an opportunity to spotlight a city often seen for its agriculture rather than its arts. Founded in 2012, the district was inspired by a Colorado initiative to bolster the state’s reputation. While Colorado was known for skiing, mountains and breweries, a study from the National Endowment for...

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Celebrating 15 Years of Zoë's Café & Events

Creating Connection, Celebration and Community Impact Through Coffee, Creativity and Compassion at Zoë's Café Photography by Epic Images In November 2009, Zoë's Café (715 10th St.) opened its doors in downtown Greeley with a simple, yet powerful mission: to create a welcoming space where the community could gather, connect and grow together. Rooted in the vision of a local church, Christ Community, with deep ties to the area, Zoë's has grown into a beloved local gem. “Zoë's has always been...

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Insta-famous!

Instagram's Logo Creator Stays Greeley Proud Article by Mathew Klickstein | Photography by Courtesy of Mackey Saturday Mackey Saturday is a proud graduate of the University of Northern Colorado (UNC) who says his time in Greeley helped shape his career as a world-class graphic designer, creating iconic logos for such global brands as: Instagram, Oculus and Silk Soymilk. Originally from California, Mackey moved to Wyoming at 13 before choosing UNC with the hope of eventually becoming an art...