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Rangely council establishes Sept. 9 as Dominguez‑Escalante Expedition Day; $7,500 state grant supports exhibit
Summary
The council approved Resolution 2026-06 naming Sept. 9 of each year Dominguez‑Escalante Expedition Day. Presenters described a $7,500 state grant, a museum exhibit (project cost described as over $10,000), educational partnerships and related commemorative events this fall.
The Rangely Town Council voted to adopt Resolution 2026-06, designating Sept. 9 of each year as Dominguez‑Escalante Expedition Day in perpetuity. Council members moved and seconded the resolution and approved it by voice vote.
Presenters described plans for a 250th‑anniversary exhibit and related events. A presenter said the exhibit was supported by a $7,500 grant from the State of Colorado and that the total project investment was “well over $10,000.” Partners mentioned included Colorado Northwestern Community College and a local group called the Dominguez‑Escalante Expedition Education Project (DEEP). The presenters described an ice-cream-social unveiling, participation in the Septemberfest parade with historical period costumes, and a Canyon Pintado Dominguez‑Escalante tour planned for Sept. 11.
Councilors and presenters discussed scheduling around Septemberfest and the potential to align events to draw more visitors. Northern Arizona University was reported to be planning a visit to study regional inscriptions tied to the expedition; presenters offered to provide contact information to coordinate.
Robbie moved to approve Resolution 2026-06 and Jimmy seconded; the motion carried. The resolution establishes the commemoration in perpetuity and supports town efforts to host related programming and exhibits.
Next steps: presenters said they will continue to coordinate with partner institutions, finalize exhibit details and proceed with planned public events this fall. Council members encouraged coordination with Septemberfest organizers to maximize visitor attendance.
