A close-up background photograph of one of the dioramas from the Nederland Fairy Garden, showing villagers from an African fable

Nederland

In Nederland, the Fairy Garden is our proof of life after enduring the COVID-19 pandemic. It’s an ecosystem that relies on help from its community to maintain its well-being. From the soil packed into the glass to the enchanting villages living on top of it, the existence of this cube was made possible by a large group of Nederland neighbors, friends, and artists.

Visit the art

A close-up photograph of one of the dioramas from the Nederland Fairy Garden, showing a Mexican warrior
A photograph of a fascinating looking man with a straw hat installing the garden
A close-up photograph of one of the dioramas from the Nederland Fairy Garden, showing a giant crow looking over the villagers

Hear the fables

Explore other locations

In Lafayette, our 90s phone booth creates a collective ritual to capture the oral history of the past few years and offer a communal experience that lends a listening ear for our stories, allowing us to live with them and find new narratives.

A Puerto Rican woman listening to the stories in the Longmont instillation

In Longmont, the installation focuses on stories gathered from the pandemic—living memories that capture this exact moment in time. Some stories are free form, others scripted. Some are about hope, some are about loss and grief. Have a seat in Grandma’s nook. Pick up the phone, see who is on the other line, and take a moment to be part of someone else’s memory.

Hear from your neighbors

This message is anchored by the oral histories gathered from every facet of our county. Do you have a story to share from the pandemic? We would love to hear it!
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This work is produced by Boulder County Public Health in partnership with local creatives and county leadership. For current COVID-19 guidance, visit: www.boco.org/covid-19
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