Ah Haa School for the Arts

A nonprofit organization

5 donors

Our History

Founded in 1991 by visionary bookmaker, writer and teacher Daniel Tucker, the Ah Haa School for the Arts is a place of inspiration. In launching the school, Tucker sought to offer something meaningful and long lasting to the community of Telluride. He wanted to offer budding and serious artists alike tools in a variety of media, teach skills and awaken passion that they would carry with them through their lives. 

 For 30 years, the Ah Haa School has become the community center for arts and culture in Telluride and the surrounding Colorado communities. At the Ah Haa School, we believe that every person harbors an artistic ability and that everyone benefits from discovering and nurturing that creativity.

Mission

CREATING JOY AND COMMUNITY THROUGH ART

CORE VALUES

- Generosity: Fostering inclusion, access, and opportunity for all

- Connection: Creating community and a sense of belonging

- Ah Haa Moments: Embracing creativity, curiosity, and learning as a path to joy and inspiration

CORE COMMITMENTS

– Honoring diverse voices in a safe and supportive environment

– Developing authentic collaborations with organizations committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging

– Removing financial and cultural barriers to participation

– Providing experiential learning in small and intimate class sizes

– Encouraging discovery and exploration through interactive and participatory experiences

– Celebrating the arts, artists, and the artistic process

Organization Data

Summary

Organization name

Ah Haa School for the Arts

Year Established

1991

Tax id (EIN)

23-2594045

Category

Arts, Culture & Humanities

Organization Size

Large Organization

Address

PO BOX 1590
TELLURIDE, CO 81435

Service areas

Telluride, CO, US, 81435

Phone

9707283886