I am reviewing this place for its grounds, buildings and art work. This is one of the few places in Aspen to visit other than endless number of art galleries in town. The grounds are beautiful with the Rockies as the back drop. There were tiny springs that meander and gurgle their way through out the campus. Beautiful landscape and certainly worth a visit if you ever within spitting distance of this place. read more

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I arrived is Aspen to be a part of the Aspen Ideas Fest. I enjoyed it very much...but what was most impressive was the remarkable job the celebrity impersonators did. They had people walking all over the campus that looked exactly like Madelyn Albright, that guy from Virgin Records and countless others...Amazing The number two thing that I enjoyed, was the free Pepsi! There is nothing wrong with that! The only complaint I have and it's minor one is, I wish the AI (Aspen Institute to the "locals") had more upbeat music at night and provide a dance floor. That might be a great way to get the kids interested, only an "Aspen Idea", Ha. Looking forward to my next visit to Aspen. P.S. It would also be nice if you could shave the mountains down a bit, It would make flying into your airport easier and extend the daylight hours. read more

It feels silly reviewing the Aspen Institute. Really. I mean, it's sort of like reviewing Elvis or sliced bread or cold beer. But since returning from a visit there I've been surprised to discover how many people are not familiar with it or its work. So here you go. read more