An Evening with Dr. Temple Grandin

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“An Evening with Dr. Temple Grandin” will take place on Monday, June 30th at the Longmont Museum. Dr. Grandin will appear at this event. It will consist of the following.

Screening of the new An Open Door documentary
In-person discussion and Q & A
Book signing

Dr. Temple Grandin is a prominent autism advocate, author, and professor of Animal Science at the College of Agriculture Science at Colorado State University (CSU). Diagnosed with autism as a child, her personal story demonstrates how the world needs all kinds of minds, including those of people on the autism spectrum.

Event details

Following are event details.

Date: Monday, June 30th, 7-9pm
Venue: Longmont Museum, 400 Quail Rd.
Admission for students ages 12 and under: $12
General admission: $19

The proceeds of this event and any donations will go to the Temple Grandin Equine Center.

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Documentary

An Open Door, a new international award-winning documentary, celebrates Dr. Temple Grandin’s remarkable life and legacy through extensive interviews with Dr. Grandin, her colleagues, and livestock industry professionals. The film’s themes include autism, the unique value and educational needs of neuro-divergent people, and Dr. Grandin’s ground-breaking research into animal behavior and humane livestock treatment.

About Dr. Temple Grandin

Dr. Temple Grandin is a pioneer in animal science and autism advocacy. Her influence has long been recognized—Time magazine named her one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2010, placing her in their “Heroes” category. Most recently, in March 2025, she was honored as one of USA Today’s Women of the Year

Her significant work on the humane treatment of livestock for slaughter has led to less stress, panic, and injury in animals. It has had an international impact with many large corporations using her research to improve animal welfare.

As an autism advocate, Dr. Grandin has helped transform the world’s understanding of those who think differently, including those who think visually. In her latest book, Visual Thinking, she explores the hidden strengths of people who think in pictures, patterns, and abstractions—offering a compelling look into the minds of visual thinkers.

Event Partners

Slow Food Boulder County and SOIL Boulder are co-presenting “An Evening with Dr. Temple Grandin.”

Slow Food Boulder County

Slow Food Boulder County is part of the global Slow Food movement creating dramatic change in more than 160 countries. In the US, there are more than 150 local chapters and 6,000 members. Slow Food Boulder County is dedicated to promoting local, sustainable, and organic food while celebrating the power of food to bring people together and nourish both body and soul.

SOIL Boulder

SOIL Boulder supports local and organic food that is grown using regenerative practices. It uses charitable donations from members to provide zero-percent loans to local farmers and food entrepreneurs to help them thrive. As recipients of the SOIL Boulder innovative model, they can avoid running up credit card debt or approaching commercial banks to get capital.

Event sponsors

Silver Screen sponsors

	Since 1870, the College of Agricultural Sciences has been an integral part of the Colorado State University experience. It is committed to the university’s land-grant roots and is leading Colorado’s agricultural strategic growth through research, education and strong industry partnerships.

	ROOT Marketing & PR is a seasoned and award-winning PR, marketing, and social media agency defined by its downright devotion to good food. It has been passionately supporting food since 2001. Good food that tells a story, is grown with purpose, and is honest, intentional, approachable and appealing to the senses.

Community sponsors

	The Autism Society of Boulder County (ASBC) helps individuals with autism spectrum disorders and their families develop a strong, united community by creating opportunities for people to connect, share experiences and build new relationships. It provides educational, recreational and support opportunities, including support groups, free or low-cost recreational programs, and free or low-cost educational options.

	Boulder County 4-H celebrates youth empowerment and hands-on learning with 18 clubs, 300+ members, and 200 dedicated volunteers.

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