Welcome TO WHEELHOUSE

Retail Incubator & Community Makerspace

609 Main Street
Walsenburg, CO

Our Vision

Support established, new, and emerging businesses with startup, launch, tools, equipment, and growth strategies and skills to boost economic growth in Huerfano County, Colorado.

Our MISSION

Provide a space for training, coaching, and networking to build a community of innovation and to support the launch, growth, and longevity of local businesses.

Calling all food vendors and food-related businesses!

Get in touch.

Huerfano County Commercial Kitchen Incubator Interest Survey

Introduction
Thank you for your interest in a potential commercial kitchen and incubator program in Huerfano County, Colorado! We are exploring creating a shared kitchen space (commissary) and a business incubator to support local food entrepreneurs—especially those currently operating under or transitioning from the Cottage Food Act. Your responses will help us shape a facility and program that meets our community’s needs.  

We’ve Revamped the Wheelhouse Retail Incubator!

Support your local small businesses

Visit our revamped space! We have a new retail space layout, new hours, new tenants, and new staff! Oh my!

  • Retail Incubator Program for Startups

    A retail incubator is a dedicated space that supports the launch and growth of retail businesses by providing entrepreneurs with hands-on opportunities to learn and apply retail skills. It serves as a nurturing environment for new, emerging, and established small business owners, offering resources and guidance during the critical start-up phase and supporting ongoing growth and sustainability planning. The goal is to equip business owners with the knowledge and tools to thrive in the competitive retail industry.

  • Community Makerspace

    The Wheelhouse Makerspace is a place to create a thriving community of makers, builders, and creative artists. Step into our evolving space, where, as a member, you’ll become a part of a collaborative community dedicated to bringing creative ideas to life.

    Whether you’re working on a personal project or have a specific need, our growing community is here to inspire and assist you. Join us on this journey of creativity, where the emphasis is on the connections we make and the collective spark of imagination right here in our own backyard!

  • Community Workshops and Meetups

    Innovate, create, grow, and share: collaborate with others to generate ideas; learn best business practices from experts; and discover the power of 3D Printers and Laser Cutters in classes and engaging meetup events across a wide spectrum of topics.

Upcoming Events

At Wheelhouse, we collaborate with local and regional business-focused organizations committed to catalyzing business innovation, fostering community engagement, and driving economic growth.

Visit Us

 

Address
609 Main St.
Walsenburg, CO 81089

Weekly Retail Hours

Wed-Sat: 12 PM - 5 PM

Staff Hours by Appointment

Mon-Fri: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Call Us
(719) 410-0188

Email Us
info@wheelhouseincubator.org

Support Us

The Wheelhouse is an initiative of Huerfano County Economic Development, Inc., a 501(c)(3) non-profit, and is greatly supported by local volunteers and donations. Learn more →

Hear From Our Clients

Our clients’ testimonials speak volumes about our services and commitment. Get an insight into their experiences.

Soapbox

“As the owner of Soapbox on Main St., I have experienced the pros and cons of opening a brick and mortar shop in Walsenburg. The Wheelhouse has provided invaluable business resources that will help to optimize my business. Although I didn’t know where to start, the Wheelhouse staff was and continues to be available and supportive to my navigation of the online marketing realm. Their experts walked me thru the process and have provided the needed guidance and resources. The community is very fortunate to have such a resource.”

Our Retailers