The Clifton Libraries Water Wall is an immersive, interactive exhibit that tells the story of the Colorado River, tracing its journey from the Rocky Mountains through the Grand Valley, into neighboring states, and finally back in time to the dinosaur age—a way to tie in the vast geological history of Western Colorado. Installed within the children’s section of the Mesa County Library, the wall is not just a visual storyteller but an interactive experience featuring sound, levers, and buttons that allow deeper exploration of the river’s significance. Visitors can press buttons to hear native bird calls, pull a lever to activate LED lights that mimic water flow and highlight the region’s intricate farm irrigation systems, and push another button to illuminate the Vegas skyline, powered by the Hoover Dam. A water drop character and bilingual informational panels in English and Spanish enhance accessibility, with text placed under plexiglass to reinforce the interactive and technological aspects of the exhibit. Together, these elements communicate the importance of water conservation and highlight the many reasons we must protect our rivers.