The Old Gallery at Allenspark - Allenspark

Location: 14863 CO-7
Why Go There? Enroute to Estes Park, or short scenic drive from Lyons, the small community gallery features 15 local artists works, various media; schedules art shows, community center events (see listing under entertainment, performing arts).
More Information: The Old Gallery


 

Arvada Center for the Arts - Arvada

Monday-Friday 9:00am-6:00pm, Sunday 1:00pm-5:00pm
Location: 6901 Wadsworth Boulevard
Why Go There? 10,000 square feet exhibition space; focus on Colorado, western region art; happy hours, artist talks, tours, art sales; sculpture garden; history museum; free admittance; multi-use building (see Entertainment & Performing Arts listing)
More Information: Arvada Center


 

First Fridays - Arvada

First monthly Friday 6:00pm
Location: Olde Town (see website for map)
Why Go There? Olde Town hosts First Friday art demonstrations, studio/gallery exhibits, music, food
More Information: First Fridays


 
 
 

Boulder Arts and Crafts Gallery - Boulder

Location: 1421 Pearl Street Mall
Why Go There? One of the oldest artist cooperatives in the United States, represents hundreds of Colorado, Rocky Mountain region, other US artists; 20,000+ items include paintings, prints, photography, jewelry, pottery, woodwork, stained, fused and blown glass, sculpture, furniture; opening receptions with live music, refreshments.
More Information: Boulder Arts and Crafts

 
 

 
 
 

Boulder Arts Week - Boulder

March
Location: City-wide
Why Go There? Annual week long event: art walks, First Friday art exhibition openings, dance, music, theater performances, artist demonstrations, lectures, readings, workshops
More Information: Boulder Arts Week

 
 

 
 
 

Boulder Museum of Contemporary Arts - Boulder

Tuesday-Sunday 11:00am-5:00pm May-October Wednesday until 8:00pm
Location: 1750 13th Street
Why Go There? Galleries feature changing contemporary art exhibits of regional and international artist works, opening receptions, multiple programs, art events, tours, special events; store
More Information: Boulder Museum of Contemporary Arts

 
 

 
 
 

Dairy Arts Center - Boulder

Daily 10:00am-6:00pm or later,  Saturday-Sunday opens 12:00pm
(Galleries remain open each day until the last performance or film ends)
Location: 2590 Walnut (26th & Walnut) Street
Why Go There? Founded in 1992 in former working dairy, 42,000 square foot facility contains three art galleries with changing exhibits, opening receptions, free art tours, special events; cafe. Free admittance to galleries, $5 donation requested; free on-site and street parking.
More Information: Exhibitions

 
 

 
 
 

Pearl Street Arts Fest - Boulder

July weekend
Friday preview 3:00pm-7:00pm, Saturday 10:00am-7:00pm, Sunday closes 5:00pm
Location: Pearl Street Mall, 14th Street downtown
Why Go There? Popular juried annual arts festival showcases 100+ mixed media artist works (awards cash prizes to artists, highly competitive); music, entertainment, special food/beverage tastings
More Information: Pearl Street Arts Fest

 
 

 
 
 

Museum of Boulder at Tebo Center - Boulder

Wednesday-Monday 9:00am-5:00pm, Saturday-Sunday open at 10:00am
Location: 2205 Broadway
Why Go There? Several galleries feature rotating exhibits, showcase permanent collection items from thousands of historical objects, memorabilia, photographs relating to Boulder area history; events, programs offer visitors interactive experiences relating to local/regional history; senior, student discount, free first monthly Saturday general admission.
More Information: Museum of Boulder

 
 

 
 
 

Open Studios, Plein Air Fest, Pop! Gallery - Boulder

Spring Plein Air Fest, October Open Studios Tour
Location: Various
Why Go There? Self-guided tour 135+ artists' studios in and around Boulder during first three October weekends Open Studios Tour; Plein Air Fest brings juried artists from across the country to capture Boulder County with a minimum of seven painting during weeklong competition for cash prizes, sales.Pop! Gallery uses temporary spaces during summer and holiday months to showcase curated Boulder County artist works for sale.
More Information: Open Studios + Plein Air Fest

 
 

 
 
 

Castle Rock Artfest - Castle Rock

September
Saturday 9:00am-6:00pm, Sunday 10:00am-5:00pm
Location: Perry Street (between 3rd/South) & Festival Park (downtown)
Why Go There? 30+ years, annual weekend after Labor Day juried art festival features 145+ artists from across the country; continual live main stage entertainment; food/beverages; free
More Information: Castle Rock Artfest

 
 

 
 
 

Gilpin County Arts Association Gallery, Juried Show - Central City

Gallery: Thursday-Sunday 11:00am-4:00pm (winter hours)
May 1 open daily 10:00am-6:00pm
Juried Show: June-August
Location: 117 Eureka Street (historic district Washington Hall Gallery)
Why Go There? Gallery features local artist works showcased in longest continually in-use 1862 Colorado building; gift shop/store; annual 70+ years juried national art show, awards/opening reception early June
More Information: Gilpin Arts

 
 

 
 
 

American Museum of Western Art - Denver

Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10:00am-4:30pm
Location: 1727 Tremont Place (Navarre Building)
Why Go There? Art collection on permanent display depicts the American West from 1800's to present; 600+ paintings, drawings, sculptures from 180+ artists; entrance fee varies: guided or self-guided tour
More Information: American Museum of Western Art

 
 

 
 
 

Black American West Museum & Heritage Center - Denver

Friday-Saturday 10:00am-2:00pm
Location: 3091 California Street
Why Go There? Hosts changing exhibits with focus on roles people of color played in Western US history; former home of Dr. Justina L. Ford, Denver’s first female African American doctor who delivered 7000 babies over 50 year career; gift shop; special events include fall open house tour, performances, food trucks
More Information: Black American West Museum & Heritage Center

 
 

 
 
Arts_CheesmanParkArts2-Denver.jpg
Arts_CheesmanParkArtsfest1-Denver.jpg

Cheesman Park Art Fest - Denver

July (last weekend)
Location: 1599 East Eighth Avenue entrance: Cheesman Park
Why Go There? Annual weekend festival showcases juried high quality artworks, wide range of media, 130+ artists, 30 states; food trucks, live music; historic park setting
More Information: Cheesman Park Art Fest

 
 

 
 
Arts_ColoradoHistoryMuseum1-Denver.jpg
Arts_ColoradoHistoryMuseum3-Denver.jpg

Colorado History Museum - Denver

Daily 10:00am-5:00pm (closed holidays)
Location: 1200 Broadway
Why Go There? Changing exhibits feature eclectic mix of subject matter, lectures, tours, special events; gift shop, cafe; military, senior, student discounts; free days
More Information: History Colorado Center

 
 

 
 
Arts_ClyffordStillMuseum1-Denver.jpg
Arts_ClyffordStillMuseum2-Denver.jpg

Clyfford Still Museum - Denver

Tuesday-Sunday 10:00am-5:00pm, Friday evening until 8:00pm
Location: 1250 Bannock Street
Why Go There? Built to house Abstract Expressionism artist Clyfford Still's extensive collection, museum offers lectures, tours; hosts summer evening "music in the galleries" concerts; Sunday afternoon series (partnership with Friends of Chamber Music); films; senior, student discounts; free admission every Friday evening  and all day on last Friday (monthly)
More Information: Clyfford Still Museum

 
 

 
 
 

Colorado Photographic Arts Center - Denver

Tuesday-Friday 11:00am-5:00pm, Saturday 12:00pm-4:00pm
Location: 1070 Bannock Street
Why Go There? Nonprofit organization dedicated exclusively to the art of photography hosts several contemporary photograph exhibits yearly; permanent collection 800+ fine art prints; events include artist talks, receptions, Final Fridays, annual fundraiser award dinner/fine print auction
More Information: Colorado Photographic Arts Center

 
 

 
 
Arts_CRUSHRinoArtsDistrict1-Denver.jpg

CRUSH & Headquarters Gallery - River North (RiNo) Arts District - Denver

September CRUSH
Wednesday-Sunday 11:00am-5:00pm (Gallery)
Location: Several blocks in RiNo (between 25th and 31st blocks of Larimer Street); new gallery: 2636 Walnut Street Suite 105
Why Go There? Annual week long celebration of graffiti, street art draws artists from across the country. Public mural art remains after the festival, available for viewing throughout the year.
More Information: Crush Walls + HQ Gallery

 
 

 
 
Arts_DenverArtMuseum3-Denver.jpg
ArtsDenverArtMuseum1-Denver.jpg
Arts_DenverArtMuseum2-Denver.jpg

Denver Art Museum (DAM) - Denver

Tuesday-Sunday 10:00am-5:00pm, Friday until 8:00pm
Location: 100 West Fourth Avenue Parkway
Why Go There? Notable permanent collections: native American, textiles, Western art; changing exhibits; housed in stunning, eye-catching (very different)  buildings designed by acclaimed architects Gio Ponti, Daniel Libeskind; lectures, docent led tours; special events, yearly winter fundraising gala, spring wine/food " DAM Uncorked" party; gift shop; cafe; museum movie theater; free general admission first monthly Saturday.
More Information: DAM

 
 

 
 
ArtsDenverBotanicGardens1-Denver.jpg
Arts_DenverBotanicGardens2-Denver.jpg

Denver Botanic Gardens - Denver

Daily 9:00am-8:00pm (early closure days for special events - see website)
Location: 1007 York Street (Cheesman park neighborhood)
Why Go There? Gardens, ponds, greenhouses with tropical collections span 24 acres; indoor gallery/outdoor gardens: hosts major artist works/changing exhibits (1,200 art works include engravings, etchings, drawings, paintings, sculptures); special events, fundraisers, holiday lights, summer concerts; cafes, gift shop. Several free days (see website schedule); senior, student, military discounts.
More Information: Botanic Gardens

 
 

 
 
 

Chicano Humanities & Arts Council (CHAC) Gallery - Denver

Wednesday-Saturday 11:00am-3:00pm, Saturdays (April-October only)
First Friday until 9:00pm
Location: 222 Sante Fe Drive
Why Go There? Dedicated to preserving, promoting Chicano/Latino culture in Colorado through art exhibits and featured artist works (sculpture, painting, photography, fold art)/sales; dance, music performances, workshops, events.
More Information: CHAC Gallery

 
 

 
 
 

Emmanuel Art Gallery - Denver

Monday-Friday 10:00am-5:00pm
Location: 1205 10th Street Plaza (Auraria Campus, University of Colorado)
Why Go There? Built in 1876, the Emmanuel Gallery is Denver’s oldest standing church structure, remodeled as an art gallery; features changing exhibits from regional, international artists; films, lectures, events
More Information: Emmanuel Art Gallery

 
 

 
 
 

Friday Art Walk, Golden Triangle Cultural District - Denver

June-September monthly (last Friday) 5:00pm-9:00pm
Location: Speer Boulevard to Lincoln Street to Colfax Avenue
Why Go There? Opportunity to engage with artisans, visit museums, restaurants, shops, other participants within cultural district. No-cost one hour art tour 6:00pm. Other events scheduled throughout the year.
More Information: Final Fridays + Events

 
 

 
 
Arts_FridayArtWalkSantaFe1-Denver.jpg
Arts_FridayArtWalkSantaFe2-Denver.jpg

Friday Art Walk on Santa Fe - Denver

Year-round, monthly first Friday 5:30pm-9:30pm (quieter event third Fridays, for serious collectors)
Location: Santa Fe Drive/Kalamath Street between Alameda, 12th Avenues
Why Go There? 60+ art galleries, studios, other organizations welcome visitors; many food trucks, restaurants. Free luxury shuttle rotates through event every 20 minutes. Expect crowds, especially summer months.
More Information: Art District on Santa Fe + Facebook

 
 

 
 
 

Kirkland Museum of Fine & Decorative Arts - Denver

Tuesday-Sunday 11:00am-5:00pm, Sunday (opens 12:00pm)
Location: 12th Avenue and Bannock Street (Golden Triangle neighborhood)
Why Go There? 30,000 piece collection includes Colorado, regional art  from 1820-1990 (traditional through modern), 6,000 works from 600+ Colorado artists; international decorative art collection:  Arts & Crafts era through Postmodern; works exhibited 'salon style'
More Information: Kirkland Museum

 
 

 
 
Arts_LarimerSquare-Denver.jpg

Larimer Square Chalk Arts Festival - Denver

June first weekend
Location: Larimer Square
Why Go There? Annual festival features 200 artists turning the streets into an outdoor museum of chalk art; scheduled musicians, food
More Information: Larimer Arts

 
 

 
 
 

McNichols Civic Center Building Culture Center - Denver

Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm, Saturday-Sunday 10:00am-3:00pm
Location: 144 West Colfax Avenue, NW corner of Civic Center Park
Why Go There? 1910 Greek Revival-style building formerly a Carnegie library, part of the National Historic Landmark Civic Center Park, hosts art exhibits, cultural performances and public events
More Information: Exhibitions

 
 

 
 
Arts_MollyBrownMuseum1-Denver.jpg
Arts_MollyBrownMuseum2-Denver.jpg

Molly Brown House Museum - Denver

Year-round Tuesday-Saturday 10:00am-3:30pm, Sunday opens 12:00pm
Location: 1340 Pennsylvania Street
Why Go There? Margaret “Molly” Brown's (Titanic survivor) historic restored home, memorabilia; (required) docent-led 45 minute tours start every half hour, tell her story, offer Denver history. Admission first-come-first-serve tour tickets sold in person (go early peak summer season to reserve ticket for next available tour); discount for seniors, students, military; many special events including teas, lectures, seasonal festivities.
More Information: Molly Brown

 
 

 
 
 

Park Hill Arts Festival - Denver

June
Location: 4819 East Montview Boulevard (historic Park Hill Masonic Lodge grounds)
Why Go There? Annual weekend juried art/craft show 80 artists; food trucks, entertainment offers a more low key art festival experience
More Information: Park Hill Art Festival

 
 

 
 
 

RedLine Contemporary Arts Center - Denver

Tuesday-Sunday 11:00am-5:00pm
Location: 2350 Arapahoe Street
Why Go There? Modern nonprofit space hosts art exhibits, artists in residence, public education programs
More Information: RedLine Contemporary Arts Center

 
 

 
 
 

Museum Outdoor Arts (MOA) - Englewood

Monday-Saturday 10:00am-6:00pm, Friday-Saturday until 5:00pm (indoor gallery hours)
Location: 1000 Englewood Parkway
Why Go There? Art gallery with changing exhibits, opening receptions. Organization focuses on design; collection of public/outdoor art (various locations- downloadable self-guided tour).
More Information: Exhibitions

 
 

 
 
 

Hiwan Heritage Park Museum - Evergreen

Tuesday-Sunday 12:00pm-4:00pm (weekends until 4:30pm)
Location: 28473 Meadow Drive
Why Go There? 25-room log lodge, now a museum, evolved from a one-room cabin constructed in 1893. Throughout the lodge are original and historic furnishings, Native American artwork is on permanent display; free guided tours on half hour/hour.
More Information: Hiwan Heritage Park

 
 

 
 
 

American Mountaineering Museum - Golden

Monday-Saturday 10:00am-4:00pm (closes 6:00pm Wednesday, Saturday opens 12:00pm)
Location: 710 10th Street
Why Go There? Features permanent and temporary exhibits focused on mountain culture and the sport of mountaineering, honors the achievements of mountaineers from America and abroad; hosts opening receptions, monthly events, music. Permanent collection includes 5,000+ pieces of gear, slides, prints, outfits and cultural artifacts.
More Information: Mountaineering Museum

 
 

 
 
 

Boettcher Mansion - Golden

Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm
Location: 900 Colorow Road
Why Go There? Tour historic 1917 craftsman mansion: self-guided tour, or arrange guided tour for nominal fee
More Information: History Tours

 
 

 
 
 

Colorado Arts & Crafts Society Gathering of the Guilds - Golden

October 10:00am-4:00pm
Location: Varies (for 2020: 710 10th Street, American Mountaineering Museum)
Why Go There? Annual day long gathering of local guilds, artisans inspired by the Arts & Crafts Movement to showcase their craft. Exhibitors include professional artists, metal-smiths, potters, woodworkers, weavers selling their handcrafted items: art, antiques, book binding, calligraphy, ceramics, fiber, furniture, glass, jewelry, paper, textiles; demonstrations, presentations throughout the day; low fee admission.
More Information: Events

 
 

 
 
Arts_COSchoolMinesGeology1-Golden.jpg
Arts_COSchoolMinesGeology2-Golden.jpg
Arts_COSchoolMinesGeology3-Golden.jpg
Arts_COSchoolMinesGeology4-Golden.jpg

Colorado School of Mines Geology Museum - Golden

Monday-Saturday 9:00am-4:00pm, Sunday 1:00pm-4:00pm
Location: 1310  Maple Street (General Research Lab (GRL) building)
Why Go There? Repository for Colorado’s mineral heritage, showcases the most extensive public collection of Colorado minerals; historic mining murals by artist Irwin Hoffman (commissioned for the 1939 Golden Gate International Exposition in San Francisco, bought by CO residents, later donated, received extensive restoration); lectures, talks about geology, history of Colorado mining; outdoor geology trail, self-guided brochures; free admittance; gift shop/store.
More Information: Mines Museum of Earth Science + Mines Magazine + Westworld Article

 
 

 
 
Arts_FoothillsArtCenter1-Golden.jpg
Arts_FoothillsArtCenter2-Golden.jpg
Arts_FoothillsArtCenter3-Golden.jpg

Foothills Arts Center - Golden

Friday-Monday 10:00am-5:00pm (Sunday opens 12:00pm)
Location: 809 15th Street
Why Go There? Former Gothic style church, Queen Anne manse house art gallery, studios, classes; schedules mixed media changing exhibits, member shows, holiday market, annual fundraiser gala; part of Golden's annual ARTWEEK and Fine Arts Festival (August).
More Information: Foothills Art Center

 
 
 
 

 

Golden Fine Arts Festival - Golden

August weekend (see website)
Location: Historic downtown
Why Go There? 29+ years juried weekend art show, 130+ artists, half outside of CO; entertainment, food
More Information: Golden Fine Arts Festival


 

Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum - Golden

Monday-Saturday 10:00am-4:00pm, Sunday opens 11:00am
Location: 200 Violet Street, Unit 140
Why Go There? Two galleries host eight yearly exhibits, showcase 250+ quilts, historical and contemporary art quilts from the museum’s collection, national, regional quilt artists' works. Scheduled events include tailored tours; annual fundraiser luncheon with live and silent auction, mini-quilt auction(August), monthly Sunday afternoon program with refreshment (fee, includes museum admission); military, senior (65+), military entrance discount.
More Information: RMQM


 

Madden Museum of Art - Greenwood Village

Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm
Location: 6363 South Fiddler's Green Circle
Why Go There? Museum dedicated to multi-million dollar John Madden art collection donated to University of Denver, spans variety of periods; includes artworks from pioneering Western painters Albert Bierstadt, Thomas Moran, American masters Thomas Hart Benton, Robert Rauschenberg, contemporary Chinese-born American painter Hung Liu, Italian painters of the late 19th early 20th centuries; European works include Italian Impressionists, British master J.M.W. Turner; changing exhibits include University of Denver collections, many styles of art, organized by University of Denver students.
More Information: Madden Museum of Art


 

Art Night Out - Lafayette

May-September Second Friday 5:00pm-9:00pm
Location: Public Road between Cannon/Emma Streets
Why Go There? Features art for sale, live music; food, beer/wine garden. Popular City and Cultural Arts Commission sponsored event, expect crowds.
More Information: Art Night Out


 

Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park - Lakewood

Tuesday-Sunday 10:00am-4:00pm (Sunday opens 12:00pm)
Location: 801 South Yarrow Street
Why Go There? Two galleries focus on Lakewood, area history. Permanent gallery highlights significant 20th century events; forthcoming exhibit subjects: history of Lakewood parks, 20 years of local area music, venues; local memorabilia; opening receptions.
More Information: Exhibitions


 

Inspire Arts Week - Lakewood

June
Location: Various
Why Go There? 10 day long event includes gallery openings, activities, performances, many no cost, in collaboration with several local organizations
More Information: Inspire Arts Week


 

Lakewood Cultural Center & Public Art- Lakewood

Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm, Saturday 10:00am-2:00pm (James J. Richey Gallery closed Saturday)
Location: 470 South Allison Parkway
Why Go There? Three galleries, James J. Richey Gallery across the plaza in the Lakewood Civic Center showcase local, national artist works; permanent and rotating exhibitions, unique historic exhibitions. The city maintains Art on the Commons, rotating sculptures at the Civic Center Plaza, permanent pieces at Lamar Station (lightrail station), Addenbrooke Park.
More Information: Exhibitions + Public Art

 
 

 

Susan K. Arndt Gallery Red Rocks Community College - Lakewood

Daily 7:00am-10:00pm (Saturday until 7:00pm, Sunday until 6:00pm)
Location: 13300 West Sixth Avenue
Why Go There? Changing exhibits showcase student, faculty artworks
More Information: Susan K. Arndt Gallery


 

Affordable Arts Festival - Littleton

August Sunday before Labor Day weekend 9:00am-3:00pm
Location: 5900 South Santa Fe Drive on Arapahoe Community College campus
Why Go There? Annual day long festival offers 150+ artist works under $100
More Information: Affordable Arts Festival


 

Depot Art Gallery - Littleton

Tuesday- Saturday 10:00am-5:00pm, Sunday 11:00am-4:00pm
Location: 2069 West Powers Avenue
Why Go There? Operated by 60+ member Littleton Fine Arts Guild, the historic restored 1888 Santa Fe Railroad train station gallery, and renovated 1890’s caboose showcase member works in a variety of media: oil, watercolors, pastels, etchings, jewelry, silk painting, ceramics, glass, fiber, photography, sculpture and wood. Schedules changing exhibits, opening receptions; annual All Colorado Show, Colorado Aperture Show.
More Information: Depot Art Gallery


 

Hudson Garden & Events - Littleton

Grounds open sunrise to sunset (see website for gift shop, welcome center hours)
Location: 6115 South Santa Fe Drive
Why Go There? 30 acres of walking trails, several garden areas include 18 outdoor sculptures; self-guided art walk (free); welcome center, gift shop
More Information: Public Art


 

Town Hall Arts Center Stanton Gallery - Littleton

Monday-Friday 10:00am-5:00pm
Location: 2450 West Main
Why Go There? Rotating local artist exhibits, free
More Information: Town Hall Arts Center Stanton Gallery


ArtsLoneTreeArtsCenter-LoneTree.jpg

Lone Tree Art Center Gallery - Lone Tree

Monday-Friday 10:00am-4:00pm
Location: 10075 Commons Street
Why Go There? 18+ years  juried themed fall art exhibition (September-November); other exhibitions throughout the year, opening receptions. Art may be purchased through the box office.
More Information: Lone Tree Art Center


 

Firehouse Art Center - Longmont

Wednesday-Sunday 12:00pm-5:00pm, Second Friday 6:00pm-9:00pm
Location: 667 Fourth Avenue
Why Go There? Former fire house turned art center hosts monthly changing exhibits, opening receptions; participates in Second Fridays (small donation suggested), twice yearly ArtWalk; hosts writer's workshop, poetry nights, Art Jamz with live music,  fundraiser gala (May).
More Information: Firehouse Art Center


 

Longmont Museum & Cultural Center - Longmont

Monday-Saturday 9:00am-5:00pm, Sunday 1:00pm-5:00pm, Thursday until 9:00pm
Location: 400 Quail Road
Why Go There? Contemporary building showcases regional history, internationally-known artists, explorations of culture with permanent/changing exhibits; two theaters venue for special events on Thursday evenings including films, concerts concurrent with art exhibits; senior, student discount, second Saturday free to all
More Information: Longmont Museum


 

Louisville Center for the Arts - Louisville

Location: 801 Grant Avenue
Why Go There? Victorian-era schoolhouse hosts Louisville Art Association shows, events
More Information: Louisville Center for the Arts + Louisville Art Association


 

Art in the Park - Parker

Last weekend in August 10:00am-5:00pm, Sunday closes 4:00pm
Location: 10795 Victoria Drive (O'Brien Park)
Why Go There? Parker Artists Guild's annual art festival features 100+ juried artists, food trucks, music
More Information: Art in the Park


 

Parker Artists Guild Events - Parker

Location: 19650 Mainstreet (Schoolhouse Gallery); Mainstreet/Parker Road (O'brien Park)
Why Go There? Art exhibits in Schoolhouse Gallery; events include monthly evening paint-a-wine-glass wine walks, Art in the Park show in O'Brien Park; rotating art in locations around town (August, see separate listing)
More Information: 2020 Calendar + Art in the Park


 

Parker Arts Pace Center Gallery - Parker

Monday-Friday 12:00pm-5:00pm
Location: 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue
Why Go There? Two professionally curated galleries feature local, regional, and national artist works, variety of media; changing exhibits; public art sculptures (photos, locations on website)
More Information: Exhibits + Public Art


 

Cherokee Ranch & Castle - Sedalia

Location: 6113 North Daniels Park Road
Why Go There? Built in 1929 of locally sourced rhyolite, petrified wood, Scottish style castle private property houses collection of world-class art, antiques, rare books; schedules guided tours; hosts concerts, other cultural events, Mother's Day Teas; offers guided hikes on 3400 acre property, provides habitat for native wildlife, flora and fauna.
More Information: Cherokee Ranch

 

 

Additional Resources

Arvada Ceramic Arts Guild - Arvada
Spring show (May), holiday shows, "seconds" sale (September); gallery open by appointment; 5870 Olde Wadsworth Boulevard

5280 Artist Coop - Aurora
Collaboration of poets, theater,  visual artists; 1400 Dallas Street

Public Art Guide - Aurora
Downloadable map for art in public places

Public Art Guide - Boulder County
Downloadable map for art in public places

Naropa University - Boulder
Campus galleries showcase professional artist works

Main Street Creatives - Brighton
Studios and gallery events

Sculptures on Loan Project - Brighton
Carmichael Park Sculptures

Broomfield Art Guild - Broomfield
Exhibits, shows, events

Castle Rock Artists Cooperative - Castle Rock
Events

Public Art Guide - Castle Rock
Map for art in public places

East Colfax Avenue - Denver
Public art

Public Art Guide - Denver
Map for art in public places

Denver Public Art - Denver
Self-guided public art tours

Colorado Arts & Crafts Society - Denver Area
Volunteer organization dedicated to the study of the Arts and Crafts Movement in Colorado (1895-1920); events include annual one day gathering (October)

Art-n-Transit - Denver
Public art along bus, light rail lines includes mosaics, murals, sculptures

Art Districts - Denver
Seven art districts monthly/seasonal art walks

Arts Week - Denver
November arts week: galleries, museums, theater

Regis University O'Sullivan Art Gallery - Denver
Showcases student, regional, national artist works; 3333 Regis Boulevard

Side Stories - Denver
Eight night walkable art experience features  cinematic works projected on RiNo buildings (March)

Rocky Mountain Weavers Guild - Englewood
Annual Fiber Arts Sale; 1000 Englewood Parkway, Englewood Civic Center (October)

Highlands Ranch Mansion and Historic Park - Highlands Ranch
Self-guided/guided tours, grounds walks; 9950 East Gateway Drive

Highland Ranch Cultural Affairs Association - Highland Ranch
Public art

Garden Tour - Lafayette
Annual tour of gardens in old town (June)

Colfax ArtFest - Lakewood
Annual one day Colfax ArtFest focus on mural, public art , music, food; 6575 West Colfax Lamar Station Plaza (August)

Artwork Across Longmont - Longmont
Art in public places list/photos

ArtWalk - Longmont
Twice yearly ArtWalk downtown day long celebration of art, music, food (May, September)

Second Fridays - Longmont
Themes, interactive map

Lyons Arts Humanities Commission - Lyons
heArts of Lyons outdoor arts collection

Northglenn Arts & Humanities Foundation - Northglenn
Sponsored Art on Parade temporary pieces; commissioned permanent public art works;  around Webster Lake at EB Rains Jr. Memorial Park

Art Collection from Arts Thorton - Thornton
Public art on-line gallery

Public Art Guide - Westminster
Map for art in public places