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Paris to Hollywood at the Denver Art Museum
These days, our lives could use a little more glamour. Find all the glamour of the golden age of Hollywood at Denver Art Museums’ newest exhibit, Paris to Hollywood: The Fashion and Influence of Veronique and Gregory Peck. The collection
Valentine’s Day To-Go
If you are planning on celebrating this Valentine’s Day at home, there’s still time to make it extra special! By far the greatest upside of an at-home Valentine’s celebration is the wealth of amazing local businesses making it easy to
Crush Walls 2020
2020 might be the year that everything was canceled but art is not canceled! Especially outdoor art! This year’s CRUSH (Creative Rituals Under Social Harmony) will be the 11th year that artists take over RiNo and the surrounding area with
Summer 2020 Farmer’s Markets
It’s might be possible that there are even MORE farmer’s markets in the Denver area this summer! With many expanding their options to include meal kits and cocktails as well as delivery options, now is a better time than ever
Popping Up in Denver
The current state of the world has opened up new opportunities for entrepreneurial chefs and existing restaurants to rev up what takeout can look like. Each of these is chef-driven, but mostly driven by the love of food and some
Get Outside!
Summer is basically in full swing so it’s time to bask in the great Colorado weather we brag to our midwestern friends about! Just remember to give your fellow outdoors people plenty of space whether you are on the trail
Plains Conservation Center
Visiting the Plains Conservation Center in Aurora offers a glimpse of pioneer life on the Colorado high plains. These 1,100 acres, at 21901 E. Hampden Avenue, have been preserved, with a mission of educating people about the natural wonder of
Fieldwork at the Denver Museum of Contemporary Art
Tara Donovan’s Fieldwork exhibit is something to be seen. This exhibit, which runs through January 27, 2019, is a full museum takeover of the Denver Museum of Contemporary Art. Donovan’s art, which includes sculptures, drawings, works on paper and site-specific
Same Cafe
Coconut Red Lentil and Thai Yellow Curry soup. Greek Quinoa and Feta Salad. Kohlrabi, Garlic Scape Pesto and Irish Cheddar Pizza. Made from scratch and mostly organic. This was my lunch last week at the SAME Café at 2023 E.
National Ballpark Museum
Does it surprise you to learn that Denver is home to the National Ballpark Museum, which is recognized by the Smithsonian as “one of the top 21 finest private baseball collections in the world”? This small, quirky museum is located
Crush Walls 2018
2018 will be a defining year for Colorado’s largest independent graffiti and street art project: CRUSH (Creative Rituals Under Social Harmony). After a 2017 Meow Wolf sponsorship and officially partnering with the RiNo Art District, CRUSH will be expanded to a
Denver’s New Block
Many Denver residents have been eagerly awaiting the opening of Dairy Block at 1800 Wazee Street. Windsor Dairy used to be housed here in a 1918 old red brick building. It’s now part of what is known as an
The New Kirkland Museum
Sometimes referred to as a “jewel box”, the newly constructed Kirkland Museum of Fine Art should be on everyone’s list to visit. Vance Kirkland, possibly one of Colorado’s most important 20th century artists, worked out of his 150 year old
Colorado Freedom Memorial
Have you visited the Colorado Freedom Memorial yet? This memorial is located near Buckley Air Force Base in Aurora. Dedicated in 2013, it honors Colorado veterans of all wars who were killed or are missing in action. There are over
Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge
Did you know that we live right next door to one of the largest urban refuges in the entire country? Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge, located just northeast of Denver, covers 15,000 acres and is managed by the US
Degas: A Passion for Perfection
Denverites have a rare opportunity to view over 100 works created by French artist Edgar Degas during the period from 1855-1906. The Denver Art Museum is the only American venue for this exhibit, which runs through May 20. Advance ticket
A Historic Experience in the Heart of the City
History Colorado Center, located at 1200 Broadway, features interactive exhibits which allow visitors to experience the history and stories of our state. It’s a space that promotes engagement, learning and reflection. Children will enjoy stepping on skis and experiencing a
Denver’s Antique Row
Native Denverites will remember the venerable businesses that were located in wonderful old buildings on South Broadway. Ford Motor Company, The Gates Rubber Company, and Bredan Creamery are some that come to mind. Some of these historic buildings remain, and
Ai Weiwei’s “Circle of Animals/Zodiac Heads” in Civic Center Park
Denver’s Civic Center Park is currently hosting Chinese artist Ai Weiwei’s touring sculpture exhibit entitled Circle of Animals/Zodiac Heads. Residents of our city will be able to enjoy this exhibit for an entire year until October of 2018, an unusually
Take a walk through Hudson Gardens
There are many scenic areas of natural beauty in the Denver area. One of these is Hudson Gardens, located in Littleton, at 6115 South Santa Fe Drive. Hudson Gardens is free and open year round, and is a tranquil 30 acre site
Riverside Cemetery, an integral party of Denver’s history
A visit to Denver’s Riverside Cemetery is a walk through Colorado history. Established in 1876, the cemetery is Denver’s oldest operating cemetery, and was designated as a National Historic District in 1994. Located between Brighton Boulevard and the South Platte
SLOAN’S LAKE PARK, A PARK WITH A VIEW
Sloan’s Lake Park in west Denver is the city’s second largest park, and it’s a beauty! Spanning 177 acres, it’s a bit of an urban oasis. In addition to water sports such as fishing, boating, kayaking, and stand-up paddle boarding,
Calder: Monumental at the Denver Botanic Gardens
“Calder: Monumental” is this summer’s special exhibit at the Denver Botanic Gardens. Visiting the Botanic Gardens is always delightful, but this exhibit offers a unique chance to view many of Calder’s large sculptures in one place. It’s a special treat
Summer Fun: Farmers’ Markets in Denver
Summertime in Colorado means the reappearance of farmers’ markets, with streets and sidewalks filled with walkers, bicyclists, and dogs on leashes, stalls with Colorado grown produce and buckets filled with seasonal flowers. Farmers’ markets provide the perfect opportunity for people
Mi Tierra: Contemporary Artists Explore Place
The Denver Art Museum is currently hosting Mi Tierra, an exhibit by 13 Latino artists, showcasing their visions of contemporary life as Mexican-American artists in the American West. It explores themes such as migration, cultures, the mix of different countries, experiences