Black Faces, White Spaces: A Conversation with Carolyn Finney

Denver Museum of Nature and Science 2001 Colorado Blvd., Denver, CO, United States

In the compelling debut book Black Faces, White Spaces, Carolyn Finney explores why African Americans are so underrepresented when it comes to interest in nature, outdoor recreation, and environmentalism. Finney argues that the legacies of slavery, Jim Crow, and racial violence have shaped cultural understandings of the “great outdoors” and determined who should and can have.... Read More

Behind the Science: Explore the Natural History Collections

Denver Botanic Gardens 1007 York Street, Denver, CO, United States

On select Fridays, 1-1:30 pm, Denver Botanic Gardens docents will be leading a drop-in tour, “Behind the Science: Explore the Natural History Collections.” The next tours are May 5 and May 19. Tours are included with Gardens admission and no reservations are needed. All ages welcome but tours are most appropriate for ages 8+. Group.... Read More

SCFD Free Day: Denver Museum of Miniatures, Dolls & Toys

Denver Museum of Miniatures, Dolls and Toys 1880 Gaylord St., Denver, CO, United States

On the first Sunday of each month from 1:00 to 4:00 the Denver Museum of Miniatures, Dolls & Toys hosts a Community Day.  On these days admission fees are waived.  Instead, we ask that visitors just make a donation if they are able.  Our suggested donation is $1 per person.  Community Days are made possible by the citizens who.... Read More

Cockpit Demo Day

Wings Over the Rockies 7711 East Academy Boulevard , Denver, CO, United States

Kids of all ages can climb aboard select Wings aircraft and get a pilot’s perspective of the instruments and controls. They can set their imagination free as they soar through the billowing clouds and navigate the sky in these historic aircraft. More info: http://wingsmuseum.org/event/cockpit-demo-day-7/

Event Series SCFD Free Day: Denver Art Museum

SCFD Free Day: Denver Art Museum

Denver Art Museum 100 W 14th Ave Pkwy, Denver, United States

Thanks to the Scientific Cultural Facilities District (SCFD) and the citizens who support it, residents of the SCFD district can enjoy free admission at the Denver Art Museum every first Saturday of the month! About the Denver Art Museum: http://denverartmuseum.org About SCFD: Since 1989, Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD) has distributed funds from a 1/10 of.... Read More

Event Series Penny Saturday at MCA

Penny Saturday at MCA

Museum of Contemporary Art 1485 Delgany St, denver, CO, United States

On the first Saturday of each month, Colorado residents can visit the Museum of Contemporary Art for only 1 cent! Go see some beautiful and thought-provoking contemporary art and then enjoy a beverage (coffee, sodas, beer, wine and cocktails) at the MCA's spectacular rooftop cafe. The rooftop features indoor and outdoor spaces with  lovely views of downtown..... Read More

Artifacts Speak Lecture Series: Leaving Earth

Wings Over the Rockies 7711 East Academy Boulevard , Denver, CO, United States

What does it take to leave Earth? Come learn about the concepts of defeating Earth’s gravity and launching into Space as presented by former Lockheed Martin engineer, Mr. Stephen Kelly at the Wings Over the Rockies Museum. This talk will begin with the scientists and innovators who contributed to the technical abilities required for space flight,.... Read More

Event Series Mile High Soul Club

Mile High Soul Club

Syntax: Physic Opera 554 S. Broadway, Denver, CO, United States

Denver's monthly fill of vintage Northern Soul, Rhythm & Blues, Popcorn, Funk, and rarities from the late '50s to the early '70s. DJs Tyler Jacobson, Dogboy, Steve Cervantes, and Jason Heller spin vinyl 45's all night long. Join the Mile High Soul Club every first Saturday at Syntax (554 S. Broadway). Doors at 8 PM •.... Read More

Siren Song: A Pirate’s Odyssey

Buntport Theater 717 Lipan Street, Denver, CO, United States

A comedy series for all pirates and their parents- bringing you new high seas hijinks each Second Saturday Oct.-May! Inspired by Homer’s Odyssey, an audience-suggested song launches each play-full voyage. Two show times: 1p - 2p and 3p - 4p More info and tickets: http://buntport.com/2016/08/siren-song/

The Evolving Urban Fabric of Denver’s River North District

History Colorado Center 1200 Broadway, Denver, United States

History Colorado hosts graduate students from the University of Colorado Denver’s College of Architecture and Planning as they reveal how the urban fabric of Denver’s booming River North (RiNo) district has evolved from its 19th century industrial roots to a 21st century mixed-use arts district. The students will share the environmental, cultural and economic forces.... Read More