Turkey

Central Library 10 W 14th Ave, Denver, CO, United States

Emerging from World War I as a shrunken version of the Ottoman Empire, Turkey plays a pivotal role in the world. It was a strong U.S. ally during the Cold War and is now one of the world's largest Muslim democracies. We’ll explore Turkey's past and current challenges, including its struggles with its Kurdish minority.... Read More

Bug Bites with the Butterfly Pavilion

Sam Gary Library 2961 Roslyn St, Denver, CO, United States

Bugs for dinner?! This program reveals how common bug-eating really is in our lives and in other cultures around the world. Journey with us as we travel across the globe, meet live animals, and – if you dare – even taste-test a bug! Bone(less) appétit! Ideal for ages 3 and up. More info: Bug Bites with.... Read More

Needle Felted Apples

Athmar Library 1055 S. Tejon, Denver, CO, United States

Needle felting was 3-D printing before it was cool. Get hands-on with beautifully dyed wool roving and layer and blend to create a handsome apple still-life. More info: Needle Felted Apples

Free Night at the Museums

Denver's best museums are open late and admission is FREE between 5 and 10 p.m. FREE shuttles that make it easy to explore all evening!* More info: https://www.denver.org/denver-arts-week/programs/free-night-at-the-museums/ Shuttle Map BLACK AMERICAN WEST MUSEUM Watch African-American history come alive through re-enactments, videos and the stories told throughout this museum in Historic Five Points. BYERS-EVANS HOUSE MUSEUM.... 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

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

Free Tours of the American Museum of Western Art

American Museum of Western Art 1727 Tremont Place, Denver, CO, United States

It is the mission of the American Museum of Western Art to promote the public’s understanding and appreciation of art depicting the American West from the early 1800s through the present day. The art presented is intended to give the public a better understanding and appreciation of the character, history, and beauty of the American.... Read More

Unwrapping the Secrets of the Mummies

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

For years, the Egyptian Mummies gallery has displayed two female mummies, described as the “Rich Mummy” and the “Poor Mummy.” In 2016, a team of Egyptologists from around the country banded together to find out how today’s leading technologies could shed more light on the lives of these two women. Michele Koons, curator of archaeology, led the research, which included radiocarbon dating,.... Read More

Event Series Raconteur Denver

Raconteur Denver

Voted 2017's best new storytelling event by Denver Westword, Raconteur Denver combines the joy of exploring new locations, meeting new people and hearing stories from Denver's vast communities. Organizers choose three phenomenal storytellers to get the night moving and then audience members are invited to share short stories of their own. More info: http://raconteurdenver.com TALES OF THE.... Read More