Ignite!Nite pairs interesting ideas with interesting people in a new after-hours experience. Bring a friend and join us for a unique exploration of History Colorado’s stories including our newest exhibition, Backstory. Unlock your inner history geek with a blend of live music, theater performances, conversation, artist and cooking demonstrations, DIY crafts and exhibition tours. Toss in a cash.... Read More

Different than calligraphy or penmanship, lettering is the art of drawing letterforms to illustrate a quote, word or concept. In this class you will learn the basics of layout, explore various letter styles and techniques and walk away with your own hand-lettered quote—a perfect gift for Mother’s Day! Ideal for adults. More info: Basic Hand Lettering.... Read More

Follow the footsteps of early Viking explorers and settlers from the comfort of a Gates Planetarium seat. We often think the Vikings misnamed Greenland and Iceland, but did they? Discover how changes in geology and climate influenced the destiny of these early voyagers with Museum geologist Bob Raynolds and curator of space scientist Ka Chun.... Read More

Bee cool and come make seed bombs with us. In this down and dirty DIY project, we'll learn all about how spreading bee friendly seeds and plants helps bees thrive. We'll mix up seeds, compost, and clay to form simple balls. Then just toss (with permission), water, and grow! More info: Seed Bombs for Mother's Day.... Read More

From the bland diets of Europeans in the early 16th century to the myriad of culinary flavors available today, spices have had a huge impact in the world. Join Active Minds as we trace the rise of spices from colonialism and the spice trade to the hundreds of varieties that are commonly stocked in nearby.... Read More

Free admission to the Gardens and a bonanza of plants for your garden! Fifteen plant divisions feature quality flora, and are staffed by experts who can answer your plant questions and offer excellent advice. This year's divisions are Aquatics, Annuals, Container Planting, Fruits/Berries/Veggies, Grown at the Gardens, Hanging Baskets, Herbs, Houseplants, Mixed Succulents, Perennials, Plant Select®,.... Read More

This season, the Clyfford Still Museum is delighted to partner with Alamo Drafthouse to present films that relate to both the exhibitions on view at the Museum and the wider art world. At every screening, you’ll enjoy more than 30 beers on tap; a full selection of wines and handcrafted cocktails; and a multicourse menu.... Read More

Dean Sobel, director, Clyfford Still Museum Rebecca Hart, curator of modern and contemporary art, Denver Art Museum This informal conversation will delve into the issues presented in the exhibition Shade: Clyfford Still/Mark Bradford. Abstract expressionism, which some consider an outmoded, near-classical movement from another century, has relevance for Mark Bradford in today’s art world. Hart and Sobel.... Read More

Join Rebecca Hart, curator of modern and contemporary art, Denver Art Museum, and Dean Sobel, director, Clyfford Still Museum, for an informal conversation that will delve into the issues presented in the two-venue exhibition Shade: Clyfford Still/Mark Bradford. Abstract Expressionism, considered by some to be an outmoded, near-classical movement from another century, has considerable relevance.... Read More