We look forward to seeing you at Amoako Boafo: Soul of Black Folks. We hope this guide helps you plan an enjoyable visit to the museum.
Tickets go on sale to the public on September 7. Members enjoy early access to tickets and the opportunity to see the show before the public at the Member Preview. Not a member? Join today.
Where to go first?
This exhibition is in the Hamilton Building on level 1. It may be most convenient to enter via the Hamilton Building (on the south side of 13th Avenue). You also can enter through the Sie Welcome Center. A bridge over 13th Avenue connects the buildings. Please bring your ticket (or have it displayed on your smartphone) to level 2 where the entrance to the exhibition is. Staff will get you checked in at the entry time noted on your ticket, and give you a sticker for the exhibition.
Access
Wheelchairs, strollers, scooters, canes, and walkers are welcome in the museum. Wheelchairs and strollers may be borrowed for your visit by presenting an ID at one of the visitor services desks. Gallery stools are available on each level of the museum.
An online access guide is available, so you can use your phone to take a closer look at the artworks and corresponding wall text. Look for a QR code inside the exhibition to load the guide onto your phone.
COVID-19 Safety
Face coverings are encouraged inside the museum. Automatic hand-sanitizing stations can be found on every floor. Gallery stools are cleaned between each use. Learn more about COVID-19 safety protocols.
Directions & Parking
The museum is located at 100 W. 14th Avenue Pkwy. See directions. Find us on Google Maps. The most convenient place to park is the Cultural Center Complex Garage at 12th Ave and Broadway. (The DAM does not own or operate this garage.) Instructions for using their payment kiosk or PaybyPhone app.
Dress
Please dress comfortably and in layers to adapt to the changing weather and the different temperatures in the museum.
Food & Drink
We offer two dining options in the Sie Welcome Center. Every day, The Ponti restaurant is open 11 am-4 pm for lunch, and offers brunch in addition to lunch on Saturdays and Sundays 11 am-4 pm. On Tuesdays, it is open for dinner from 5-9 pm. Make reservations.
Visit Café Gio for quick-service, casual dining options. The café is located across the hall from The Ponti on level one of the welcome center.
Group Tours
We would love for your group to visit! If you're visiting with a party of 10 or more, you're eligible for a special rate. If you'd like to schedule a guided tour of the exhibition (minimum of 10, maximum of 40) please make this request at least two weeks in advance.Please request a guided group tour of the exhibition (minimum of 10, maximum of 40) at least two weeks in advance. To make reservations and schedule your group tour, contact group services at 720-913-0088 Monday-Friday between the hours of 10 am and 5 pm or email groupsales@denverartmuseum.org.
Lockers
Large bags are not allowed in the galleries. Lockers are available in the Hamilton Building and the Martin Building.
Photography
Feel free to take pictures and video for personal use. Please be considerate of other visitors around you. To protect the artwork, please don’t use your flash. Selfie sticks, tripods, monopods, or similar equipment is not allowed. If you share online, use #SoulofBlackFolks.
Questions?
Our Plan Your Visit page has more information. If you have any questions, feel free to ask in advance by calling 720-913-0130. While you're at the museum, staff at the visitor services desks and anyone wearing a rainbow lanyard will be happy to answer any questions.
Tickets
Tickets are now on sale. Your ticket allows you access to the entire museum, including the Landscape Studio. See what is else is on view. Quieter times to visit include Tuesday evenings when the museum is open until 9 pm and weekday afternoons.
