This fall and winter, the Denver Art Museum is offering visitors a little taste of Paris. See Her Paris: Women Artists in the Age of Impressionism and enjoy a special beverage in the Callahan Café. There's even a non-coffee drink for the kids. Check out the menu below for Her Paris-themed drinks. We also have regular coffee, tea, and espresso drinks, prepared sandwiches and salads, and desserts.
Don't miss these exhibitions at the Denver Art Museum that are closing this fall:
Mi Tierra: Contemporary Artists Explore Place through October 22
In honor of the exhibition Ganesha: The Playful Protector, Mayor Michael Hancock declared October 7, 2017, Ganesha Day in Denver. The entire community is invited to enjoy free general admission to the Denver Art Museum and see Ganesha on October 7. Below is the official proclamation:
WHEREAS, Denver recognizes the value of inspiring creativity and critical thinking in children and all residents; and
Artists have used varnishes to coat their paintings since the 1400s—some claim as early as the eleventh century. Varnishes serve to saturate the paint colors, provide some degree of protection for the paint surface, and to impart an even surface sheen. Some artists have used varnishes as an aesthetic medium, mixing resins into wet paint to create rich translucency or selectively applying them to juxtapose areas of matte and gloss.
Conservation & Varnish
As these summer days continue to reach peak levels of heat, a great alternative to sweating under the sun is visiting the air-conditioned galleries of the Denver Art Museum. In August, four don’t-miss exhibitions are closing, so now is the perfect time to escape the heat and catch the following inspiring, thought-provoking art installations.
Abstract Expressionism from the Denver Art Museum – On view through Aug. 6, Hamilton Building – Level 3
For a painting that is over 300 years old, The Virgin of Valvanera is in remarkably good condition. One would fully expect that a painting of this age has undergone several attempts at restoration (by both skilled and amateur hands). Contrary to what is usually the case, this painting has not incurred major structural damage in the form of tears or losses, has never been lined (i.e. attached to a secondary canvas or solid support material), and has not been severely over-cleaned or extensively repainted.
According to recent studies, people value experiences more than things. Dads say they’d rather spend time with their kids than get another tie for Father’s Day.
If dad is an art lover, a trip to the Denver Art Museum for Father’s Day is a no-brainer.
With the Juneteenth Music Festival (June 17) and the Colorado Black Arts Festival (July 7-9), this summer the Denver metro area will be celebrating black history, culture, and art. Here at the DAM through July 16, we’re showcasing Mark Bradford, one of the stars of the contemporary art world, in Shade: Clyfford Still/Mark Bradford.
About the Artist
As part of the research for the conservation treatment of the painting The Virgin of Valvanera, attributed to Cristóbal de Villalpando, a team from the Denver Art Museum traveled to Mexico City in March, 2017. There, the team was fortunate to visit several sites and meet with specialists on Mexican painting of the baroque period.
Fiber, paper mache, painting, ceramics, mixed media, and fashion are all represented in this year’s Citywide Elementary Arts Showcase at the Denver Art Museum. The artworks by these Denver Public School students highlight the creative and expressive nature of their art education. Many of the teachers were here to help install the showcase to highlight the imagination and craftsmanship of their students. Their love for what they do and pride in their students’ work was clear in our conversations.
“Easter eggs” are inside jokes or references for fans added to movies. (Learn about some famous Star Wars references in other films.)
In that spirit of fun, guests at the Denver Art Museum don’t have to wait till Easter to hunt for "Easter eggs" in the exhibition Star Wars™ and the Power of Costume. (Get tickets. Time slots are selling out quickly.) We have hidden several inside jokes and authentic props from the Star Wars films throughout the exhibition. Try to find (in order of appearance):
Art conservation is a field that encompasses a breadth of expertise. As we roll up our sleeves in anticipation of improvements and potential discoveries, a plan that will provide optimum preservation is essential.