Don't Buy Ivory Poster Focuses on Illegal Ivory Trade
Note: This blog was originally published for the exhibition Drawn to Action. Since Don't Buy Ivory is on view again in Stampede: Animals in Art, we are republishing it.
Note: This blog was originally published for the exhibition Drawn to Action. Since Don't Buy Ivory is on view again in Stampede: Animals in Art, we are republishing it.
It’s the Denver Art Museum's 2017 Untitled Final Fridays season finale and our last Untitled before the North Building begins its transformation. We’re celebrating the opening of Her Paris: Women Artists in the Age of Impressionism with a focus on those who question the rules, while exploring art in action, and the changing landscape of our museum home. (Note: Her Paris requires a special exhibition ticket.)
Take a tour with a queen
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
Produced with local creatives, Untitled Final Fridays is the museum's monthly late night program featuring workshops, performances, and tours with a twist. Experience the museum in an entirely different way—every time.
Join us for Untitled: Stories on Friday, September 29 from 6-10 pm (included with general admission). Tell your tales in a night dedicated to powerful voices and new constructions.
Chulita Vinyl Club performances
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
Join us at the Denver Art Museum for Untitled: Action!, a fun evening of tours, artist talks, artmaking, performances, and more.
Get active: Tour the museum and get a workout at the same time. This active tour will be led by Frankie Cole of Cole Fusion Fitness.
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
The Denver Art Museum's Untitled: True Grit will be an evening inspired by the characters, action, and adventure of The Western: An Epic in Art and Film. (Please note: Untitled Final Friday activities and performances are included with general admission. The Western requires an additional ticket.)
Enjoy Demos & Talks with Native Artists
The DAM is amongst a small group of museums that have such a captivating card catalog.
Spring is in full swing and there’s hardly time to talk, but let’s slow down for a minute and chat about Untitled: Talk Back, happening April 28 at the Denver Art Museum.