Life is more colorful with SCFD
We fund culture
Seven counties. 300 organizations. One mission: To make sure you have amazing experiences. Let us introduce you to our funded partners.
Performing Arts
Colorado Symphony
Mission Statement
To create extraordinary musical experiences that transport today's listener, from the best of the past to the edge of the future.
1 of 321 organizations funded by SCFD
Visual Arts
Denver Architecture Foundation
Mission Statement
To inspire people to explore our dynamic city, experience the importance of design to our quality of life and envision an exceptional future for Denver.
1 of 321 organizations funded by SCFD
Visual Arts
Art Students League of Denver
Mission Statement
The Art Students League of Denver provides an inclusive art community where professional artists guide individuals of all abilities to reach their highest potential. Our core values include: Community, Inclusiveness, Learning and Artistic Self-Expression.
1 of 321 organizations funded by SCFD
Visual Arts
Colorado Photographic Arts Center
Mission Statement
To foster the understanding and appreciation of excellent photography in all forms and concepts through exhibitions, education and community outreach.
1 of 321 organizations funded by SCFD
Cultural History
Denver Museum of Miniatures, Dolls and Toys
Mission Statement
To provide educational and cultural services to the greater Rocky Mountain region through the preservation, exhibition, collection and interpretation of the visual arts using miniatures, dolls and toys.
1 of 321 organizations funded by SCFD
Natural Sciences
Bluff Lake Nature Center
Mission Statement
Bluff Lake Nature Center is a unique urban natural area dedicated to educating and inspiring people of all ages to respect, protect, and connect with our natural world.
1 of 321 organizations funded by SCFD
Cultural History
Roshni
Mission Statement
Every citizen in the district deserves access to Art and Artistic activities. Every child has the potential to become an Artist, given the right support and access. Every adult can reach their higher potential given the right environment.
1 of 321 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
Danse Etoile Ballet
Mission Statement
To produce quality artistic performances, programs, and instruction which will foster access to and appreciation of dance and theater for new audiences. To build self-esteem through hard work, learning self-discipline, responsibility and commitment and the value of working as part of a larger community. To make ballet accessible to people of all ages.
1 of 321 organizations funded by SCFD
Cultural History
Warm Cookies of the Revolution
Mission Statement
To engage community members in crucial civic issues by creating innovative and fun arts and cultural programs.
1 of 321 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
Turning the Wheel
Mission Statement
Turning the Wheel Productions is a national nonprofit arts and education organization dedicated to making body-based creative expression and play accessible to individuals of all ages, experiences, genders, and cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. We are committed to being a contributing force in fostering vibrant, healthy communities nationwide.
1 of 321 organizations funded by SCFD
Free Days Are Back
Enjoy in-person and virtual programming from the cultural community. Please always check with organizations prior to attending as dates and times are subject to change.
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Four Mile Historic Park
Free Fridays at Four Mile
The Art Garage
Open Studio: Need space to work on your art? Join our monthly open studio available at a pay-what-you-can donation to The Art Garage! This is a chance to bring your own work and materials, engage in a focused environment surrounded by other local artists, work at your own pace, and give and get creative feedback from peers. *Please read our Code of Conduct and reach out to The Art Garage staff at 303-377-2353 or info@artgaragedenver.com to inquire about bringing special materials such as oil paints, ceramics, and encaustics.
Roshni
Open Mic & Mingle: Open Mic & Mingle is our ongoing effort to bring together Community, Art and Artists of all genres and disciplines. It takes place every 4th Friday of the month at House of Friendship on 9641 E 16th Ave, Aurora.
Brightonmusic Choir and Orchestra Inc.
Homespun Local Composers Orchestra, Choir, Jazz Concert
Buntport Theater Company
"Eyes Up, Mouth Agape" - November 1-23, Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30; Sundays at 2pm; Monday, Nov 11 at 7:30 - Industry Night supporting Denver Actor's Fund
Denver Zoo
Denver Zoo Free Days: Denver Zoo is offering seven (7) Community Free Days throughout 2024 for anyone in our community. To provide the best experience for all of our guests, we are offering a limited number of tickets for each Free Day. These tickets are now available on a first-come, first served basis. Anyone who wants to attend a Free Day must register online once tickets are released according to the dates below.
City of Lafayette Arts & Cultural Resources Department
Closing Reception for Día de los Muertos Exhibit
Clyfford Still Museum
SCFD Free Day: In appreciation of the citizens who support the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD), and in the spirit of community engagement, the Clyfford Still Museum offers free admission on select days throughout the year. Online registration for free tickets will be open one week before each SCFD Free Day. In addition to SCFD Free Days, the Clyfford Still Museum will offer eight Pay-What-You-Wish Days in 2024.
Clyfford Still Museum
SCFD Free Day & Night at the Museums: Please join us for Night at the Museums, an annual Denver Arts Week event. Every year multiple museums around the city of Denver stay open late, from 5:00 - 10:00 pm. Visit Denver organizes free shuttle service between participating museums. Enjoy our current exhibition and create art in our Making Space. This event is free to attend and happens on a SCFD Free Day.
Wonder looks good on you
Culture creates vibrancy for us individually and collectively. It gives our kids a unique perspective and understanding of the world. It inspires all of us to get off the couch, discover the radical and the beautiful, and stretches our capacity to be transformed. Through our diverse, local culture, we come together, we come to new ideas, we come to our senses.
Going the Distance with India Wood
Over the course of 10 days in May, local naturalist and writer, India Wood, embarked on a diagonal hike across the Denver metro region. She had already hiked the first…
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Embracing Everything with Colorado MahlerFest
Following in the Footsteps of Dr. Martin Lockley at Dinosaur Ridge
