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
Boulder Bach Festival
Mission Statement
The mission of the Boulder Bach Festival is to celebrate the music of Johann Sebastian Bach by providing high quality musical performances and educational opportunities that will not only satisfy those who already love Bach's music, but will also introduce Bach's music to others.Learn More
1 of 323 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
Central City Opera
Mission Statement
To present innovative opera productions spanning all genres that meet the highest artistic standards, prepare young singers for professional careers through the artists training program, provide performances and arts experiences that inspire audiences of all ages through the Education & Community Engagement Activities, and preserve and improve historic properties owned by the Company.Learn More
1 of 323 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
Boulder MUSE
Mission Statement
Boulder MUSE is a free music education program designed for under-resourced K-8 students in Boulder County. Our fundamental philosophy is that all children should be able to study music regardless of their financial circumstances.Learn More
1 of 323 organizations funded by SCFD
Visual Arts
40 West Arts
Mission Statement
The 40 West Arts mission is to enrich the community and enhance the creative, cultural, and economic vitality of the historic West Colfax corridor by creating community arts spaces and community arts events and by supporting creative enterprises, experiences, and activities in the district.Learn More
1 of 323 organizations funded by SCFD
Cultural History
Colorado Music Hall of Fame
Mission Statement
To celebrate our state’s music heritage and inspire the future of Colorado music through our museum, educational programming, induction concerts and events.Learn More
1 of 323 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
Golden Chamber Choir
Mission Statement
To be a musical resource for the Golden community. To provide high-quality musical performances which enrich and entertain the community. To provide voice training and choral experience for singers of all levels.Learn More
1 of 323 organizations funded by SCFD
Cultural History
Denver March Powwow
Mission Statement
To organize and stage the annual Denver March Powwow and to do all actions reasonably necessary and conveniently related to the staging of such powwow; and to preserve and protect the traditional performing arts of American Indian people.Learn More
1 of 323 organizations funded by SCFD
Cultural History
Tango Colorado
Mission Statement
To provide a forum where people can meet regularly to learn, practice, perform and enjoy Argentine Tango dance, music and culture.Learn More
1 of 323 organizations funded by SCFD
Cultural History
Louisville History Museum
Mission Statement
Be a Part of the Story! Connect and share in the heart of Louisville.Learn More
1 of 323 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
Thornton Community Chorus
Mission Statement
To provide local, affordable and diverse vocal music offerings for the community and enhance the overall program of arts and culture with the City of Thornton and the surrounding communities. To provide a venue for a local community based group of talented volunteer performers who want to give back to the community through concerts of choral music.Learn More
1 of 323 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.
Discipline
Location
(date format: mm/dd/yyyy)
Feb 2020
| Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ||||||
| 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 |
| 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 |
| 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 |
| 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 29 |
| 30 | 31 |
(date format: mm/dd/yyyy)
Feb 2020
| Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ||||||
| 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 |
| 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 |
| 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 |
| 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 29 |
| 30 | 31 |
The Urban Farm
Fiber Fest
Denver Center for the Performing Arts
Shakespeare in the Parking Lot: See Shakespeare in the Parking Lot's Romeo and Juliet at Blair-Caldwell African American Research Library 2401 Welton St, Denver, CO 80205
St. Martin’s Chamber Choir
Columbine Memorial Concert
Denver Botanic Gardens
Denver Botanic Gardens Free Days (York Street and Chatfield Farms): Free Days occur throughout the year, thanks to funding from the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD). This event will sell out; please get your tickets in advance. No onsite tickets available for sold out days. Free Days are for regular Gardens hours only and do not include ticketed events. Tickets will be available three months at a time (on a rolling basis) and the tickets will be released on the 1st of the month.
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. *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.
Denver Museum of Nature & Science
SCFD Free Day - Satisfy your science curiosity during our SCFD Free Days and Free Nights. No need to reserve your ticket ahead of time online. Walk up anytime during Free Days or Free Nights and gain access to the Wildlife Halls or our permanent exhibitions. A separate ticket is required if you'd like to visit the planetarium or the brand-new Infinity Theater.
Clyfford Still Museum
Día del Niño Celebration Program: Join the Clyfford Still Museum for a city-wide celebration of children worldwide during Día del Niño (Day of the Child) from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, April 28, 2024. Stop by the Museum’s outdoor forecourt to participate in an art-making session with a Denver-based artist. Enjoy child-friendly dance performances by local groups on the forecourt. This activity is free, and no registration is required. This event will be 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.
Following in the Footsteps of Dr. Martin Lockley at Dinosaur Ridge
Dinosaur Ridge, the world-renowned dinosaur track site just 30 minutes from Denver, provides a pathway straight to a local legacy. Since it opened in 1989, visitors have been able to…
Read More
The Power of a Story
The Local Vocals of ASCENT: A Boulder Soundwalk
