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We fund culture

Seven counties. 300 organizations. One mission: To make sure you have amazing experiences. Let us introduce you to our funded partners.

A woman in costume singing for Dia de los Muertos
Cultural History

Centro Cultural Mexicano (Mexican Cultural Center)

Mission Statement

To increase awareness of Mexico's splendid traditions of travel, cuisine, art, music and handcrafts among the audiences of Colorado.
1 of 321 organizations funded by SCFD
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Cultural History

Colorado Railroad Museum

Mission Statement

The mission of the Colorado Railroad Museum is to preserve and convey the rich history of railroading in the Rocky Mountain region through acquisition, research, exhibition, and education.
1 of 321 organizations funded by SCFD
St. Andrew's Society logo
Cultural History

St. Andrew Society of Colorado

Mission Statement

To advance Celtic and Scottish history, culture, traditions, education, sports & music and provide an organizational structure for all persons with an interest in Scotland the opportunity to pursue their interest in the shared history, heritage, culture, education, and traditions.
1 of 321 organizations funded by SCFD
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Visual Arts

Littleton Fine Arts Guild (Depot Art Gallery)

Mission Statement

Our Mission is to be an inspirational leader in artistic creativity and craftsmanship for the benefit of our entire community.
1 of 321 organizations funded by SCFD
Buffalo Bill Museum logo
Cultural History

Buffalo Bill Museum and Grave

Mission Statement

The Buffalo Bill Museum and Grave, a facility owned and operated by the City and County of Denver, exists to preserve the memory of William F. "Buffalo Bill" Cody. To this end it maintains the Cody gravesite and related structures on Lookout Mountain Park; collects, cares for and interprets artifacts associated with "Buffalo Bill" Cody's life and times between 1846 and 1917; and records Cody's ongoing influence on American culture.
1 of 321 organizations funded by SCFD
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Cultural History

Museum of Boulder

Mission Statement

The Museum of Boulder provides engaging educational experiences for people to explore the continuing history of the Boulder region. The Museum collects, preserves, and presents Boulder history in order to connect residents and visitors to the past, provide a context for the present, and inspire a vision for the future.
1 of 321 organizations funded by SCFD
Heritage Fine Arts Guild logo
Visual Arts

Heritage Fine Arts Guild of Arapahoe County

Mission Statement

To advance the development of fine arts as an integral part of the community, and to exhibit high quality, original work from artists in membership.
1 of 321 organizations funded by SCFD
Foothills Arts production
Performing Arts

Foothills-Arts & Events Agency

Mission Statement

To create, establish, put on, and provide classes and opportunities for District-wide cultural arts services for the benefit of the taxpayers of the District.
1 of 321 organizations funded by SCFD
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Performing Arts

The Longmont Theatre Company

Mission Statement

To provide a high quality live theatre performance with a strong educational component for and by the citizens of the Greater Boulder County area and to successfully manage a self-sufficient performing arts center.
1 of 321 organizations funded by SCFD
A DAVA participant drawing
Visual Arts

Downtown Aurora Visual Arts (DAVA)

Mission Statement

To strengthen the community through the arts with a primary focus on youth engagement. Every student that walks through our doors experiences the transformative power of high quality out-of-school programs that develop art, social, and life skills.
1 of 321 organizations funded by SCFD

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SCFD funds over 300 organizations in the 7-county Denver metro area.

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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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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.
Sun Oct 20, 9AM-5PM
Denver, CO
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Four Mile Historic Park

Free Fridays at Four Mile
Fri Oct 25, 10AM-4PM
Denver, CO
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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.
Fri Oct 25, 5:30-8:30PM
Denver, CO
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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.
Fri Oct 25, 6-8PM
Aurora, CO
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Brightonmusic Choir and Orchestra Inc.

Homespun Local Composers Orchestra, Choir, Jazz Concert
Sun Oct 27, 4-6PM
Brighton, CO
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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
Fri Nov 01, All Day
Denver, CO
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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.
Fri Nov 01, 10AM-4PM
Denver, CO
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City of Lafayette Arts & Cultural Resources Department

Closing Reception for Día de los Muertos Exhibit
Fri Nov 01, 5-7PM
Lafayette, CO
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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.
Sat Nov 02, 10AM-2PM
Denver, CO
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There's so much culture to experience. Learn more about SCFD-funded organizations here.
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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.

Local naturalist and writer India Wood snaps a photo of a green landscape, an SCFD banner hanging on her backpack.

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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A MahlerFest poster depicting Gustav Mahler standing next to Jimi Hendrix in front of the Flatirons.

Embracing Everything with Colorado MahlerFest

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Dr. Martin Lockley, the late co-founder of Dinosaur Ridge, examining trace fossils on a rocky slope.

Following in the Footsteps of Dr. Martin Lockley at Dinosaur Ridge

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A rehearsal of Roshni's play, Yatra: A Journey to Truth, Light and Life

The Power of a Story

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