A free lecture from Active Minds: The issue of race in the military extends from colonial times to the present day.  Join Active Minds as we explore a chapter of this story from World War II: the Tuskegee Airmen.  This group of African American pilots were the first black military aviators in the U.S. armed.... Read More

Join the Denver Astrological society for one of their monthly open houses at the historic Chamberlin Observatory. During the event, guests can view the heavens through the observatory's famous 20-inch aperture Alvan Clark-Saegmuller refractor by checking in at the desk on the main floor of the observatory and paying a $2 per-person fee or $5.... Read More

Expand your powers of observation during this intriguing evening! Start off learning how to solve mysteries using the techniques of the world’s most famous detective in The International Exhibition of Sherlock Holmes. Then travel throughout the Museum looking for clues to solve a mystery of mammoth proportions. Enjoy pizza, cookies, and other snacks. Pizza, cookies, and.... Read More

Ready, set, write! Free with admission, this monthly (every 4th Tuesday, 1-3) drop-in writing clinic at the Denver Art Museum invites writers of all levels to come be inspired by art. Writing topics will be provided. Details: Meet in the El Pomar Grand Atrium of the Hamilton Building, level 1. All experience levels welcome, bring your.... Read More

"This, of all days in the year, is a day of happiness, because as a rule it brings a family reunions; and to the American, home happiness is as essential to his existence as pure air.” - Table Talk from November of 1890 describes Thanksgiving Day just as we see it today. Have your own.... Read More

Happy Thanksgiving! Popular destinations that are CLOSED on this day (not an exhaustive list): All branches of the Denver Public Library (also note that branches close early at 4p on WED 11/25) Denver Art Museum History Colorado Center The Clyfford Still Museum Museum of Contemporary Art (MCA) Kirkland Museum Denver Botanic Gardens (open every day except Thanksgiving,.... Read More

Returning for an encore performance, the Castle Rock Community Ringers make incredible music using only the classic choir bells – and these musicians know how to create a joyful noise! The well-regarded Castle Rock Community Ringers will show us how to ‘throw cares away’ with their thoughtful blend of holiday and secular songs all created.... Read More

The streets and buildings of Downtown Denver will light up for the holidays during the center city’s Grand Illumination on Friday, November 27 starting at 6 p.m. Hundreds of thousands of sparkling lights and entertainment will mark the festive occasion from Denver Union Station to the City & County Building, including the 16th Street Mall, Skyline.... Read More

Come play in the Paint Studio at Denver Art Museum and catch an artist demo too! Free with museum admission. Children and youth 18 and under are free. All demos take place 12p - 3p. More info: http://denverartmuseum.org/calendar/paint-studio-weekend-artist-demonstrations Weekend Demonstration Schedule (subject to change): November 21–22 & 28–29: Yunn Pann – Chinese Brush Work December 5–6 &.... Read More

Finally, a chance to actually climb inside the vintage aircraft housed inside the big hanger at the Wings over the Rockies! During the monthly Cockpit Demo days, select aircraft are opened for people of all ages to climb inside and sit in the pilot's seat. More info: http://wingsmuseum.org/event-calendar/cockpit-demo-day-19/