Anthropologist, archaeologist, and adventurer Mark Aldenderfer takes you to the remote basins and ranges of the Andes in Peru and the Himalayas in Nepal to discover the origins of settled village life and how humans adapted to high-altitude environments. Uncover fascinating objects and stories, dig through excavation projects, and delve into the genetics and health.... Read More

The criminalization or legalization of marijuana has been a heated debate for several years, both locally and nationally. With Amendment 64, Colorado has been at the center of this debate, being one of only two states to legalize and regulate cannabis. Lisa Pasko, associate professor of Sociology and Criminology, examines the history of cannabis laws and.... Read More

The Denver Public Library pays tribute to all the beautiful monsters and their creators. These four films represent unique moments in the development of the early horror genre. Loaded with symbolism, style and gothic atmosphere – each of them contributed to the monster movie lexicon that Hollywood has drawn from ever since. All films are.... Read More

This fall, the Gardens presents its newest event: Glow at the Gardens. The York Street location will light up the night with jack-o'-lanterns and luminaria-lined pathways winding through the grounds to reveal larger-than-life pumpkin displays. Stories by The Story Seeker, scavenger hunts and other fall-themed activities will be part of the fun. All activities included.... Read More

Today it’s Denver’s urban oasis, but more than a hundred years ago, the land Denver Botanic Gardens sits on was the Mile High City’s first cemetery. Join us as we tell you the true story of the Gardens’ macabre history, and recount decades of the paranormal through eyewitness reports from past and present Gardens staff,.... Read More

Today it’s Denver’s urban oasis, but more than a hundred years ago, the land Denver Botanic Gardens sits on was the Mile High City’s first cemetery. Join us as we tell you the true story of the Gardens’ macabre history, and recount decades of the paranormal through eyewitness reports from past and present Gardens staff,.... Read More

The 31st annual Boo At The Zoo offers more than 25 trick-or-treat stations, creepy crawly animal demonstrations and family-friendly entertainment under the canopy of the beautiful fall foliage of Denver Zoo. All activities are included in the price of admission, or covered under your membership, as applicable. Dates: SAT 10/24, SUN 10/25, SAT 10/31 and SUN 11/1, 9:00am to 5:00pm. For an evening Boo at the.... Read More

Never been to the Still? Then now is your chance to see the masterpieces of abstract expressionism housed in this unique museum. The building itself is stunning architecturally and well worth the visit too. Thanks to the support of the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD), the Clyfford Still Museum will offer free admission on Fridays.... Read More

Join Denver Public Library (DPL) for a trick or treat extravaganza at the Central Library! Staff will hand out treats throughout the building, and there will be storytelling under the derrick in Western History/Genealogy, maker madness in the ideaLab, and games and crafts in the Children’s Library. They'll have (paper) pumpkin decorating, pin the spider on the giant web,.... Read More

This evening at Redline (read all about Redline in our article here) is going to be so much fun! 1SQFT combines contemporary art + Halloween fun + the chance to take home a brand new piece of artwork for only $100. Tickets include admission into the 1SQFT Art Sale, Athena Project cocktails, Halloween-themed appetizers, and candy! Tickets.... Read More