Events

Learn about a movement that is sweeping the nation. Barbara Mariner, CEO of Live Simply Colorado, will discuss everything that’s involved in building a tiny house, including costs, land, legal.... Read More

In December, Duncan Parks www.duncan-parks.com explored Denver Public Library's visual databases by building a drawing machine and creating an interactive piece of software to analyze visual connections and relationships and to create a series of drawings that in turn explore the interface between the natural environment and man-made structures. See this artist's amazing outcome while enjoying light.... Read More

Use beer cans, soda cans and other fun things to create one-of-a-kind pieces of jewelry. This program is for adults but children eight and older may attend with an adult. Free class. All materials and instructions provided. More info: https://www.denverlibrary.org/event/engage/upcycled-jewelry

Enjoy an afternoon of American art song. American art song is a deep-rooted tradition: Classical songs written by American Composers for the voice with piano accompaniment. Opera Colorado’s Young Artists (don't let the name fool you! These are highly-trained and very talented adult performers who are part of Opera Colorado's residency program) will delight with.... Read More

Test your powers of observation as you journey through The International Exhibition of Sherlock Holmes. This immersive, interactive experience combines science and history to bring to life the Victorian era vividly portrayed in the beloved Sherlock Holmes stories, masterminded by physician-turned-author Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. This exhibit isn't included with general admission to the museum, but.... Read More

Gumby. Barbie. Slinky. Mr. Potato Head. Wham-O. Spirograph. Hot Wheels. The names of these popular toys capture the craziness, the joy, the sheer fun of being a kid. But beneath those nutty names are rich veins of nostalgia, memory and history. The stories of the kids who played with these toys, the adults who bought them,.... Read More

Hooray! It's an SCFD Free Day! The Denver Museum of Nature and Science is a great place to spend the day exploring science, nature and technology. Additional fees apply for IMAX/planetarium shows and the International Exhibition of Sherlock Holmes. What is SCFD? Since 1989, Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD) has distributed funds from a 1/10.... Read More

Join City Build for an evening of engaging conversation, fast-paced ice broomball challenges, snacks and warm beverages provided by The Palm Restaurant. City Build events are a fun way to meet new people and get involved in making Denver an even better place to live, work and play. UPDATE: Due to predicted colder temperatures, we are adjusting the.... Read More

In Marilyn Minter: Pretty/Dirty, the exhibition explores in detail the myriad image choices Minter has made as a painter and photographer, the evolution of her style and technique, and her mode of production, including her organization of an unusual studio of assistants trained to create hyper-real, sometimes dizzyingly painted surfaces. Pretty/Dirty illustrates Minter’s progress from a curious youth looking.... Read More

Heard about 3D printing but never seen it in action? Would you like to know more about how to make a 3D model and have it printed at DPL? Drop by their 3D printing open house to learn more! More info: https://www.denverlibrary.org/event/adult/3d-printing-open-house