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2024 ARTSWEEK: Sketching Along the Creek
FeaturedJoin local artist Pat Conrad on a plein air sketching walk along Clear Creek. We will stop in a few locations to do some drawings and learn techniques. Make sure to bring a pencil, sharpener and a sketch book!
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2024 ARTSWEEK GOLDEN FESTIVAL
FeaturedLocated in the heart of downtown Golden with 70 artist booths, all within easy walking distance of the dozen restaurants and outdoor cafes and five craft beer gardens. 9am-5pm 12th & Arapahoe, Golden, Colorado Getting to the Event and Parking FREE PARKING OPTIONS Ride your bike and park securely at one of the NEW on-site bike
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UNFRAMED Gala
FeaturedGreen Center - Colorado School of Mines 924 16th St, Golden, COJoin us for an unforgettable evening of art, creativity, and community on Friday, August 9, 2024. This year's Gala will feature incredible music by Ricardo Pena Jazz Quartet and an incredible selection of silent auction items. Tickets are limited, so be sure to grab yours before we sell out! We can't wait to see you
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Member Reception – Decomposing / Recomposing, Joel Swanson, and Ed Hansen
FeaturedFoothills Art Center - Astor House 1133 Arapahoe Street, Golden, CO, United StatesJoin us on Friday, October 4, 2024, from 5 to 7 p.m. for the Member Reception of Joel Swanson: Orderings, Decomposing/Recomposing, and Ed Hansen. This is a fantastic opportunity to
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Ugly Sweater Workshop
FeaturedFoothills Art Center - Creative Campus 809 Fifteenth Street, Golden, CO, United StatesThursday, December 5th 6:00-8:00pm Bring an old sweater and come decorate it at the Creative Campus! Free supplies and drinks will be provided, this event is only for Catalyst members and above. Please RSVP here to secure your spot. This is a 21+ event!
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Pictures with Santa 2024
FeaturedFoothills Art Center - Astor House 1133 Arapahoe Street, Golden, CO, United StatesSpend some time with Santa before he drops down your chimney! He's stopping by Foothills Art Center for pictures from 1-3 pm! There are limited tickets, so snag your spot for Santa today. *This is a Member only benefit, join today for FREE at foothillsartcenter.org/join-us
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Artist Demos at Holiday Art Market
Featured Artist Demos at Holiday Art MarketFoothills Art Center - Astor House 1133 Arapahoe Street, Golden, CO, United StatesJoin us at Foothills Art Center during select dates in December for live artist demonstrations from 3-5 pm! Experience firsthand how local artists create their unique works, from painting to sculpture and more. It's a perfect opportunity to meet the makers, ask questions, and get inspired while browsing the holiday market. Don’t miss these interactive
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Gallery Tour – Decomposing/Recomposing
Foothills Art Center - Astor House 1133 Arapahoe Street, Golden, CO, United StatesSaturday, January 25 & Saturday, February 1, 2025 from 11:00am- 11:25am Foothills Art Center at Astor House, 1133 Arapahoe Street FREE A Gallery Guide will lead you in a 25-minute tour, exploring exhibition themes and artworks through focused observation and engaging conversation. These tours are offered at 3pm on select Thursdays and 11am on select
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Member Reception | 2025 Members’ Show + Power of Process
FeaturedJoin us Friday, February 21, 2025 from 5-7pm for the Member Reception of the 2025 Members’ Show and the Power of Process: A Jeffco School Exhibition. Say hello to the community and hear from some of FAC’s most talented community artists. Friday, February 21 from 5-7pm Foothills Art Center - Astor House Location, 1133 Araphoe
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Last Look | Members’s Show with juror Lynn Allbright
Join the Member's Show 2025 juror, Lynn Allbright, on a Last Look walk through the show. Lynn will share insights on her jurying process. Q&A is welcome.Foothills Art Center - Astor House, 1133 Arapahoe St.Saturday, April 1910:00 - 11:00 amFREE but must be a FAC member
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Creative Campus – Spring Open House & Fundraiser
FeaturedJoin us for a free evening of art, connection, and giving back on Friday, May 16, 4:00 - 7:00 PM at Foothills Art Center – Creative Campus. Help us reach our $10,000 goal to fund Foothills Art Center's bright future—including protective measures for our beautiful stained glass windows! - FREE to attend - no Membership
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Artist Talk with Heather Mourer
Monday, June 16th from 4-6pm at The Eddy Taproom & Hotel Join us in kicking off our annual ARTSWEEK with a happy hour chat and art viewing with Foothills Art Center Studio Artist, Heather Mourer! Heather Mourer is a Colorado-based interior designer and ceramic artist. She studied at Parsons School of Design in New York earning

