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  • October 2024

  • Sat 19

    Ceramic Pumpkin Workshop

    October 19, 2024 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
    Foothills Art Center 809 15th Street, Golden, CO, United States

    Ceramic Pumpkin Workshop Join us for festive fun with a ceramic pumpkin workshop! Participants will explore organic forms as we craft and decorate our pumpkin sculptures. Learn to create your

  • Tue 22

    Fall 2 Wheel-Throwing – Tuesday Mornings

    October 22, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am Fall 2 Wheel-Throwing – Tuesday Mornings
    Foothills Art Center 809 15th Street, Golden, CO, United States

    WHEEL-THROWING ALL LEVELS FALL SESSION 2 This class is designed for the beginner, as well as intermediate and advanced students. Students must be 18 years of age or older. The

  • Tue 22

    Fall 2 Wheel-Throwing – Tuesday Evenings

    October 22, 2024 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Fall 2 Wheel-Throwing – Tuesday Evenings
    Foothills Art Center 809 15th Street, Golden, CO, United States

    WHEEL-THROWING INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED FALL SESSION 2 This class is designed for experienced wheel-throwing students. Students must be 18 years of age or older. Instruction will be in throwing more advanced forms,

  • Wed 23

    Fall 2 Wheel-Throwing – Wednesday Mornings

    October 23, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am Wheel-Throwing – Wednesday Mornings
    Foothills Art Center 809 15th Street, Golden, CO, United States

    WHEEL-THROWING ALL LEVELS FALL SESSION 2 This class is designed for the beginner, as well as intermediate and advanced students. Students must be 18 years of age or older. The

  • Wed 23

    Fall 2 Wheel-Throwing – Wednesday Evenings

    October 23, 2024 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Fall 2 Wheel-Throwing – Wednesday Evenings
    Foothills Art Center 809 15th Street, Golden, CO, United States

    WHEEL-THROWING ALL LEVELS FALL SESSION 2 This class is designed for the beginner, as well as intermediate and advanced students. Students must be 18 years of age or older. The

  • Fri 25

    Fall 2 Multigenerational Ceramics Class

    October 25, 2024 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Fall 2 Multigenerational Ceramics Class
    Foothills Art Center 809 15th Street, Golden, CO, United States

    Multigenerational Ceramics Class FALL SESSION 2 Fridays 4pm-6pm: October 25, November 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, December 6, 13 Fall Semester Ages 7+ Join us for a family ceramics night

  • Fri 25

    Creative Campus – Fall Members Opening

    Featured October 25, 2024 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Foothills Art Center 809 15th Street, Golden, CO, United States

    Attend our Member Opening of the Creative Campus with the whole family on Friday, October 25 from 6pm-8pm! The Creative Campus is home to vibrant art classes, studio artists, and

  • Sat 26

    Fall 2 Ceramics Open Studio – Saturdays

    October 26, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Fall 2 Ceramics Open Studio – Saturdays
    Foothills Art Center 809 15th Street, Golden, CO, United States

    CERAMICS OPEN STUDIO FALL SESSION 2 This is designed to be a work and practice time for students concurrently enrolled in a Creative Campus ceramics/wheel-throwing class. Studio will be proctored

  • Sat 26

    Creative Campus – Fall Public Open House

    Featured October 26, 2024 @ 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
    Foothills Art Center 809 15th Street, Golden, CO, United States

    Join us for a Public Open House at our Creative Campus on Saturday, October 26 from 12pm-7pm! As a hub for vibrant art classes, studio artists, and diverse educational programs,

  • November 2024

  • Fri 1

    Watercolor Notecards with Janet Nunn – November 1, 2024

    November 1, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

    A favorite way to paint this time of year. This is a mini techniques class in a day of painting watercolors. You will learn start to finish how to paint

  • Sat 2

    Watercolor Notecards with Janet Nunn – November 2, 2024

    November 2, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

    A favorite way to paint this time of year. This is a mini techniques class in a day of painting watercolors. You will learn start to finish how to paint

  • Mon 4

    The Fundamental Principles of Art – November

    November 4, 2024 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm The Fundamental Principles of Art – November
    Foothills Art Center - Creative Campus 809 Fifteenth Street, Golden, CO, United States

    Creative Campus Open Studio Room November 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th Monday Nights 5:30 - 7:30 pm Whether you're beginning your artistic journey, returning to your art after some time off,

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Meet Goldie! Standing proudly outside the Astor H Meet Goldie!

Standing proudly outside the Astor House, this larger than life robot sculpture is the newest arrival from The Articulate Robots of Chris Mora, on view May 23 – July 26. Created by metal fabricator Chris Mora, Goldie brings playful energy, impressive craftsmanship, and a bit of whimsy to downtown Golden.

Check out the new exhibition in the Astor House opening May 23rd! And visit Goldie anytime at the Astor House
New exhibit! The Articulate Robots of Chris Mora New exhibit! The Articulate Robots of Chris Mora

On view May 23 – July 26, this playful exhibition features metal sculptures that move, pose, and invite interaction. Crafted with precision and imagination, Chris Mora’s articulated “robots” blend industrial materials with a sense of curiosity and fun—showcasing both technical skill and a creative spirit that brings each piece to life.
Golden Hour is back on Friday, May 29 from 6:00– Golden Hour is back on Friday, May 29 from 6:00–8:00 pm at the Astor House!

Spend your evening in the courtyard with mountain views, live music from Allen Anderson and Friends, and live ceramic demonstrations by Rachel Bierma. Enjoy local brews and bites from Atomic Provisions while the sun sets and the space comes alive with art and community.
Each ticket includes a free drink, with additional food and beverages available for purchase.

$15 Members | $20 Non-Members | Kids Free

Mark your calendar for the full Golden Hour series:�May 29 | July 17 | August 21 | September 11 | October 2
Artful Journeys offers a welcoming space for senio Artful Journeys offers a welcoming space for seniors to connect, create, and explore together.

On Thursday, May 21 from 1:00–2:30 pm at the Astor House, this free program brings participants beyond their daily routines for an afternoon of art and conversation. Enjoy a guided look at current exhibitions, hands on artmaking, engaging discussions, and time to connect with others all in a relaxed, supportive environment.

Free | Designed for seniors | All materials provided
Go inside the mindset behind the work at an Artist Go inside the mindset behind the work at an Artist Talk with Tom Sarmo.

Sarmo will share the personal journey behind his exhibition. Grappling with the tension between creativity and perfection, and the process of letting go of expectation to rediscover the joy of making. His reflections offer an honest look at the challenges artists face and the freedom that comes from embracing uncertainty.

Saturday, May 16th 2-3pm

Free | All are welcome
Spend the evening with us at the Member Reception Spend the evening with us at the Member Reception on Friday, May 22 from 5–7 pm at the Astor House.

Celebrate the opening of three exhibitions: Aiming to Miss: Tom Sarmo, Rocky Mountain Muses: Rob Bell, and The Articulate Robots of Chris Mora. It’s a chance to experience the work, connect with the community, and enjoy the galleries together.

Free for Members!
Golden StArt returns on Wednesday, May 20 from 4-5 Golden StArt returns on Wednesday, May 20 from 4-5pm at the Foothills Art Center Creative Campus.

This casual, one-hour meetup brings artists and the Golden community together to connect and talk about art. This month features a conversation with our Ceramic Arts Coordinator, Jordan Hawks, sharing insights into his work and the ceramics program.

Free | RSVP recommended
Take a deeper look at Rocky Mountain Muses: Rob Be Take a deeper look at Rocky Mountain Muses: Rob Bell during a guided gallery tour on Saturday, May 9 from 11:00–11:30 am at the Astor House.

Led by a Gallery Guide, this 25-minute tour offers insight into the themes, techniques, and ideas behind Bell’s work through conversation and close observation. A great way to experience the exhibition from a new perspective.

Free | All are welcome
Spotlighting our new exhibit from Tom Sarmo, Aimin Spotlighting our new exhibit from Tom Sarmo, Aiming To Miss. Sarmo invites viewers into a space of curiosity and play. Check it out today at the Astor House! 

On view from May 2nd - July 12th
Tots & Art Thursday returns on May 7 from 10:30– Tots & Art Thursday returns on May 7 from 10:30–11:30 am at the Foothills Art Center Astor House.

This free, monthly program combines story time with a hands on art activity inspired by the book of the day. A great way for toddlers and their caregivers to explore and create together.

Free | All are welcome
Every story holds meaning. Contemplative Memoir wi Every story holds meaning. Contemplative Memoir with Peter Dunne offers a thoughtful space to reflect, write, and explore the experiences that shape who we are.
Meeting Wednesdays in May (May 6, 13, 20, 27 | 5:30–7:00 pm), this all-levels class guides participants through the process of uncovering and shaping personal stories.

$45 Members | $85 Non-Members
In his latest body of work, Tom Sarmo embraces the In his latest body of work, Tom Sarmo embraces the pure joy of exploration and experimentation. These imaginative pieces reflect a playful, curious approach to making—where process, discovery, and creative freedom take center stage.

Check out Aiming To Miss: Tom Sarmo, on view from May 2nd - July 12th

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