Life is more colorful with SCFD
We fund culture
Seven counties. 300 organizations. One mission: To make sure you have amazing experiences. Let us introduce you to our funded partners.
Cultural History
Buffalo Bill Museum and Grave
Mission Statement
The Buffalo Bill Museum and Grave, a facility owned and operated by the City and County of Denver, exists to preserve the memory of William F. "Buffalo Bill" Cody. To this end it maintains the Cody gravesite and related structures on Lookout Mountain Park; collects, cares for and interprets artifacts associated with "Buffalo Bill" Cody's life and times between 1846 and 1917; and records Cody's ongoing influence on American culture.Learn More
1 of 323 organizations funded by SCFD
Cultural History
Filipino-American Community of Colorado
Mission Statement
To create a community which preserves and shares Filipino heritage and culture.Learn More
1 of 323 organizations funded by SCFD
Cultural History
Denver March Powwow
Mission Statement
To organize and stage the annual Denver March Powwow and to do all actions reasonably necessary and conveniently related to the staging of such powwow; and to preserve and protect the traditional performing arts of American Indian people.Learn More
1 of 323 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
Colorado Ballet
Mission Statement
To present exceptional classical ballet and contemporary dance through performances, training, education and community engagement while inspiring and growing an increasingly diverse audience base.Learn More
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Performing Arts
Cherry Creek Chorale
Mission Statement
To offer engaging and varied musical experiences that connect singers and audiences, and to be a catalyst for collaborative performances that share our artistic excellence and passion for the choral art.Learn More
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Performing Arts
Aurora Singers
Mission Statement
Bringing inspiration and joy through fine choral and musical revue performance to the Aurora/Denver Metro area and beyond.Learn More
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Performing Arts
Danse Etoile Ballet
Mission Statement
To produce quality artistic performances, programs, and instruction which will foster access to and appreciation of dance and theater for new audiences. To build self-esteem through hard work, learning self-discipline, responsibility and commitment and the value of working as part of a larger community. To make ballet accessible to people of all ages.Learn More
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Performing Arts
Boulder Bach Festival
Mission Statement
The mission of the Boulder Bach Festival is to celebrate the music of Johann Sebastian Bach by providing high quality musical performances and educational opportunities that will not only satisfy those who already love Bach's music, but will also introduce Bach's music to others.Learn More
1 of 323 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
Center for the Arts Evergreen
Mission Statement
To enrich and serve our mountain community by promoting and cultivating the arts through quality educational programs, exhibitions, and events.Learn More
1 of 323 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
Rocky Mountain Arts Association
Mission Statement
Rocky Mountain Arts Association’s member choruses, the Denver Gay Men’s Chorus and the Denver Women’s Chorus, are committed to building community through music. Mission: To spread a message of equality, acceptance and empowerment of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer individuals by providing artistic, educational, cultural and social enrichment for our audiences and our singers.Learn More
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Free Days Are Back
Enjoy in-person and virtual programming from the cultural community. Please always check with organizations prior to attending as dates and times are subject to change.
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The Urban Farm
Fiber Fest
Denver Center for the Performing Arts
Shakespeare in the Parking Lot: See Shakespeare in the Parking Lot's Romeo and Juliet at Blair-Caldwell African American Research Library 2401 Welton St, Denver, CO 80205
St. Martin’s Chamber Choir
Columbine Memorial Concert
Denver Botanic Gardens
Denver Botanic Gardens Free Days (York Street and Chatfield Farms): Free Days occur throughout the year, thanks to funding from the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD). This event will sell out; please get your tickets in advance. No onsite tickets available for sold out days. Free Days are for regular Gardens hours only and do not include ticketed events. Tickets will be available three months at a time (on a rolling basis) and the tickets will be released on the 1st of the month.
Four Mile Historic Park
Free Fridays at Four Mile
The Art Garage
Open Studio: Need space to work on your art? Join our monthly open studio available at a pay-what-you-can donation to The Art Garage! This is a chance to bring your own work and materials, engage in a focused environment surrounded by other local artists, work at your own pace, and give and get creative feedback. *Please read our Code of Conduct and reach out to The Art Garage staff at 303-377-2353 or info@artgaragedenver.com to inquire about bringing special materials such as oil paints, ceramics, and encaustics.
Roshni
Open Mic & Mingle: Open Mic & Mingle is our ongoing effort to bring together Community, Art and Artists of all genres and disciplines. It takes place every 4th Friday of the month at House of Friendship on 9641 E 16th Ave, Aurora.
Denver Museum of Nature & Science
SCFD Free Day - Satisfy your science curiosity during our SCFD Free Days and Free Nights. No need to reserve your ticket ahead of time online. Walk up anytime during Free Days or Free Nights and gain access to the Wildlife Halls or our permanent exhibitions. A separate ticket is required if you'd like to visit the planetarium or the brand-new Infinity Theater.
Clyfford Still Museum
Día del Niño Celebration Program: Join the Clyfford Still Museum for a city-wide celebration of children worldwide during Día del Niño (Day of the Child) from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, April 28, 2024. Stop by the Museum’s outdoor forecourt to participate in an art-making session with a Denver-based artist. Enjoy child-friendly dance performances by local groups on the forecourt. This activity is free, and no registration is required. This event will be on a SCFD Free day.
Wonder looks good on you
Culture creates vibrancy for us individually and collectively. It gives our kids a unique perspective and understanding of the world. It inspires all of us to get off the couch, discover the radical and the beautiful, and stretches our capacity to be transformed. Through our diverse, local culture, we come together, we come to new ideas, we come to our senses.
Following in the Footsteps of Dr. Martin Lockley at Dinosaur Ridge
Dinosaur Ridge, the world-renowned dinosaur track site just 30 minutes from Denver, provides a pathway straight to a local legacy. Since it opened in 1989, visitors have been able to…
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The Power of a Story
The Local Vocals of ASCENT: A Boulder Soundwalk
