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The Denver Art Museum

Founded in 1893, the Denver Art Museum has the largest and most comprehensive collection of world art between Kansas City and the West Coast, with over 48,000 works of art. Its American Indian art collection is internationally renowned, and its pre-Columbian and Spanish Colonial art collection is outstanding. Other collections include Painting & Sculpture, Asian, Architecture, Design & Graphics, Modern & Contemporary, and Textile Art. Contemporary and Modern collections are featured in the new Hamilton wing designed by architect Daniel Liebskind.

Access Arts' ArtDeadline.com

The art world's source for income and exhibition opportunities. A searchable database and magazine that lists local and national juried artist competitions, grants, call for entries, art jobs, art in public RFP's, festivals, residencies, internships, fellowships, comprehensive artist support services and funding for art organizations.

The Art List

A free monthly e-mail newsletter providing information on art and photo competitions, contests, and juried art shows. You can also opt to pay for a premium edition.

EDGE EDGE is a contemporary, Denver, non-profit, co-op art gallery dedicated to artists outside the domain of commercial art venues.
http://edgeart.org/

PIRATE GALLERY
Pirate, A Contemporary Art Oasis was founded in 1980 by several graduates of Metro State University in Denver, Colorado, in order to provide a gallery venue for emerging artists. This artist run co operative gallery adopted a mission that encourages artistic expression and freedom, along with building a supportive community where fellow artists have the opportunity to develop and strengthen their skills. http://www.pirateartonline.org/

Museum of Contemporary Art - Denver The Museum of Contemporary Art/Denver (MCA) is an innovative forum for contemporary art that inspires and challenges all audiences creating understanding and dialogue about art of our time.

Women's Caucus for Arts

The Colorado Chapter of the Women's Caucus for Art is based in Denver and provides a support network to artists in Colorado. We are an active chapter, holding regular meetings and events and offering encouragement, inspiration, networking and exhibition opportunities to members. Membership in WCA includes the opportunity to show individual artwork and collaborative group installations at galleries, universities, art centers and museums within and outside Colorado. We do not discriminate in any way shape or form, we have male members and welcome all Colorado artists to join.

The Bug Theatre

Originally built in 1912 as a nickelodeon movie house, the theatre now known as The Bug survived multiple incarnations and more than 25 years of dormancy before local artists Chandler Romeo and Reed Weimer renovated the building in 1994 and founded the Bug Performance & Media Art Center (BPMAC), a non-profit organization dedicated to serving Denver audiences by facilitating the development and presentation of diverse arts and cultural programming. Though recognized early on by the media as an important Denver alternative arts center, the organization floundered financially. In 1998, Donna Morrison and Alex Weimer took on the roles of Artistic Director and Technical Director, respectively, and founded the resident Bug Theatre Company (BTC). The company flourished and gained critical acclaim & financially stability.

http://www.bugtheatre.org/

NEXT GALLERY
Although N E X T is one of the newest co-op galleries in Denver, it certainly is not green. N E X T is comprised of seasoned, well-established artists, as well as the next "up & comers" of the art community. Our goal is to create a community that fosters an investigation of art practices on all levels, from concept to material practices, traditional to avant-garde. N E X T aims to function similar to a co-op, and act as an artists gallery. Please come and join us for compelling art, conversation & libation at our N E X T art opening.
http://www.nextgallery.us/

Patsy’s Italian Restaurant
With a history that spans more than 80 years, Patsy's Italian Restaurant is Denver's oldest Italian restaurant. Founded in 1921 by the Aiello family, Patsy's has undergone a few changes over the years but the heart and soul of tradition have remained the same. We invite you to sample our authentic Italian recipes and old-style charm. All the food is made by hand. The back wall of Patsy's dining room features a hand-painted mural and other walls are lined with photos that showcase the rich history of the restaurant. Families can sit in the cheerful dining room and dine, while those alone are always welcome to visit with one of the friendly bartenders. Our specialties include homemade spaghetti and lasagna, Chicken Marsala, Balsamic Grilled Chicken Rigatoni, Italian Fried Trout, and Italian New York Strip Steak. Patsy's is open for lunch and dinner on weekdays. We are not open for lunch on Saturday and we are closed on Sunday.

On our Block: Edge Gallery, Next Gallery, Pirate Gallery, The Bug Theatre,

Patsy’s Inn Restaurant. Please check them out and tell them we sent you!

At the corner of 36th & Navajo Street, find D Gallery.

Check out our new website for the Navajo Street Art District!

http://www.navajostreetartdistrict.com/

Following are Museums and institutions you may be interested in visiting in Denver

The Kirkland Museum

The Kirkland Museum has a nationally important display of 20th century decorative arts, with more than 3,300 works on view of Arts & Crafts, Art Nouveau, Glasgow Style, Wiener Werkstatte, De Stijl, Bauhaus, Art Deco, Modern and Pop Art.

A major survey of Colorado Art history is documented, with over 170 artists represented by more than 700 works. The museum’s collections have a strong focus on the first three quarters of the 20th Cenury. The museum shows a retrospective of Colorado’s distinguished painter, Vance Kirkland (1904-1982)

Following are some interesting art sources to stay on top of the art scene

Core 77

Since 1995 Core77.com has served a devoted global audience of industrial designers ranging from students through seasoned professionals. Core77 publishes articles, discussion forums, an extensive event calendar, hosts portfolios, job listings, a database of design firms, schools, vendors and services. Core77 provides a gathering point for designers and enthusiasts alike by producing design competitions, lecture series, parties, and exhibits.

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