CURRENT EXHIBITS AT THE MUSEUMS
When: All day
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AMERICAN MOUNTAINEERING MUSEUM
710 10th Street (map)
303-996-2755
Closed Saturday and Sunday and all Federal Holidays
THE BUFFALO BILL MUSEUM AND GRAVE
987 1/2 Lookout Mountain Road (map)
303-526-0744
CLOSED Monday, New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas
The Buffalo Bill Story, Buffalo Bill's Death, The Americans, A Visit to the Wild West, Firearms, Kid's Cowboy Corral
COLORADO RAILROAD MUSEUM
17155 W. 44th Avenue (map)
303-279-4591
CLOSED Monday, New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas, and New Year's Eve Day
UPPER GALLERY
Center for Railroad Photography & Art Winners
Every year, the Center for Railroad Photography & Art holds a contest that attracts some of today’s finest and most creative photographers. Those who placed in this year’s program will have their photographs displayed at the Colorado Railroad Museum in Golden into 2023. The Museum’s goal is to showcase not only Colorado’s rich railroad history, but also the many creative people—around the world—who keep the spirit of railroading alive and well in the 21st century.
Without Words
Shining a spotlight on how railroaders have communicated over the years using sight, sound and code
LOWER GALLERY
New exhibit opening soon!
FOOTHILLS ART CENTER - ASTOR HOUSE
822 12th Street (map)
303-279-3922
CLOSED New Year's Day, President's Day, Easter, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas
The 20th Annual Mile High International Pastel Society Exhibition
(t
hrough August 4, 2024)
Vibrant colors abound in this show of over 80 of the world's finest pastel artworks.
John Taylor Wagner
(through September 15, 2024)
An exploration of The Hero's Journey--bold narratives with layered meaning contrasting distilled technique.
GOLDEN HISTORY MUSEUM & PARK
923 10th Street (map)
303-278-3557
(Museum) CLOSED Sunday, Monday, New Year's Day, Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas, and New Year's Eve Day
Discovery Awaits: Highlights from the Collection, Signs O' The Times, Confection Perfection: Jolly Rancher Company, Epic Events, Legendary People, the History Lab, and the Touch Gallery
The Salon: Golden High School 150th Anniversary Exhibit
Golden History Park (11th & Arapahoe): The outdoor setting re-creates the look and feel of a late 1800's mountain ranch complete with gardens, a working blacksmith shop, schoolhouse and chicken coop (chickens included).
MINES MUSEUM
Colorado School of Mines
1310 Maple Street (map)
303-273-3815
CLOSED New Year's Day, July 4th, Thanksgiving and Christmas
The main floor exhibits feature specimens from many Colorado mining districts, other global localities and an introductory video on area geology. The Special Exhibit Room hosts prominent precious metal and invited displays. The main gallery also showcases historic mining murals by Irwin Hoffman.
The basement contains numerous exhibits regarding radioactivity, fossils, basic geology, gemstones, meteorites, ultraviolet minerals and underground mining illumination. The outdoor geologic trail features seven outcrops with various geologic and paleontological points of interest, including fossilized dinosaur tracks, logs and leaves.
ROCKY MOUNTAIN QUILT MUSEUM
200 Violet Street, Unit 140 (map)
303-277-0377
CLOSED New Year's Day, Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas
MAIN GALLERY
Photos, Pixels & Pizzazz: Caryl Bryer Fallert-Gentry
(through October 19, 2024)
Caryl is an influential, award winning quilt maker best known for her organic, curved seam designs, her scintillating use of color, and her multilevel illusions of light and motion. Her attention to detail has earned her a reputation for fine craftsmanship as well as stunning designs.
NORTHEAST GALLERY
Appliqué is My Super Power | Joan Duncan
(through October 19, 2024)
Everyone has something they are really good at, be it sports, cooking, games, decorating, etc. Joan happens to be very good at making quilts, and appliqué in particular.
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Live Workouts with Community Center Pros
When: All day
Our very own Group Fitness Instructors will be doing LIVE WORKOUTS!
In addition to our LIVE WORKOUTS with your Golden Community Center Fitness Instructors, We have added a YouTube Channel! If you can't make the LIVE workout you can still have your favorite instructor in your own home! We add previously recorded workouts everyday to https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrni5jjFr8ip4eNUB63KIvA
If you are a Silver Sneaker Member you can also go to SilverSneakers FaceBook page and see live classes or their web page https://tools.silversneakers.com/ to sign in for On-Demand Classes!
Don't forget to check the LIVE Fitness Schedule for updates and links. https://groupexpro.com/schedule/726/?view=calendar
Baby Time
When: 9:15-9:45AM
Where: Golden Library, 1019 10th Street, Golden, CO
Help the littlest minds develop and grow. Bounce, sing, rhyme and read with your baby!
Register
Call In: Mid-Morning Meditation
When: 10-10:30AM
Call in from any location to alleviate stress, calm the mind, and focus on setting positive intentions with the Jefferson Center for Mental Health's weekly wellness meditation. Simply call 303-502-5189 to join. For previously recorded sessions, visit jeffcolibrary.org.
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Library for All: Interactive Program for Adults with Disabilities
When: 11AM-12PM
Where: Golden Library, 1019 10th Street, Golden, CO
The library is more than a collection of books -- it's a place where everyone can learn, play and create! We welcome adults with disabilities and their caregivers to make crafts, create art, play games, explore the library, and enjoy music, Story Times, and guest speakers. Each program is tailored to the audience's unique interests and ability levels.
Vaccine, License & Microchip Clinic
When: 3-4:30PM
Where: Foothills Animal Shelter, 580 McIntyre Street, Golden, CO
- Rabies: $25
- Distemper/Parvo ((DA2PPV): $25
- Bordetella: $25
- Microchip: $35
- Licenses: $20 *
- *Please note, licenses are required for all dogs 4 months and older within unincorporated Jefferson County and the cities of Arvada, Edgewater, Golden, Lakewood, and Wheat Ridge. Proof of current rabies vaccination is required when renewing your license.
- Please make sure your dog is on a leash. You will accompany your dog into the Community Room where staff will vaccinate your dog and provide you with your paperwork.
Golden Women in Business Happy Hour*
When: 4:30-6:30PM
Where: Fire Crafted, 16500 South Golden Road, Unit 118, Golden, CO
The Heat of the Moment! Come explore the creations of Fire-Crafted! Products are thoughtful, sustainable, responsible, and upcycled from retired fire equipment.
Combining a love of public service and crafting into handmade products that are sustainable and reduce harmful impacts on the environment.
*GWiB’s Happy Hours are open to all GWiB Members. We want potential new members to check out our events before committing, so we invite you to attend two events (Book Club, Happy Hour or Table Talks) free of charge. After that, please become a member or pay the small drop in fee of $10/event. Happy Hour hosts need to be a GWiB member.
Run Club
When: 6PM
Where: Runners Roost, 2120 Ford Street, Golden, CO
3-5 Mile no-drop runs for all paces.
Join us for some casual miles around Golden and drinks after!
Free parking is available at Runners Roost Golden for all participants. Contact goldenrunnersroost.com with any questions about routes, pace, or other details. ALL are welcome!
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Golden Game Guild Mini Paint Night
When: 6-9PM
Where: Golden Game Guild, 1209 Washington Avenue, Golden, CO
Come in and paint your minis! This casual event is designed to offer a time for mini painters to come and paint together! Bring your own paints or use ours! Our library features complimentary paints for you to use while you are here!
Admission: $10 / $5 for Students
Mines Community Meeting
When: 6PM
Agenda:
1. Campus Operational Updates and Key Dates
2. Campus Construction Updates
3. Capital Planning Updates
The Mines Community Meeting is scheduled to start at 6:00 p.m. sharp. Please use this Zoom link to join the meeting:https://mines.zoom.us/j/91517013986
Note that you will be placed in a virtual ‘waiting room’ until the Mines host admits you to the room at 6:00 p.m. sharp. We look forward to meeting with you!
Mobility & Transportation Advisory Board Meeting
When: 6PM
Where: City Hall Council Chambers, 911 10th Street, Golden, CO
Denver West Quilt Artists Group Meeting
When: 6-8PM
Where: Golden Quilt Company, 1108 Washington Avenue, Golden, CO
The shop will be open at 5:30 p.m. for socializing, networking, and shopping. The meeting starts at 6:00 p.m. and finishes at 8:00 p.m.
Join us - no fee, not a guild, just a group of people who like to quilt, share ideas, and meet others like us.
If there are any weather concerns, Golden Quilt Company follows the Jefferson County School closure schedule. If schools are closed, the shop will be closed, and we’ll skip the meeting until the following month. Meetings are the fourth Thursday of every month except in November and December.
Send questions to Susan.Moser@QuiltArtists.com
$5 Yoga Class - Restorative Yoga
When: 6:45PM
Where: Unite Fitness, 2600 East Street, Golden, CO
