The Friday Tour
When: All day
Where: Colorado Railroad Museum, 17155 W. 44th Avenue, Golden, CO
10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.
Each Friday, join us for an hour of exploring a different aspect of Colorado’s railroad history. Each tour covers a specific theme and on these dates our focus will be: Locomotives!
Tours are subject to change and are based on guide availability. Each week’s theme is explored using a variety of museum resources to help bring the subject to life with the understanding that guests are welcome to continue their visit on their own after the tour.
Friday Tour Tickets - $3 each plus General Admission ($10 adults, $5 kids 2-15, $8 seniors 60+).
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CURRENT EXHIBITS AT THE MUSEUMS
When: All day
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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
The winners of the Center for Railroad Photography & Art’s 2024 John E. Gruber Creative Photography Contest have been announced, and these award-winning images are now on display at the Museum.
Without Words
Shining a spotlight on how railroaders have communicated over the years using sight, sound and code
LOWER GALLERY
Hidden from History: A Century of Women in Railroading
This captivating display explores the invaluable contributions of women in the railroad industry over a 100-year period, showcasing their roles in a field traditionally dominated by men.
FOOTHILLS ART CENTER - ASTOR HOUSE
1133 Arapahoe Street (map)
303-279-3922
CLOSED New Year's Day, President's Day, Easter, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve Day
Red Rocks Community College Visual Audio and Media Arts
(through March 30, 2025)
Annual show of multimedia and graphic design featuring the students from RRCC. Photography, videography, advertising design and package design feature the creative process of commercial oriented art forms.
2025 Members' Show
(through April 20, 2025)
Our annual love letter to the talented community of artists that supports us
as members.
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
Clear Creek Room: The Heart of Golden
Surrounded by North and South Table Mountains, Clear Creek has drawn people to this area for millennia.
We Are Still Here: The Endurance of Native Jewels
(through August 2025)
In this exhibit, we define jewel as both a precious item as well as a woman of strength and importance. Explore how Indigenous women have persevered through hundreds of years of oppression and numerous attempts to destroy their culture. Featuring modern Native fashions that utilize ancient Indigenous jewels, learn about prominent Native women in contemporary American society. Not only are Native Americans still here; they have endured, and they are thriving.
Discovery Awaits: Indigenous Connections, Epic Events, Legendary People, andthe Touch Gallery. A new Jolly Rancher exhibit is in the works and will open in 2025.
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
Stars Over the Rockies
(through April 19, 2025)
Stellar means exceptional or outstanding. It also means of or relating to stars. Stellar Quilts, then, are star quilts that are also exceptional quilts. Judy Martin’s design skill shines like the stars in this exhibit of her star quilts from 2000-2022. From patriotic, to classic 2 color, to vibrant – vibrating color combinations, Judy’s ability to combine colors and multiple stars and star blocks – will have you seeing stars everywhere.
NORTHEAST GALLERY
19th Century Blues: It's More Than Indigo
(through April 19, 2025)
This traveling exhibit includes 25 study quilts made by members of the American Quilt Study Group. These quilts have been inspired by an historic quilt representing the exhibit theme and study period, and signage describes the inspiration quilt and the learning experience of the maker.
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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
Golden History Tours
When: All day
Golden History Tours offers Wild West Walking Tours, Pub Crawls, Ghost Tours, and more! If you don't see a scheduled tour on a particular date, you can book a tour at a custom time.
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VALENTINE'S DAY DRINK and DINING Specials
When: All day
BARRELS & BOTTLES
1055 Orchard Street
303-353-9832
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BRIDGEWATER GRILL @ the Golden Hotel
800 11th Street
303-279-2010
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DIRTY DOGS ROADHOUSE
17999 W. Colfax Avenue
303-384-3644
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FOOTPRINTS @ Fossil Trace
3050 Illinois Street
303-277-8755
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GOLDEN CITY BREWERY
920 12th Street
303-279-8092
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INDULGE BISTRO & WINE BAR
1299 Washington Avenue
303-277-9991
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NOMAD TAQUERIA + BEER GARDEN
18485 W. Colfax Avenue
303-215-2511
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TABLE MOUNTAIN INN GRILL & CANTINA
1310 Washington Avenue
303-216-8040
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Winter Bike To Work Day Waffle Bar
When: 8-10AM
Where: The Bent Gate Mountaineering, 1313 Washington Avenue, Golden, CO
Make your commute the best part of your day. Join Way to Go and thousands of riders — and organizations — this Winter Bike to Work Day! Pledge to swap a ride in your car for a ride on two wheels on Friday, February 14, and fall in love with your commute. Visit stations and local businesses to get in on the fun!
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Teen Vision Board Workshop
When: 10AM-12PM
Where: Foothills Art Center - Creative Campus, 809 15th Street, Golden, CO
t’s Valentine’s Day and what better way to show self-love then to create a vision board for YOU! Vision boards are a fun and unique way to celebrate yourself and set intentions for the new year. Come get creative by yourself or bring a group of friends to enjoy the day off from school. Valentine treats will be provided, and you can even make a Valentine for someone special time permitting.
Toddler Time - Registration Required
When: 10:15-10:45AM
Where: Golden Library, 1019 10th Street, Golden, CO
Your little one is constantly on the move. Help their mind stay active, too. Get them ready to read by singing, rhyming, dancing and telling stories together.
Registration required
8th Annual Valentine's Day Beer + Chocolate Truffle Pairing!
When: 12-9PM
Where: New Terrain Brewing Company, 16401 Table Mountain Pkwy, Golden, CO
Love is in the air, so join us for a flavordome of deliciousness this Valentine's Day! We have joined up with the Master Chocolatiers at Piece, Love & Chocolate to showcase five of our brews with five perfectly crafted truffles! This year we are offering THREE DAYS for you to come claim your pairing:
* Thursday, Feb. 13
* Friday, Feb. 14
* Saturday, Feb. 15
Just purchase your ticket(s); then come in at any time on any of those three days to claim your pairing. Check out the tantalizing tastebud experience below.
* Walk in the Parfait Raspberry Lemon Yogurt Sour + White Chocolate Truffle
* Limoncello Groove Cream Ale + Olive Oil Lemon Truffle
* Horchata Express Horchata Stout + Almond Truffle
* Golden Haze IPA + Passion Fruit Truffle
* Barrel-Aged Shadowland Imperial Stout + Caramel Pecan Turtle Truffle
Pajama / Lingerie Party
When: 4PM
Where: Rock Rest Lodge, 16005 Old Golden Road, Pleasant View, CO
It’s time to get cheeky!!
Dress up or dress down for Rock Rest’s annual pajama/ lingerie party this Valentine’s Day!
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What’s Lava Got to do With It? Valentines Lecture for Volcano Lovers
When: 5-7PM
Where: Martin G. Lockley Discovery Center, 17681 W. Alameda Parkway, Golden, CO
Colorado’s past includes volcanic eruptions and lava flows, as well as dinosaurs- what a combo! Volcanologist Dr. Libby Prueher will share fascinating details about the Centennial State’s explosive past in this fun alternative to other Valentine’s Night options – which is not to say there won’t be treats and drinks, because there will be! Come hang out and bring all your burning questions (and feel free to dress up for the occasion)!
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Valentine's Day Partner Yoga & Cacao
When: 5:30-7PM
Where: PranaTonic Yoga & Wellness, 1224 Washington Avenue, Suite 210, Golden
Celebrate love and connection this Valentine’s Day with a heart-centered evening of cacao and partner yoga. Immerse yourself in a warm, inclusive space designed to nurture intimacy and deepen connection. Open your heart in a sacred cacao ceremony, and enjoy a playful and interactive partner yoga practice, blending movement, breath, and mutual support to foster trust and connection.
Bring a romantic partner or a close friend! This LGBTQ+ friendly event is open to all, offering a welcoming environment for everyone to share the joy of meaningful connection.
Reserve your spot today and give yourself the gift of love, community, and togetherness!
Love and Laughter~ A Valentines Day Comedy Show
When: 7:30PM
Where: Gnarly's, 1224 Washington Avenue, Suite 200, Golden, CO
Headliner: Austin Black
Featuring: Phillip Cano, Marae, Ali Kareem, Mo Vida and Bear Love Comedy
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Love Letters
When: 7:30PM
Where: Miners Alley Performing Arts Center, 1103 Arapahoe Street, Golden, CO
Valentine’s Weekend Only! Love Letters is an intimate and touching play that traces the lifelong relationship between two friends through their written correspondence, revealing the power of words and the deep connection that endures across time. Written by A.R. Gurney, directed by Warren Sherrill, and starring MAPAC’S own Lisa DeCaro and Len Matheo, it’s a poignant exploration of love, missed opportunities, and enduring bonds.
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