Museo de las Americas

This modern contemporary exhibit is curated by Frank Lucero and features Latinx artists including: Alejandra Abad, Sierra Montoya Barela, Jaime Carrejo, Jacob Gutierrez, Frank T. Martinez, George Perez, Diego Rodriguez-Warner. “Being Latino is not a singular experience. We must be open to new cultural interpretations and identities. Este es quien soy. This is who I am. This exhibit explores the threshold between a previous way of structuring our Latino identity, time, and community. Liminal Space is a transitional and transformative…

Join Janel the Seamstress on July 13th from 2pm to 4pm for a sewing workshop at Museo. Learn basic sewing skills as you make your own Frida Kahlo Pillow. Materials included. Limited number of seats available.

Opening Reception Altar'd Continuum: Resistance and Empowerment in Sacred Spaces Join Museo for the opening reception of the upcoming exhibition, Altar'd Continuum: Resistance and Empowerment in Sacred Spaces. Guest curated by Danielle N. Cunningham and Mary Grace Bernard. The altar is a focal point of both a physical and non-physical space for personalized ritual exchange between humans and the divine. This exhibition includes 11 artists: Sierra Montoya Barela, Alma Trevizo, Ester Hernandez, Jolene Yazzie, Judy Miranda, Yreina Cervantez, Rose B.…

Testigos / Witnesses is our powerful, timely photography exhibit that presents larger-than-life portraits of the indigenous Otomi community in Mexico that creates traditional amate paper, on which the portraits are printed, and which was once banned by the Spanish for its close association with indigenous culture and empowerment. Born out of a friendship that developed between Gaal and Otomi artisan Genaro Fuentes Trejo, Testigos / Witnesses is about Life, Death, Culture and Time. Gaal brings his full artistic power to this exhibition, weaving together photography and…

For the first time ever, Museo de Las Americas is joining Denver’s Month of Photography with an impressive photography exhibit entitled La Nueva Cara / The New Face that combines iconic images from some of the world’s most famous photographers including Hal Gould, Imogen Cunningham and Sebastião Salgado, with over fifty juried selections from local and emerging photographers. Now through April 17 - Reserve your tickets now! With only a short run, this special pop-up show is a hot ticket…

Don’t Look Away: Museo de las Americas collaborates with Latina Safehouse and Art and Color to present a Transformative Exhibition challenging the taboo of domestic violence in the Latinx Community, and celebrating the strength of survivors.* Museo de las Americas is joining forces with Latina SafeHouse and Art and Color to present a powerful, taboo-shattering exhibition entitled SOMOS: On Domestic Violence, and Healing. Opening Reception with a Cinco de Mayo folklorico performance by Las Adelitas on Wednesday May 5, 6-9…

The presents the Americas COVID-19 Memorial, an artist-driven exhibit acknowledging the grave impact the COVID-19 pandemic has had on the Americas. While the Americas account for approximately 13% of the world’s population it has experienced nearly 50% of the world’s COVID-19 deaths, with over 1.9 million lives lost. Featuring artwork from 21 artists across the Western Hemisphere that address this disproportionate impact, this exhibition aims to serve as a space for shared reflection, collective grieving, and healing through art. Biennial Events…

SMOKING MIRRORS: Visual Histories of Identity, Resistance, and Resilience. An Art Exhibition curated by the Chicano/a Murals of Colorado Project. Exhibit: Now thru February 26, 2022 Hours: Tuesday – Friday: Noon to 6 pm Saturdays: Noon to 5 pm Sunday & Monday: Closed This visual arts exhibit curated by the Chicano/a Murals of Colorado Project will honor the Colorado Chicano/a tradition of using public art and murals in service to the people and communities that are historically dehumanized and oppressed…

Join Museo de Las Americas for this festive Annual Celebration in collaboration with The Denver Foundation, where we will be celebrating Irving Tragen's 100th birthday, his legacy, and his impact on Museo's community and art collection. Local artist, Chelsea Lewinski, will be live painting at Noche de Museo. It will be an unforgettable evening with vibrant dance and music performances, exquisite food, a silent & live auction, and more! Get your ticket today!

Curious about what 2023 has in store for you? Artist Cal Duran will be doing card readings on First Friday. Enjoy free admission and explore Museo's current exhibition. Cost of card readings: $10/15 min. or $20/30 min. Bar & Foodtruck

Join us for Cultural First Friday! FREE general admission from 5 pm to 9 pm. Get ready to immerse yourself in the magic of Dia de Muertos! We can't wait to see you at Museo de las Americas for a night full of art, tradition, and community. We will have the following family-friendly activities: Procession: Join us at 6 PM for a memorable procession in collaboration with the Arts District on Santa Fe, CHAC, and the Office of Council Woman…