Denver Art Museum

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"A major art institution with an extensive collection spanning many periods and styles, offering free admission for children and deep cultural offerings for visitors." - Lauren Dana Ellman Lauren Dana Ellman Lauren Dana Ellman is a New York-based writer and editor who specializes in travel, lifestyle, food, and shopping content. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

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"Denver is known for its proximity to the Rocky Mountains, making it a great spot for outdoor activities and city exploration."

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"Serious art lovers, this one’s for you. The city’s biggest art museum is a bustling hub at the center of the Golden Triangle Creative District known for both its vast permanent collection and its blockbuster temporary exhibitions. Before you even step foot inside, you can admire the show-stopping architecture: a fortress-like building designed by Gio Ponti in 1971 and a newer building by Daniel Libeskind that evokes the jagged shapes of the Rocky Mountains. Inside, both art experts and novices can find things to love. An extensive collection of Native American Art is one of the best in the world; Claude Monet’s Waterloo Bridge, Sunlight Effect stops people in their tracks; and kids will enjoy hunting down the family-friendly activity centers scattered throughout the building. Grab a map at the entrance and don’t forget to check out the first floor gift shop for a treasure trove of glimmering vases and artsy gifts." - Megan Barber, Nicholas DeRenzo

Art and Culture in Denver

"The DAM has exhibits showcasing everything from Spanish Colonial art to American Indian art, Asian and African works, and highlights from contemporary artists. As a bonus, your ticket to the DAM includes admission to the Clyfford Still Museum on the same campus, an engaging — and thorough — collection of the late painter’s most intriguing work." - MATADOR_NETWORK

"With over 70,000 works of art, the Denver Art Museum can't be fully taken in during just one visit.Itspermanent collection has a number of focuses, including art of the region, but it also contains works from farther afield. The museum began in 1893 as the Denver Artists’ Club, and the growing collection was moved around town untila purpose-built museum was constructed in 1949. Since then, the facility has continued to expand, and the museum nowtakes up more than 350,000 square feet.An extensive calendar offers special events and programming forfamilies, students, and adults."