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  • Día de Muertos Celebration

    Featured Día de Muertos Celebration
    Fine Arts Center 30 W. Dale St., Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Join us for a special community gathering for Día de Muertos, a celebration of life that demonstrates remembrance, love, and respect for those who have gone before us. Contribute to a community ofrenda, watch live music and performances, engage with hands-on art activities, see ofrendas created by local school and community groups, and more! This […]

  • Raquel’s Purple Pineapple Adventures

    Featured Raquel’s Purple Pineapple Adventures
    Fine Arts Center 30 W. Dale St., Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    In this bilingual show, you’ll hear a mix of English and Spanish. But don’t worry! No matter which language you speak, you and your kids will easily be able to follow along. All Raquel wants to do is help her family run their campground in the Colorado mountains, but the worst has happened: summer school! […]

  • Care of Indigenous Jewelry

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    Fine Arts Center 30 W. Dale St., Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    In recognition of National Native American Heritage Month, join collections staff in the Agents of Care gallery for a special program on the care of indigenous jewelry. Learn about the special protective enclosures used to keep jewelry safe, how these works are cleaned and restored, and projects the museum is undertaking to increase access to, […]

  • Festive Foil: Repujado Holiday Creations

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    Bemis School of Art 818 Pelham Pl, Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Level A – All levels welcome. Repujado, the art of metal embossing, is a technique used to create beautiful, dimensional designs on thin aluminum sheets. In this festive course, you’ll learn the basics of repujado—tracing, embossing, and finishing—while crafting your own shimmering holiday ornaments. Perfect for beginners and art lovers alike, this workshop combines cultural […]

  • FAC Closed Except for Theatre Performances

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    Fine Arts Center 30 W. Dale St., Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    The Fine Arts Center will be CLOSED Nov. 24–28 except for theatre performances. We will resume normal operating hours on Saturday, Nov. 29.

  • Ask the Actors

    Featured Mary Poppins
    Fine Arts Center 30 W. Dale St., Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Curious about the lifestyle of a theatre professional? What’s it take to slip into a character night after night? Stay in your seats after the show for a curated discussion with the cast and creatives and satiate your curiosity. This event will begin immediately following the Nov. 30,  2 p.m. performance of Mary Poppins  This […]

  • Sewing 101

    Featured Sewing 101
    Fine Arts Center 30 W. Dale St., Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Level A – All levels welcome. Do you have a sewing machine you yearn to know how to use? Come join us as we go over the basics needed for a variety of types of garment sewing and are catered to you and your interests! We will talk about patterns, fabric types, thread types, and […]

  • Holiday Member Mixer and Tour

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    Fine Arts Center 30 W. Dale St., Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Let’s get merry and bright! Join us for a special edition of our monthly member tours, this time with extra holiday sparkle. From 4-5 p.m. join a behind-the-scenes tour of the Colorado College Arts and Crafts studios and the annual Arts and Crafts Fair, led by CC’s very own Arts and Crafts Director, Rebecca Parker. From printmaking to […]

  • First Friday Art Party

    Featured First Friday Art Party
    Fine Arts Center 30 W. Dale St., Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Join us for our First Friday Art Party from 5–8 p.m. Enjoy the stunning ambiance offered by our chic, historic venue. Free museum admission, including all current exhibitions Holiday music from Colin McAllister Art in Deco Lounge by David Vincent Gonzales Buy one get one free tickets to the Dec. 5 performance of Mary Poppins (use […]

  • Bemis Community Printshop: Block Printed Holiday Cards

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    Fine Arts Center 30 W. Dale St., Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    In collaboration with the Colorado College Art Department, the Bemis School of Art is thrilled to launch the Bemis Community Printshop — a new space for creative exploration in Colorado Springs! Our goal is to foster a welcoming community where artists of all levels can access professional printmaking facilities and feel inspired to experiment and […]

  • CC Darkroom Club Presents: Cavity

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    Fine Arts Center 30 W. Dale St., Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Colorado College's Darkroom Club presents the opening of their fall semester show, CAVITY. Students in the club shot, printed, submitted, and collectively chose photographs with the prompt of CAVITY. Interpretations of the theme include absence, longing, holes, darkness, teeth, and more. Enjoy refreshments and snacks at the opening event (free with museum admission).

  • Center Stage: Theatre Nights with a Twist

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    Fine Arts Center 30 W. Dale St., Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Step into an evening of charm and surprise before the curtain rises on Mary Poppins, and make your night out practically perfect in every way! This special Center Stage event begins with a Mary Poppins-themed cocktail designed just for the night. With drink in hand, you’ll enjoy a live performance by our card magician, who […]

  • Craft Lab: Needle Felting Your New Year’s Motto

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    Bemis School of Art 818 Pelham Pl, Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Craft a small felted banner or pocket talisman that carries your 2026 intention. Learn needle-felting basics—tool safety, shaping, color blending—and simple lettering techniques to translate a word or short phrase into wool. Choose from soft, natural palettes or go bold; finish with a dowel or pin-back for display or everyday carry. Beginner-friendly; all materials provided. […]

  • Wreaths Yule Love

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    Bemis School of Art 818 Pelham Pl, Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Level A – All levels welcome. Celebrate the winter with nature. Join us in making wreaths from nature, creating a log to celebrate the New Year, and creating a beautiful natural garland to bring the outside inside, in this cold time. There may even be some hot cider to enjoy as we create. There is a […]

  • Yoga at the FAC

    Featured Yoga at the FAC
    Fine Arts Center 30 W. Dale St., Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Join us for yoga with instructor Dominika Kamionka in our beautiful glass-walled Smith Family gallery. Participants are invited to stay and enjoy the museum after class. All experience levels are welcome. Tickets $12 per person (includes museum admission) FAC Members receive a 10% discount! Not a member? Join today TICKETS Please bring your own mat. Water […]

  • Musical Theatre Karaoke

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    Fine Arts Center 30 W. Dale St., Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Step into the spotlight and join us for Musical Theatre Karaoke — right on the mainstage and on the set of Mary Poppins! Sing your favorite show tunes, belt out Broadway classics, and live your theatre dreams under the lights. Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just love to sing along, this is your chance […]

  • Batik-Like Tapestries

    Featured Batik-Like Tapestries
    Fine Arts Center 30 W. Dale St., Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Join us for this class where you will get an introduction to using watercolor paints and oil pastels as a resist medium to make a batik like work of art on muslin cloth. Students will also learn how to use a simple running stitch to sew their work of art onto a felt piece for […]

  • Bemis Community Printshop: Open Sessions

    Featured Bemis Community Printshop: Open Sessions
    Bemis School of Art 818 Pelham Pl, Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    In collaboration with the Colorado College Art Department, the Bemis School of Art is thrilled to launch the Bemis Community Printshop — a new space for creative exploration in Colorado Springs! Our goal is to foster a welcoming community where artists of all levels can access professional printmaking facilities and feel inspired to experiment and […]

  • Wellness: Poetry of Self-Love

    Featured Wellness: Poetry of Self-Love
    Fine Arts Center 30 W. Dale St., Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Level A – All levels welcome.Love is a staple in the world of poetry, though generally reserved for the lover, the relative, or even a special object or place, but this course aims to shift the focus of love towards the self. We will enter the conversation of love poetry through various examples and exercises, […]

  • Art Conservation

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    Fine Arts Center 30 W. Dale St., Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Join collections staff on this special behind-the-scenes tour of the new exhibition, Gathering Place. Together we will look at the conservation work that went into making the exhibition a reality. Discover how the conservation process works, what discussions and considerations have to happen to inform repairs, and see before, during, and after treatment photos of […]

  • Member Moments: Mary Poppins Stage Secrets Revealed

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    Fine Arts Center 30 W. Dale St., Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Members: How does Mary Poppins pull a hat stand out of a carpet bag, or tidies a room with a snap of her fingers? Step onto the stage for an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the theatrical magic that brings Mary Poppins to life. From collapsing kitchens to gravity-defying surprises, you’ll discover the clever stagecraft and […]

  • FAC Closed Except for Theatre Performances and Holiday Programming

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    Fine Arts Center 30 W. Dale St., Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    The Fine Arts Center will be CLOSED Dec. 20, 2025–Jan. 6, 2026 except for theatre performances and holiday programming; January's First Friday Party has been canceled. We will resume normal operating hours on Wednesday, Jan. 7.

  • Pictures with Santa

    Featured Pictures with Santa
    Fine Arts Center 30 W. Dale St., Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Make this holiday season extra special! Bring the family to visit Santa and Mrs. Claus, and snap a festive photo to remember. Kids can enjoy coloring stations while you grab a snack or drink from our concessions. Want to make it a true holiday adventure? After seeing Santa, step into the magic with Mary Poppins! […]

  • Sunday Brunch

    Featured Sunday Brunch
    Fine Arts Center 30 W. Dale St., Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Tickets $60 adults | $20 children (12 and under) View the Menu Make your holiday celebration at the Fine Arts Center even more delightful with a special Sunday Brunch! Join us for an elegant dining experience featuring a delicious chef-prepared buffet—the perfect pairing before an afternoon performance of Mary Poppins. Enjoy a mouthwatering menu including […]

  • Mary Poppins

    Featured Mary Poppins
    Fine Arts Center 30 W. Dale St., Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Mr. Banks is a joyless workaholic. Mrs. Banks feels useless and unfulfilled. The children have scared off yet another nanny with their wild ways. Their need for help is heard by a hero, who comes wielding an umbrella and doesn’t need a cape. This classic tale of a struggling family brought back together by a […]

  • Craft Lab: Tiny Felt Sewing Project

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    Fine Arts Center 30 W. Dale St., Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Join us for an introduction to simple sewing and embroidery using a simple small pattern, felt, a needle, and embroidery thread. There will be several projects to choose from where you will learn a few sewing stitches such as the blanket stitch, and the running stitch. We will explore creative ideas that will hopefully inspire […]

  • Member Tour: Gathering Place: Permanent Collection Reinstallation

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    Fine Arts Center 30 W. Dale St., Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Members: Join FAC Museum staff for a guided tour of A Gathering Place: Permanent Collection Reinstallation, with a special focus on the modern and contemporary artworks featured in the exhibition. The tour explores the way movement—of people, ideas, goods, and more—have shaped the physical and cultural landscape of the Southwest. RSVP

  • Member Moments: Get Muddy with Intro to Wheel Throwing

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    Bemis School of Art 818 Pelham Pl, Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Ready to spin some clay? Learn the basics of wheel throwing in this hands-on class where you’ll prep, center, and shape your own creations with expert guidance. It’s messy, meditative, and a whole lot of fun, perfect for curious beginners! Supplies will be provided. Member Moments is a series of workshops designed exclusively for our members to experience […]

  • Bemis Community Printshop: Explore Intaglio Printmaking without Chemicals

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    Fine Arts Center 30 W. Dale St., Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    In collaboration with the Colorado College Art Department, the Bemis School of Art is thrilled to launch the Bemis Community Printshop — a new space for creative exploration in Colorado Springs! Our goal is to foster a welcoming community where artists of all levels can access professional printmaking facilities and feel inspired to experiment and […]

  • Spark! A Night of Creativity

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    Fine Arts Center 30 W. Dale St., Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Ages: 18+ Attire: 80s or 90s themed (encouraged, not required!) Tickets Early Bird (until Dec. 31, 2025): $30  |  Regular Price: $40  |  Day of: $45 Members receive $5 off any ticket price! GET TICKETS Get ready to relive your childhood at Spark: A Night of Creativity—an after-hours adventure where grown-ups get to play! Step […]

  • Member Tour: Ana María Hernando

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    Fine Arts Center 30 W. Dale St., Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Members: Experience the exhibition Ana María Hernando: Cantando Bajito (Singing Softly) firsthand with artist Ana María Hernando as she leads members through her immersive tulle installations. Joined by the exhibition curator Katja Rivera, she'll share the inspirations, materials, and stories that shape her work. This guided tour offers a rare opportunity to explore the exhibition directly through […]

  • Intro to Handbuilding Ceramics

    Featured Intro to Handbuilding Ceramics
    Bemis School of Art 818 Pelham Pl, Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Get ready to get your hands dirty in this exciting ceramic class! We will dive into the world of clay using fun handbuilding techniques with plenty of room for playful experimentation. We will shape, sculpt, and decorate unique creations, all while discovering the magic of clay. Whether you’re making cool sculptures or fun functional pieces, […]

  • First Friday Downtown

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    Fine Arts Center 30 W. Dale St., Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Join us for First Friday Downtown from 5–8 p.m. Enjoy: Opening day for our newest museum exhibition Ana María Hernando: Cantando Bajito (Singing Softly) Free museum admission to all current exhibitions Latin jazz music from Tidal Breeze Elevated concessions and drinks—including wine flights—available for purchase in the Deco Lounge The Fine Arts Center is proud to […]

  • Pastel Landscape with a Watercolor Twist

    Featured Pastel Landscape with a Watercolor Twist
    Bemis School of Art 818 Pelham Pl, Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Join us as we learn to create a colorful pastel landscape that starts with a layer of pastel on watercolor paper that is washed into the paper, creating a beautiful foundational backdrop. From this underpainting, the process of layering the chalk pastels begins with the use of vibrant pastels and fixative sprays creating a pastel […]

  • From Sheep to Felt

    Featured From Sheep to Felt
    Bemis School of Art 818 Pelham Pl, Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Level A – All levels welcome. Learn about sheep physiology, characteristics, varieties, and lifeways. Understand the process of shearing, processing, dying, and uses of different kinds of wool to achieve different effects and to make different objects for fun and function. We will take a look at felting traditions, experiments and create a tailored kit […]

  • The Roommate

    Featured The Roommate
    Fine Arts Center 30 W. Dale St., Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Midwestern housewife Sharron never had a roommate before, but after her divorce she needs help to pay the bills. Enter brash New Yorker Robyn, who may or may not have some questionable reasons why she needed out of the city. This funny and deeply moving play—recently seen on Broadway starring Patti LuPone and Mia Farrow—examines […]