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  • Thread Talks! Alisa Banks: Unerased

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

    Members: Step into an exhibit full of fabric, memory, and unexpected stories. We’ll explore how personal objects can spark big questions and discover how art can speak without saying a word. Along the way, we’ll follow our noses too — sniffing and discovering a variety of scents that bring the artworks to life in surprising […]

  • Member Tour: Architecture of the FAC

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

    Members: Explore the architectural legacy of John Gaw Meem, an influential American architect based in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Meem is best known for his pioneering work in the Pueblo Revival Style and advocacy for Regionalism against international modernism. Our tour, led by local architectural historian Chuck Benson, delves into Meem's innovative fusion of Art […]

  • First Friday Art Party

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    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 live music from guitarist Colin McAllister in the stunning ambiance offered by our chic, historic venue. Free museum admission, including all current exhibitions Drinks and snacks available for purchase in the Deco Lounge FREE downtown shuttle, THE ZEB, running along Tejon Street to downtown art galleries […]

  • FAC Members Law & Disorder Downtown History Stroll

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

    FAC Members: We’ve partnered with the Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum for this half-mile guided stroll through downtown Colorado Springs. Explore how Colorado Springs officials fought to remain a “dry town” in “wet times,” the captivating story of how the Colorado Springs Citizens Committee worked to run the KKK out of town in the 1920s, and […]

  • A Touchy Subject: How Human Interaction Impacts Art

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

    Join the museum collections team in the Agents of Care gallery for a special behind-the-scenes program exploring how human interaction impacts museum collections. Through observation and discussion, we’ll explore the lasting effects human touch can have on artwork. This program provides an insight into how museums care for objects and how visitors contribute to the […]

  • Squaring the Circle — with Quilts!

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

    Imagine five friends in a quilting circle decide to make five quilts in a "round robin" sort of way.  Is it possible to find a way to pass quilts among five people so that each person works on each quilt, and no person passes to the same person twice?  The pursuit of an answer leads […]

  • Thread Talks! Alisa Banks: Unerased

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

    Members: Step into an exhibit full of fabric, memory, and unexpected stories. We’ll explore how personal objects can spark big questions and discover how art can speak without saying a word. Along the way, we’ll follow our noses too — sniffing and discovering a variety of scents that bring the artworks to life in surprising […]

  • Member Moments: Exhibition Preview Morning

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

    FAC Members: Join us at our members-only preview of Gathering Place: Permanent Collection Reinstallation before it opens to the public! Mingle with FAC staff and explore the exhibition at your own pace. We’ll also have a complimentary selection of coffee, tea, and breakfast bites for you to enjoy! Can't make it? The exhibition will be […]

  • Gathering Place Members Early Access Day

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

    FAC Members get early access to Gathering Place from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 5! Not a member? Join today! Gathering Place is the first comprehensive reinstallation of the museum’s first-floor galleries in nearly a decade. This powerful new exhibition invites our community to explore the diverse histories, cultures, and artistic voices of the Southwest, […]

  • Gathering Place Opening Day

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

    Gathering Place opens to the public on Saturday, Sept. 6, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.! And from 12–4 p.m., enjoy music and drop-in art making activities with Colorado College’s Arts and Crafts program. Gathering Place is the first comprehensive reinstallation of the museum’s first-floor galleries in nearly a decade. This powerful new exhibition invites our community to explore […]

  • Circle Up! A Gathering Place Tour

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

    FAC Member Art Explorer Tours for Kids Step into a world where stories, colors, and community come together! In this special Art Explorer Tour of Gathering Place: Permanent Collection Reinstallation, kids will explore how artists turn gathering places into magical spaces full of friendship and fun. RSVP This tour is open to children grades K through […]

  • Scriptorium con safos: Gathering Place

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

    Join us for a performance of Scriptorium con safos: Gathering Place by co-curator of Gathering Place, Josh T Franco. The durational performance will take place in the Fine Arts Center’s first-floor galleries. With no narrative structure, Franco’s presence in the galleries demonstrates his practice of making art history by hand and resonates with Gathering Place’s theme […]

  • Illuminate: Lighting the Way for the Arts

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

    Presented by the Fine Arts Center Foundation Board Step into the light and join us for ILLUMINATE, an extraordinary evening dedicated to celebrating the arts and the enduring light they bring to our community. Hosted by the Fine Arts Center Foundation Board of Directors, this vibrant gathering shines a spotlight on the Fine Arts Center’s rich […]

  • What Makes an Artist? The Art Students League of New York at the FAC

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

    The formation of the Art Students League of New York in 1875 marked a change in the landscape of art education. Brought forth by a desire to make art education more varied and accessible, the Art Students League was soon populated by students who would go on to be some of the most influential artists […]

  • Member Moments: Fix It, Frame It, Flaunt It: A Conservation Tour of Gathering Place

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

    Members: Ever wonder what it takes to get a work of art exhibition-ready? Members are invited to discover the secrets hiding just beneath the surface on this special walk-through of Gathering Place. Our collections team will pull back the curtain on the conservation work that brought this exhibition to life, from careful repairs and thoughtful […]

  • Open-Hearted Opening Day: Vaccine Clinic

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

    Vaccine Clinic, 2–4 p.m. Come get your fall flu and Covid vaccines at the FAC! Please either register with Safeway online in advance (make sure to select the clinic on Sept. 26) or drop by for your vaccines. Make sure to bring your insurance information (flu and Covid vaccines are free with insurance; we are […]

  • Open-Hearted Opening Day: Colorado College Roundtable

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

    Colorado College Roundtable, 4–6 p.m. Join us for a special event featuring an interdisciplinary group of Colorado College faculty and staff who will reflect on the themes of Open-Hearted, including the limits of neoliberal models of wellness and the need to think of health in a more systemic manner. Space is limited, so please RSVP. […]

  • Member Moments: The Art of the Theatrical Swordfight

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

    Members: How does a fight choreographer get from the simple stage direction “they fight” to a fully fledged and compelling piece of choreography? Venture behind the scenes with FAC Theatre Company’s Fight Director Samantha Egle for an engaging exploration of a fight's development process and a demonstration of theatrical swordplay. From misdirection to musicality, comedy […]

  • Wellness: Tuning In Making Mixer

    Featured Wellness: Tuning In Making Mixer
    Bemis School of Art 818 Pelham Pl, Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Join this making-mixer with three talented artists, where you will explore fun individual, collaborative, and improvisational techniques to create collages. You will stretch your creative muscles through playful art games and exercises combining drawing, cyanotype photography, collage, and sewing, no skills required. Bring snacks to share or not. We’ll have 60-second dance parties throughout to […]

  • Member Tour: Margarita Cabrera: Space in Between and Care

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

    Members: Join us for a special member tour of Margarita Cabrera: Space in Between and Care, led by the exhibition’s co-curators Rebecca Parker, Dr. Nancy Ríos, and Katja Rivera. Explore Cabrera’s vibrant and deeply layered textile sculptures that center stories of migration, labor, and healing and her large-scale installation which explores food sustainability, justice, and access in Colorado. […]

  • Center Stage: Theatre Nights with a Twist

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

    The game is afoot! Join us for Center Stage’s debut pre-theatre show party. Warm up with a themed cocktail, while you dive into a mad libs murder mystery that puts your imagination to the test. Solve the staged crime scene, collect prizes for your most “elementary” guesses, and dabble in a few other mysterious diversions […]

  • Member Moments: Make & Watch Glass in Action

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

    FAC Members: Experience an introduction to the world of hot glass and get hands-on as you design your own fused glass colorful piece to take home. Then stick around as our expert turns up the flame for a thrilling live demo of hot glass techniques. Supplies will be provided. Register This is a members-only event. […]

  • Creepy Crawly Collections

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

    Stop by the Agents of Care gallery from October 15 to 25 to explore a selection of creepy-crawly artworks that will put you in the Halloween spirit. Museum collections staff will be working in the gallery and available to discuss these works and their care on October 17 from 1 to 2 p.m.

  • Practically Perfect in Every Medium: Mary Poppins from Page to Screen to Stage

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

    P.L. Travers's Mary Poppins books are representative of the golden age of British children's literature initiated by Lewis Carrol's Alice in Wonderland. Like the Alice books, Peter and Wendy, The Wind and the Willows, and Winnie-the-Pooh, the Mary Poppins texts can be framed within the contexts of the Victorian and Edwardian eras: the periods when Britain reached the height of its global, cultural, and […]

  • Realistic Animal Drawing

    Featured Realistic Animal Drawing
    Bemis School of Art 818 Pelham Pl, Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Over the course of this class, you will learn how to accurately capture the form, texture, and personality of animals through detailed drawing techniques. We will practice shading, proportion, and contour to bring their subjects to life on paper. This class is ideal for young artists who are passionate about wildlife, nature, or illustration and […]

  • Exploring Mexican Folk Art: Repujado for Dia de Muertos

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

    Level A – All levels welcome. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll will learn the traditional Mexican technique of repujado — metal embossing on tin — to honor the rich heritage of Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead). We will explore the history and symbolism behind this meaningful holiday to create your own embossed metal […]

  • Calaveritas Literarias – The Funny Thing About Death

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

    Level A – All levels welcome. Find humor in the inevitability of death through this workshop that resurrects the traditional Mexican form, Calaverita Literarias. This playful form humorously recontextualizes and embraces the inevitable continuity of passing on, helps us to find peace in the strangeness of death, and serves as a celebration of life. Día […]

  • Beginning Wheel Throwing for Kids

    Featured Beginning Wheel Throwing for Kids
    Bemis School of Art 818 Pelham Pl, Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Starting early feels great. Learn the skills necessary to create bowls, plates, and vases on the potter’s wheel. From wedging the clay to glazing the finished form, this class provides an amazing foundation for all art and design mediums. No experience needed. Supplies will be provided.Please note: By registering for this class you are agreeing to adhere […]

  • Spirits of the Night Tequila and Food Tasting

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

    Tickets: $65 (Members receive at 10% discount) GET TICKETS Join us for an unforgettable evening as tequila specialist Josh Howard, independent spirits judge and consultant, guides you through the vibrant world and history of tequila. Discover the diverse flavors and types of this celebrated spirit and learn about the time-honored process of producing traditional tequila. […]

  • 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

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    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 […]

  • First Friday Art Party

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    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: Opening day for our newest museum exhibition Ana María Hernando: Cantando Bajito (Singing Softly) Free museum admission to all current exhibitions Latin fusion jazz music from Tidal Breeze Art in Deco Lounge by Justin Huebner Elevated concessions and drinks—including wine flights—available for purchase in […]

  • 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 […]

  • Craft Lab: Painting Wine Glasses

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

    Come paint on a wine glass. Enjoy time painting a unique personalized wine glass with a friend or on your own. Students will learn how to paint on a wine glass using acrylic enamel paints, no prior art experience is needed! Class will include all necessary supplies, such as wine glasses, and specialized paint. There is […]

  • Behind-the-Scenes Sunday

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

    Ever wonder, “how’d they do that?”? Well, unbox your inner theatre nerd with the Fine Arts Center Theatre Company staff for a thorough look at the special effects, backstage spaces, costume, and scene shops. This event will begin immediately following the Feb. 15, 2 p.m. performance of The Roommate. This event is free and open […]

  • Ask the Actors

    Featured The Roommate
    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 Feb. 22,  2 p.m. performance of The Roommate. This […]

  • Center Stage: Theatre Nights with a Twist

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

    Roll up your sleeves and raise your glass—Center Stage is going full “paint night.” With a themed cocktail in hand, you’ll create your own wildflower masterpiece as an art instructor guides you through each step. Expect color, laughter, and plenty of chances to chat with new friends as your canvas blooms into something uniquely yours. […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • Member Moments: Exhibition Preview Morning

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

    FAC Members: Join us at our members-only preview for an exclusive first look at both Where I Learned to Look: Art from the Yard before it opens to the public and celebrate the newly opened Ana María Hernando! Enjoy brief remarks and explore the exhibition at your own pace where you’ll with the FAC museum […]

  • Spring Exhibitions Opening on First Friday

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

    Celebrate the opening of two new museum exhibitions during First Friday at the Fine Arts Center: Ana María Hernando: Cantando Bajito (Singing Softly) and Where I Learned to Look: Art from the Yard. At 5:30 p.m. in the Deco Lounge, hear about each exhibition from artist Ana María Hernando and curator Josh T Franco. Explore […]

  • Rebels, Rascals and Geniuses: The Characters of the Broadmoor Art Academy

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

    The Broadmoor Art Academy drew an eclectic assortment of students, artists, and supporters where heiresses rubbed elbows with revolutionaries. In this illustrated lecture, some of the personalities behind the famous artwork will be explored and stereotypes of “staid Colorado Springs” will be challenged. This lecture coincides with the museum exhibition Gathering Place, on view through […]

  • Craft Lab: Ukrainian Egg Decorating (Pysanky)

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

    Explore the luminous folk tradition of pysanky—Ukrainian wax-resist egg decorating. Using a kistka (stylus), beeswax, and layered dyes, you’ll draw symbols, build color from light to dark, and reveal intricate patterns in the final wax melt. Learn the meaning of motifs, how to plan color sequences, and how to seal and preserve your work. All […]

  • Black and White Darkroom

    Featured Black and White Darkroom
    Bemis School of Art 818 Pelham Pl, Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Level I – This class is for those with some familiarity with the medium. This could include informal use of medium outside of the classroom. Join us in the darkroom to explore silver-process black and white film photography. You will learn how to develop film and create handcrafted gelatin-silver prints from your negatives. You will […]

  • 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, […]

  • Monkey See, Monkey Learn: The Curious World of Curious George

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

    Hans and Margaret Rey's Curious George series is one of the most beloved and successful picture-book series of all time. The texts' enduring power stems partly from the timeless beauty of Hans Rey's illustrations, and partly from the (cautious) celebration of the title character's curiosity, and, by extension, the celebration of childhood innocence. This talk […]

  • The Fine Arts Center Look Ahead: 2026–2027

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

    Save the date for a special First Friday Art Party as we unveil the 2026–27 theatre season, showcase upcoming museum exhibitions, and introduce exciting Bemis School of Art classes with live demos from our talented instructors! You don't want to miss out on all the fun and excitement, so be sure to mark your calendar […]

  • Food Forests: Turn Your Yard into an Edible Willy Wonka Wonderland

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

    Your yard has so much untapped potential! Imagine stepping outside to pick sun-warmed peaches, berries, or herbs from plants that practically take care of themselves. A food forest is a beautiful, low-maintenance way to create shade, attract wildlife, and grow food. You don’t need to be an experienced gardener to start! With just a few […]

  • Craft Lab: Rosette Beading with Lane Stitch

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

    Learn the traditional lane stitch technique to create a beaded rosette, a form that can be turned into a pin, barrette, or embellishment for clothing and accessories. Seed beads—tiny glass beads that have traveled widely across the world—are prized for their color, versatility, and ability to bring intricate designs to life. In this class you’ll […]

  • Member Moments: Get Hands-on with Chihuly!

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

    Members: Join us for a special members-only event and be part of our annual Chihuly spring cleaning. Step behind the scenes into the museum storage basement, where you’ll learn how these intricate pieces are installed, displayed, and cared for. Best of all, you’ll have the rare chance to handle some of the extra chandelier pieces […]

  • Bemis Community Printshop: Block Printed Cards

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    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 […]

  • Behind-the-Scenes Sunday

    Featured Alanis Morissette’s *Jagged Little Pill: The Musical*
    Fine Arts Center 30 W. Dale St., Colorado Springs, CO, United States

    Ever wonder, “how’d they do that?”? Well, unbox your inner theatre nerd with the Fine Arts Center Theatre Company staff for a thorough look at the special effects, backstage spaces, costume, and scene shops. This event will begin immediately following the May 3, 2 p.m. performance of Alanis Morissette’s Jagged Little Pill: The Musical. This […]

  • You Oughta Know: Alanis Morissette and the Women Who Rocked the Industry

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

    Join our resident cabaret artist, J. Chang-Tablada, as we explore the influence of Alanis Morissette and the powerful wave of women in rock that emerged around her. Through song and storytelling, this lecture traces musical lineages across generations, looking back to artists such as Stevie Nicks, who helped shape the landscape Alanis entered and forward […]

  • Craft Lab: Dragonfly Sun Catcher

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

    Join us to learn how to use wire and glass beads to make a sparkly dragonfly sun catcher. You will have 2 projects to choose from and be provided with the knowledge of how to use the tools and materials to make these fun projects.  We will explore creative ideas that will inspire you to keep creating into the future. There is […]

  • Ask the Actors

    Featured Alanis Morissette’s *Jagged Little Pill: The Musical*
    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 May 10,  2 p.m. performance of Alanis Morissette’s Jagged […]