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January 2019
Drawings by Bernard Arnest: Scenes from Life
The most ambitious project of his career, Scenes from Life, is a series of 51 large drawings that encapsulated his reactions to a world that he has decided was essentially tragic. The subject matter can be challenging, depicting human strife and conflict, but the images are beautifully rendered. Scenes from Life is Bernard Arnest’s “Goldberg Variations,” distilling a lifetime of experience into a few harrowing images that are regrettably as relevant today as they were in 1975. This series, presented in its entirety,…
Find out more »February 2019
Nora Naranjo Morse
In her exploration of new sculptural techniques, Naranjo Morse’s artworks advance the trajectory of Indigenous artistic traditions. When shifting between materials from nan to metal and back to nan, she raises her own questions about cultural change. She challenges the expectations that Pueblo art must remain confined by a set of restrictions deemed traditional by an outside commercial force. Resisting the idea that cultural loss is probable or inevitable, Naranjo Morse offers an alternative: embrace traditional Indegenous knowledge as a solution to the…
Find out more »April 2019
Museum Free Day
Museum Free Days are just that, an opportunity for the public to enjoy our galleries free of charge. With hands-on art activities on select Free Days.
Find out more »Flash Cadillac
Traditional Rock n’ Roll since 1969 including appearances in two of the biggest impact motion pictures ever filmed "(American Graffiti," 1973; "Apocalypse Now," 1978)."The group is a virtual encyclopedia of rock’s last early years…supremely entertaining.” – The Denver Post
Find out more »Bad Dates
Restaurant manager and shoe connoisseur Haley Walker is finally ready to re-enter the dating world. From the privacy of her bedroom, she relates a series of hilarious tales while preparing for, and recovering from, one dreadful date after another. Theresa Rebeck’s sweet and sharp comedy will be the hottest date night in town, and a triumphant night out for women of all ages!
Find out more »May 2019
First Friday Art Party
The Fine Arts Center is proud to be part of First Friday Downtown. The event, located if Deco Lounge, is free and open to the public from 5-7:30 p.m. on the First Friday of each month. Our vibrant First Friday Art Parties include, artist talks and demonstrations, music, exclusive giveaways to FAC events, a cash bar, dinner menu, and the stunning ambiance offered by this chic, historic venue. Both the Deco Lounge and Museum Shop participate in First Friday, featuring art for…
Find out more »Cheer to 100 Years! A First Friday Event
Join us for a special 100th anniversary themed First Friday Art Party at the FAC from 5-7:30 p.m. Signature events and happenings include: Exhibit by local artist Andrea Schumacher whose work combines abstraction, craft, and narrative. Launch of Kirsten Akens’ new book, "100 Things to Do in Colorado Springs Before You Die." Attend this event and you will get to check off two of her recommended "100 Things!" Enjoy live music by Jaquie Gipson, a cash bar with anniversary themed…
Find out more »Monthly Member Tour
All members of the Fine Arts Center are welcome to join us for our Monthly Member Tour, held on the 1st Saturday of each month at 12 noon. Each tour (lasting approximately 1 hour) will feature a different topic, so feel free to come back often and continue learning about the FAC.
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