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 […]
Members: Make your backpack visit extra special with a creative outing the whole family will love! On select days, when you use the Family Activity Backpack, you can pick up a free snack pack for the kids to enjoy before or after. Cozy up with your little ones in the Garden Lounge and explore our […]
Members: Celebrate National Native American Heritage Month with a rare journey below the galleries! Members are invited into the museum’s collection storage basement for a deep dive into the Indigenous jewelry collection. Chat with our collections team in the Agents of Care gallery and get the inside scoop on how we protect, clean, and care […]
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 […]
Museum Free Days are offered the second Saturday and third Friday of each month. See what’s on view in the museum
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, […]
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 […]
Tickets $60 adults | $20 children (12 and under) 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 scrambled eggs with […]
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 Nov. 23, 2 p.m. performance of Mary Poppins This event is free and open […]
The Fine Arts Center will be CLOSED Nov. 24–28 except for theatre performances. We will resume normal operating hours on Saturday, Nov. 29.
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! […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 Drinks and snacks available for purchase in the Deco Lounge FREE downtown shuttle, THE ZEB, running along Tejon Street to downtown art galleries The Fine Arts Center is proud […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Fine Arts Center will be CLOSED Dec. 20, 2025–Jan. 6, 2026 except for theatre performances; January's First Friday Party has been canceled. We will resume normal operating hours on Wednesday, Jan. 7.
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
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
