Does The SCFD Really Put The Free Into ‘Free Days’?
Many Denver-area arts organizations that periodically open their doors for free say they’re able to do so because of the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District. How true is that?
Cultural Tourism In Metro Denver Is Up, Arts Business Report Says
The Colorado Business Committee for the Arts’ study also points to a rise in jobs at arts organizations but a slight drop in economic activity.
What A Polar Bear Has To Do With The Denver Metro’s SCFD Cultural Tax
The animal is the face of the seven-county Scientific and Cultural Facilities District. The district is seeking an extension and goes before voters in November as Ballot Issue 4B.
Why It’s A Big Year For The Denver-Area Cultural Tax Known As ‘SCFD’
You’ve probably been to one of the many organizations supported by the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District. Voters will soon decide whether to renew the cultural tax.
What The Fine Arts Center-Colorado College Merger Means For Colorado Springs
While the merger will help solve the center’s money problems, the college will also take over the center’s artistic vision.
Over $2M Raised To Campaign For Denver Cultural Sales Tax
The Scientific and Cultural Facilities District sales tax will use the funds to increase television and online advertising.
What Could Parrots Do For A Downtown Alley In Colorado Springs?
Sean O’Meallie’s “Poly Poly” sculpture represents an artistic community that wants to build its cultural profile.
Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center To Merge With Colorado College
The private college will commit $20 million to take over the center. The two sides expect to finalize the deal in 2020.
Rule Gallery Is The Latest To Exit Denver’s Booming RiNo Art District
Rule Gallery’s last show in River North neighborhood runs through Saturday. Then the gallery moves to a new home.
Artist Tasha Lewis Turns Taxidermy On Its Head In Breckenridge
The New Jersey artist brings her public art installations to Colorado this week for the Breckenridge International Festival of Arts.
Breck’s Arts Plan Aimed At Attracting Visitors, Solving Ski Town Problems
The mountain town is heavily funding the arts, including the annual Breckenridge International Festival of Arts that runs through Sunday.
Keep An Eye Out For Pop-Up Art Events At The Denver Performing Arts Complex
Events include an exhibition inspired by gardens and a dance that explores the senses.
Colorado Wants Robert Redford To Shoot His Next Film Here. And The State Is Willing To Pay
The Hollywood actor plans to produce and star opposite Jane Fonda in Netflix’s movie adaptation of a novel by a Colorado author.
You Asked, So Here’s What We Learned About Some Colorado Public Art
CPR News asked you to send us photos of public art that’s caught your attention. We’ve selected three pieces. Tell us which one we should look into.
Northern Colorado Arts Backers Petition For Cultural Tax
After two failed attempts in 2008 and 2009, arts leaders in Northern Colorado may finally get the cultural tax they’ve sought.
This Denver Sculpture Caught Our Eye. What’s It Look Like To You?
Find out more about the CPR News reporting project on arts funding in Colorado, from ballot issues to city commissions.
