Artist-in-Residence Program

Your children are one-of-a-kind, and so is the art they make. That’s why we designed the Artist-in-Residence Program.

current artist: ben coleman

Ben is a dynamic mixed-media artist whose practice is rooted in sound and performance art. During his residency, he will be challenging guests to capture the sounds of the Museum through visual representation.

You can join him in the Artist-in-Residence Studio most Fridays and Saturdays!

Ben's open studio hours*

11 am - 2 pm in The Art Studio

October
Friday, October 18
Saturday, October 19
Friday, October 25

November
Friday, November 8
Saturday, November 9
Thursday, November 14
Friday, November 15
Saturday, November 16
Friday, November 22
Saturday, November 23

December
Friday, December 6
Saturday, December 7
Friday, December 13
Saturday, December 14
Friday, December 20
Saturday, December 21
Friday, December 27
Saturday, December 28

January
Friday, January 3
Saturday, January 4

*Open studio hours are subject to change.

Artist-in-Residence Blog

To share the wonder and joy with you, we created an Artist-in-Residence Blog. Be sure to check it out regularly for cool videos, open studio hours, workshops, interviews with the artists and the collaborated works our artists make with you - Museum guests.

What is the Artist-in-Residence Program?

A truly special, exclusive art opportunity. Not only do professional Colorado artists come to work in the Museum and create beautiful art, but visiting guests of all ages contribute and collaborate.

The program is open to artists working in a variety of media, including sculpture, illustration, paints or textiles. Artists set up shop in The Art Studio and work for 2-3 months on a project to install at the Museum. Children and adults alike are invited to be part of this amazing program and witness the impact your creativity can make in the world!

Curious about the program? Check out this video to hear from some of our former artists about why this program is so amazing!

We are now accepting applications for the class of 2025. Learn more and apply here.