Denver Art Museum
Overview
The DAM is recognized internationally for its educational programs and unique manner of interacting with visitors. Experience world-class art in one of Denver's must-see landmarks.Contact Information
100 W 14th Ave PkwyDenver, Colorado 80204
United States
Description
Originally founded as the Denver Artist's Club, the Museum attained its first permanent home when the North Building was completed in 1971. Milan-based architect Gio Ponti designed the castle-like building, considered very unorthodox at the time. In 2006, an equally striking addition designed by Daniel Libeskind nearly doubled the Museum's gallery space. The Frederic C. Hamilton Building consists of geometric shards flaring out like titanium flower petals; an enclosed bridge connects it to the North Building. The Museum complex houses an ever-changing selection of its 70,000+ works of art drawn from collections of European & American painting, sculpture and design, textile art, Asian, modern & contemporary, pre-Columbian and Spanish Colonial, Western American, architecture, design & graphics and a world-renowned American Indian art collection. The DAM is noted for its family-friendly programs, engaging gallery installations, and interactive art experiences for adults and kids alike.