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    Foothills Art Center

    3.9 (18 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Jelena W.

    Foothills Art Center is like a really small town- it's cute to visit, but you most likely won't stay very long or buy anything while you're there, at least if you're under 40. The building is gorgeous, and protected for its historical significance, and the grounds are very nicely maintained. I love the St. Francis statue in the garden out front. Inside you'll find the usual art-gallery fare- various traveling exhibitions intermingled with static exhibits of local art. Currently, a national printmaking exhibition occupies most of the gallery space. The majority of the work you'll find is tasteful and pretty, but if you're looking for provocative and modern, go further downtown. Foothills stays firmly on the middle ground when it comes to controversial art- no giant clay male organs here. The price is usually a bit out of range for the younger set on larger pieces, but you can usually find some cute handmade jewelry that's reasonable. It's a nice spot to grab a gift for someone whose tastes you're not certain of. There are often handknit items as well, particularly in the winter. Overall, you're not likely to make a purchase at the Foothills Art Center unless you came for a gift for a specific person, but it's a great spot to stop with relatives in town for a few days. The location is super cute, atop a hill in homey old Golden, and everybody can find something to admire. Take the In-Laws and follow it up with a trip to one of Golden's many lunch spots.

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    Leigh G.

    4.5 stars. I saw a fabulous show here of contemporary photo/video from China. It was a well put together, impressive show, and what brought me to Golden for the day. The space was interesting, and it would be great to see how it's used for 3-d object shows. It was coolthat their gift shop supported local artists, but I know that I didn't need any glass or ceramics... It's nice that they do that, though; I'm sure many of the objects there would make great gifts. It's worth going here if their exhibition sounds intriguing to you. Based on the China show, you might end up being even more impressed than you'd expect.

    R. Jonathon J.

    A very independent and fun space that knows art. I was expecting something a amateurish, to be honest, but was surprised to find real art connoisseurs. It is part of the SCFD (Scientific and Cultural Foundation of Denver); so expect ART! Oct 2018- follow them on instagtam. They art hosting a handblown glass ORB HUNT. Get outta Denver and check out Golden for a day!

    We love coming to FAC for fun events.  Great art and great people!

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    Be prepared to pay an entry fee. Wasn't in their website. And there was one exhibition. Not worth it.

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    This neighborhood art center is a charmer! Enjoy free exhibits (which I love) and an outstanding gift shop.

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    After visiting the shops and restaurants in downtown Golden, it's time to trek up the hill to the Foothills Art Center.

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