Denver Arts Week 2026 Shines a Light on Cultural Capital of the West

When Denver was a fledgling town, you were more likely to see brawls than ballet. Nevertheless, Denver boasted 13 legitimate theatres before it had a school or a hospital proving that, even then, culture had a prominent place alongside gold and silver. With approval of the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District plus efforts to change […]

In Pursuit of Perfect Pie

The Best Pies in Denver and Beyond Whether you’re looking for the prerequisite pumpkin pie for your Thanksgiving dinner or have a late-night hankering for a sweet treat, the metro Denver area has a selection of flaky goodness for any occasion. Here’s our list of the best pies in Denver. Legacy Pie Co. 4000 Tennyson […]

The Mob in Denver

The Smaldone family, Denver’s version of the Mafia, was low key, unlike their more high-profile brethren in New York, Chicago and New Jersey. They wore big hats and spiffy suits, but they didn’t race around town in big cars, mowing down rivals. In fact, they weren’t in the Mafia. Isolated far out in Denver, they […]

The Amazing History of Nation’s Original Summer Stock Theatre

Historic Elitch Theatre Celebrates 135th Anniversary People in Denver driving along 38th Avenue at Tennyson Street can be forgiven if they wonder what those two strange structures are, just fleetingly visible off to the south. One appears to be a 12-sided, open-air pavilion with a gently rounded circular roof, while behind across a grass lawn […]

Building the Audience of Tomorrow through Literacy

A child curls up in the corner of a classroom with a book pulled from the storage bin. As the pages turn, something unexpected happens. The main character looks like them. Thinks like them. For perhaps the first time, they don’t just read a story. They see themselves in one. For Rachel Taylor, Teaching Artist […]

More than “Rocky Mountain High”

Colorado Music Stars Conquer the World…Really By Marc Shulgold Colorado came late to the party. History shows that the roots of rock started long ago in the South – in cotton fields, churches, the Mississippi Delta. The music spread through America and Great Britain, while we were known for our mountains and skiing. Eventually, Colorado […]

Gaining the Confidence to be Heard

Some stories are difficult to tell. Others can feel impossible. For Women’s Bean Project participants, sharing their stories can carry an even heavier weight. Whether interviewing for a job, advocating for policy change, sharing a personal story, or appearing on national television, vulnerability is often part of the equation. That’s why the Women’s Bean Project […]

Enjoy a Spot of Tea in Denver

Please note: Restaurant hours, locations, and menus are subject change, so please visit the restaurant website or call in advance of visiting. When the darling Chip and his mother Mrs. Potts appear on stage or screen in Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, one can’t help but feel…a little thirsty for a cup of tea. Afternoon […]

Denver Mental Health Resources for Teens and Families

Nearly 1.2 million adults in Colorado have a mental health condition and many don’t have access to help in their communities. Here are some local and national mental health resources. In March 2025, the National Alliance on Mental Illness in Colorado reported that 1,186,000 adults in Colorado have a mental health condition. The Colorado stats […]

Affordable French Restaurants in Denver

Please note: Restaurant hours, locations, and menus are subject change, so please visit the restaurant website or call in advance of visiting. Thanks to everyone’s favorite candelabra in Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, we have classic French food on the brain. Think coq au vin, escargot, steak frites, beef Bourguignon, onion soup, delicate pastries and […]