The CU Art Museum will be closed on Saturday, September 12, 2026 due to a daytime football game
Programs & Events
Programs & Events
We organize activities and programs that dive deeply into the ideas behind, and questions raised by, our exhibitions and collections. We also create programs to explore the creative research occurring throughout the university. Whether gallery talks, faculty lectures, expert conversations, concerts, performances, or workshops we welcome students and the public to join us for our free programs at the museum and around CU's campus. Stay tuned and check back, we’re always cooking up exciting new programs!
Community Events
Wednesday, September 30, 2026 10am to 4pm
Clay Birds, Party Hats & Scavenger Hunts With Prizes!
Join us for an art extravaganza during this year's Culture Crawl! Celebrate the CU Art Museum's Sweet 16 by decorating and wearing your very own party hat, and sculpt birds inspired by artworks from our newest exhibition, "CU Collects"! Plus, explore the art museum and win prizes by completing our scavenger hunt. We'll have snacks and beverages, and all supplies will be provided! All experience levels are welcome to join this free event.
About the Culture Crawl: The Culture Crawl is a campus-wide event celebrating CU Boulder arts & culture. Stop by the different locations to take part in immersive activities, performances, artmaking, food tasting and more. See all Culture Crawl events.
August 27 | September 17 | September 23
Free and all are welcome! Led by Ashley Cartun, Ph.D.
Join the CALM Center and the CU Art Museum for a restorative sound bath meditation. Designed to relax your body and mind with healing music, the sound vibrations will help guide your consciousness toward a calm and peaceful state of mind.
All sessions begin promptly at 12:15. Please arrive a few minutes early - doors to the meditation close at 12:15.
Sessions begin promptly at 12:15 PM
All upcoming dates can be found here.
- In Person (CU Art Museum): Please arrive a few minutes early if attending in person - doors to the meditation close at 12:15.
- Virtual (via Zoom): Please register if attending virtually by clicking on the date you would like to sign up for.
This powerful guided meditation relieves stress, soothes the nervous system, and leaves you relaxed and revitalized. All levels are welcome—no prior experience needed.
The second Saturday of each month
Get creative with us on the second Saturday of each month! Each month we’ll be putting together a different art-themed program that you can drop in on. Come in and color with us or even pick up a new skill!
Exhibition Related Events & Programs
Rhizome: Origins — Programming
September 4, 2:00–4:00 pm
CU Art Museum
Artnauts Panel Discussion
Room IB20, Visual Arts Complex.
Light snacks will be served following the panel in the museum’s lobby
Artmaking: Artnauts + YOU
November 7, 1:00–4:00 pm
Exhibition Closing Celebration
Virtual Activities
Here are some coloring pages, created by our very own Elizabeth van der Marck-Gregg, for you to download and color anywhere!