The Friday Tour
When: All day
Where: Colorado Railroad Museum, 17155 W. 44th Avenue, Golden, CO
10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.
Each Friday, join us for an hour of exploring a different aspect of Colorado’s railroad history. Each tour covers a specific theme and on these dates our focus will be: Locomotives!
Tours are subject to change and are based on guide availability. Each week’s theme is explored using a variety of museum resources to help bring the subject to life with the understanding that guests are welcome to continue their visit on their own after the tour.
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CURRENT EXHIBITS AT THE MUSEUMS
When: All day
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THE BUFFALO BILL MUSEUM AND GRAVE
987 1/2 Lookout Mountain Road (map)
303-526-0744
CLOSED Monday, New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas
The Buffalo Bill Story, Buffalo Bill's Death, The Americans, A Visit to the Wild West, Firearms, Kid's Cowboy Corral
COLORADO RAILROAD MUSEUM
17155 W. 44th Avenue (map)
303-279-4591
CLOSED Monday, New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas, and New Year's Eve Day
UPPER GALLERY
Center for Railroad Photography & Art Winners
The winners of the Center for Railroad Photography & Art’s 2025 John E. Gruber Creative Photography Contest have been announced, and these award-winning images are now on display at the Museum.
Black Diamonds and Steel Rails
This fascinating exhibit delves into the rich history of coal in Colorado, examining its crucial role in fueling locomotives, driving industrial growth, and shaping the state’s railroads. Learn about the mining industry, the challenges faced by miners, and how this powerful resource connected communities across the Centennial State.
LOWER GALLERY
Traqueros: Mexican Trackworkers and the American Railroad
(through August 2026)
This powerful display explores the invaluable—yet often overlooked—contributions of Mexican and Mexican American laborers who built and maintained America’s railroads.
FOOTHILLS ART CENTER - ASTOR HOUSE
1133 Arapahoe Street (map)
303-279-3922
CLOSED New Year's Day, President's Day, Easter, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve Day
Red Rocks Community College: Visual, Audio & Media Arts
(through March 29, 2026)
Annual show of multimedia and graphic design featuring the students from RRCC. Photography, videography, advertising design and package design feature the creative process of commercial oriented art forms.
Power of Process: A Jeffco School Exhibition
(through April 10, 2026)
Jefferson County Schools k-12 annual exhibition showcasing stand out works of art from students and teachers.
2026 Member's Show
(through May 3, 2026)
Presenting over 70 pieces featuring our diverse artistic talents and techniques of artistic members
GOLDEN HISTORY MUSEUM & PARK
923 10th Street (map)
303-278-3557
(Museum) CLOSED Sunday, Monday, New Year's Day, Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas, and New Year's Eve Day
Clear Creek Room: The Heart of Golden
Surrounded by North and South Table Mountains, Clear Creek has drawn people to this area for millennia.
We Are Still Here: The Endurance of Native Jewels
(through April 2026)
In this exhibit, we define jewel as both a precious item as well as a woman of strength and importance. Explore how Indigenous women have persevered through hundreds of years of oppression and numerous attempts to destroy their culture. Featuring modern Native fashions that utilize ancient Indigenous jewels, learn about prominent Native women in contemporary American society. Not only are Native Americans still here; they have endured, and they are thriving.
Discovery Awaits: Indigenous Connections, Epic Events, Legendary People, and the Touch Gallery.
Golden History Park (11th & Arapahoe): The outdoor setting re-creates the look and feel of a late 1800's mountain ranch complete with gardens, a working blacksmith shop, schoolhouse and chicken coop (chickens included).
MINES MUSEUM
Colorado School of Mines
1310 Maple Street (map)
303-273-3815
CLOSED New Year's Day, July 4th, Thanksgiving and Christmas
The main floor exhibits feature specimens from many Colorado mining districts, other global localities and an introductory video on area geology. The Special Exhibit Room hosts prominent precious metal and invited displays. The main gallery also showcases historic mining murals by Irwin Hoffman.
The basement contains numerous exhibits regarding radioactivity, fossils, basic geology, gemstones, meteorites, ultraviolet minerals and underground mining illumination. The outdoor geologic trail features seven outcrops with various geologic and paleontological points of interest, including fossilized dinosaur tracks, logs and leaves.
ROCKY MOUNTAIN QUILT MUSEUM
200 Violet Street, Unit 140 (map)
303-277-0377
CLOSED New Year's Day, Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas
MAIN GALLERY
2026 Men's Exhibit
(through April 18, 2026)
MEN’S EXHIBIT 2026 is RMQM’s 18th exhibit of quilts made by men since its opening in 1990. This biennial tradition lives on as visitors love seeing quilts made by men!
NORTHEAST GALLERY
Conversations - A Solo Exhibit by Carol Ann Waugh
(through April 18, 2026)
Carol embarked on this series of quilts to document her life by looking at important events that took place during significant years in her life. Starting with 1948 and ending in 2014 each piece takes the viewer on a visual journey through the past, touching on inventions, science, famous and infamous people, women’s achievements, and popular culture. When people view these pieces up close, they can turn to the people next to them and it starts up a conversation.
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Golden History Tours
When: All day
Golden History Tours offers Wild West Walking Tours, Pub Crawls, Ghost Tours, and more! If you don't see a scheduled tour on a particular date, you can book a tour at a custom time.
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Live Workouts with Community Center Pros
When: All day
Our very own Group Fitness Instructors will be doing LIVE WORKOUTS!
In addition to our LIVE WORKOUTS with your Golden Community Center Fitness Instructors, We have added a YouTube Channel! If you can't make the LIVE workout you can still have your favorite instructor in your own home! We add previously recorded workouts everyday to https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrni5jjFr8ip4eNUB63KIvA
If you are a Silver Sneaker Member you can also go to SilverSneakers FaceBook page and see live classes or their web page https://tools.silversneakers.com/ to sign in for On-Demand Classes!
Don't forget to check the LIVE Fitness Schedule for updates and links. https://groupexpro.com/schedule/726/?view=calendar
Golden Sports
When: All day
Check out the sports schedules for our local teams:
Colorado School of Mines
Golden High School
Bell Middle School
Strip Mini Tote
When: 10AM-4PM
Where: Golden Quilt Company, 1108 Washington Avenue, Golden, CO
Join Marie to make this cute-as-a-button bag- 10” wide x 4” deep x 8” tall, and can be made with or without a zipper. It uses 2 ½” fabric strips and batting. The skills learned in this class can be used for Jelly roll rugs, placemats, and other larger bags. Easy way to organize and tidy any space!
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Toddler Time - Registration Required
When: 10:15-10:45AM
Where: Golden Library, 1019 10th Street, Golden, CO
Your little one is constantly on the move. Help their mind stay active, too. Get them ready to read by singing, rhyming, dancing and telling stories together.
Registration required
Artist Demo - Andi Burnum
When: 1:30-5PM
Where: Foothills Art Center - Astor House, 1133 Arapahoe Street, Golden, CO
Join us for an exciting artist demo with Andi as she creates a stunning pet portrait using her micron pens. Watch as she skillfully shades a cat, captured in the same captivating style as her beloved dog portraits. Don't miss this unique opportunity to see her intricate technique in action!
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Goldens in Golden Kick Off Pawty
When: 5-9PM
Where: Golden Mill, 1012 Ford Street, Golden, CO
Throughout what has become a weekend-long celebration of man’s best friend, The Golden Mill will host a number of events, including a Friday night kickoff party, all-day festivities on Saturday, and a Big Game “tail”gate on Sunday. Pup owners will enjoy live music, pup cones, a dog charcuterie cart, exclusive Goldens in Golden merch, and much more. Of course, BrewDog Brewery will have dog-themed beers on tap along with dozens of other cocktails, mocktails and beers, and the Mill will be slinging its delicious food options all weekend long.
A tail-wagging good time from 5-9pm:
🎸 Live Music: Wild Goose Chase will be bringing the tunes all evening long.
❄️ Live Ice Sculpting: Watch a Golden Retriever come to life in ice!
🍦 Pup Cones: Treat your furry friend to something sweet from Happy Cones.
🧀 Charcuterie Cart: Build your dog’s dream snack board with Boardz 4 Budz.
🐕 Adoptable Dogs: Meet adorable pups looking for their forever homes.
🔥 Heated, Dog-Friendly Patios: Stay cozy on the Mill’s heated outdoor patios.
👕 Exclusive Merchandise: Snag official Goldens in Golden gear while it lasts!🎁 Raffle (4pm): Enter for a chance to win a UNI Pizza Oven donated by BrewDog — no purchase necessary!
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Golden Women in Business Happy Hour*
When: 5:30-7PM
Where: Miners Alley Performing Arts Center, 1103 Arapahoe Street, Golden, CO
An evening of connection and celebration of performing arts in Golden
Check out the new performing arts center with fellow Golden Women in Business members. Enjoy a short tour of the theatre, sips and snacks, and stay for a production of the Odd Couple (female version), beginning at 7:30.
*GWiB’s Happy Hours are open to all GWiB Members. We want potential new members to check out our events before committing, so we invite you to attend two events (Book Club, Happy Hour or Table Talks) free of charge. After that, please become a member or pay the small drop in fee of $10/event. Happy Hour hosts need to be a GWiB member.
Women's Circle
When: 5:30-6:30PM
Where: PranaTonic Yoga & Wellness, 1224 Washington Avenue, Suite 210, Golden
On the first Friday of each month, be part of our enchanting women's circle, guided by the unique talents of rotating PranaTonic teachers. Each month highlights a different theme, celebrating the distinct expertise of our facilitators. This gathering offers a tranquil space for meditation, movement, writing, and collective reflections, nurturing deeper connections among participants. All women are invited, whether you join us occasionally or regularly, to share in the magic together.
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The Odd Couple (Female Version)
When: 7:30PM
Where: Miners Alley Performing Arts Center, 1100 Miners Alley, Golden, CO
From legendary playwright Neil Simon, writer of the original ODD COUPLE, comes this fresh, female-forward twist on a beloved favorite. When neat-freak Florence moves in with her messy, free-spirited friend Olive, sparks fly and hilarity ensues. Packed with sharp wit, big laughs, and unforgettable characters, this modern classic proves opposites really do attract…chaos!
Stand-up Comedy - Vatos Locos
When: 8PM
Where: Gnarly's, 1224 Washington Avenue, Suite 200, Golden, CO
Who says Hispanic Heritage has to stay in September?
Pull up to Vatos Locos Comedy Night at Gnarly’s Theater — where culture, comedy, and chaos collide.
Featuring the hilarious Ricky Ramos (Comedy Works New Faces Finalist), bringing sharp storytelling, real-life laughs, and that “you had to be there” energy. If you’ve ever felt at home at a lowrider show, argued over the best taco spot, or showed up late but still made it legendary — this night is for you.
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