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
(through Summer 2026)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.
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
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)
Indigenous women have persevered through hundreds of years of oppression and numerous attempts to destroy their culture. Explore modern Native fashions that utilize ancient Indigenous jewels and learn about prominent Native women in contemporary American society.
Discovery Awaits: Indigenous Connections, Epic Events, Glimpses of Golden, 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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Golden Sports
When: All day
Check out the sports schedules for our local teams:
Colorado School of Mines
Golden High School
Bell Middle School
Saturday Morning Run and Social Walk
When: 8AM
Where: Golden History Park, Arapahoe and 11th Streets, Golden, CO
Join the Foothills Running and Cycling Club for a morning run and social walk every week!
For more info, visit our website: www.memberplanet.com/foothillsrunningandcyclingclub
Easter Egg Hunt
When: 10AM
Where: Parfet Park, 10th Street and Washington Avenue, Golden, CO
Come join in this timeless spring tradition! The Kiwanis Club of Golden and Scouting America Troops 130B & 130G are hosting this year's annual Egg Hunt at Parfet Park. They ask that you be there and all ready to start hunting at 10:00 a.m. sharp!
On the morning of the hunt, thousands of plastic eggs are spread throughout Parfet Park with different areas for different age groups. Once the bell sounds, kids clean the park in no time, so don’t be late!
All kids up to the age of 10 are welcome to participate.
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Brunch at the Rose
When: 10AM-3PM
Where: Buffalo Rose, 1119 Washington Avenue, Golden, CO
The Rose will be hosting brunch every Saturday and Sunday. Come enjoy our delicious brunch menu, along with signature cocktails.
Music from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Reservations
In-Store Kids Workshop
When: 10AM
Where: Home Depot, 16900 W. Colfax Avenue, Golden, CO
Figure Drawing
When: 10AM-12PM
Where: Foothills Art Center - Creative Campus, 809 15th Street, Golden, CO
Facilitated, independent study of figure drawing with a professional nude fine arts model via Art of Modeling. All skill levels welcome. Age 18+
In this 2 hour session, poses vary from short 1 minute gestures to 20 or 30 minute studies. Bring your own supplies. Easels and chairs provided.
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Saturday Train Rides
When: 10AM-3PM
Where: Colorado Railroad Museum, 17155 W. 44th Avenue, Golden, CO
Ride on-board a passenger car pulled by a powerful locomotive.
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Family Time - Registration Required
When: 10:15-10:45AM
Where: Golden Library, 1019 10th Street, Golden, CO
It’s reading fun for everyone! Gather the whole family for engaging stories, dancing, singing and rhyming.
Registration required
Easter Egg Hunt & Bunny Photos
When: 11AM-4PM
Where: Avalanche Harley Davidson, 18425 W. Colfax Avenue, Golden, CO
Easter Egg Hunt will feature hidden treasures scattered throughout the dealership, each filled with delightful surprises. Whether you’re young or young at heart, everyone has a chance to collect eggs and win fantastic prizes!
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The Ayurveda Way
When: 12-12:45PM
Where: Natural Grocers, 2401 Ford Street, Golden, CO
This class is an introduction to help you discover your Ayurvedic body type (dosha). Knowing your dosha type can help maximize your health through individualizing your diet and lifestyle. Join us to learn more about balancing your dosha for achieving optimal health.
Presented by: Christina Berg, MBWP
Sponsored by: Natural Grocers
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Saturday Market
When: 12-3PM
Where: Cannonball Creek Brewing Company, 303 N. Washington Avenue, Golden, CO
Introducing Saturday Markets! We'll be featuring a local vendor or artist on the first Saturday of each month from 12:00 to 3:00 p.m. in the taproom! Grab a pint and check out unique gifts and items, and meet the talented business owners!
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PAWS for Reading
When: 1-3PM
Where: Golden Library, 1019 10th Street, Golden, CO
Read with a four-legged friend from the Denver Pet Partners! Dogs are the perfect reading companions because they create a relaxed, comfortable and safe environment for sharing books. Children must be able to read independently and are encouraged to share a favorite book.
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Virtual: Dungeons & Dragons for Beginners
When: 1-4:30PM
Do you love epic fantasy adventure? Dungeons and Dragons is a table top role playing fantasy game where a roll of the dice can change your future. If you have never played before or are a brand new to questing come roll initiative with other new adventurers! Suitable for ages 12-18.
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Hoppy Magic Matinee
When: 2-4PM
Where: Gnarly's, 1224 Washington Avenue, Suite 200, Golden, CO
Hop into a magical afternoon of laughter, surprises, and Easter fun at Gnarly’s Theater!
Join us for our Hoppy Magic Matinee, a family-friendly Easter event packed with high-energy comedy magic that will have kids laughing, amazed, and fully engaged from start to finish.
- Watch a live magic show filled with hilarious tricks and interactive moments
- Enjoy a festive Easter egg hunt
- Explore our free-play arcade—included with your ticket
This is the perfect way to celebrate the season with the whole family in a fun, vibrant, and totally unique setting.
Whether you're starting a new Easter tradition or just looking for something exciting to do with the kids, this is a can’t-miss event!
Golden American Legion Dinner
When: 5-6:30PM
Where: American Legion Post 21, 500 9th Street, Golden, CO
Every Saturday the Post has a home cooked meal at 5:00 p.m. and Queen of Hearts progressive raffle at 6:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome as guests of American Legion Post 21. Please sign our guest registry located to the left as you enter through the door. www.goldenpost21.org /*Events*/
The Bad Egg
When: 8-10PM
Where: Gnarly's, 1224 Washington Avenue, Suite 200, Golden, CO
This Easter… things are getting a little cracked.
Join us at Gnarly’s Theater for an Adults Only Easter Party like you’ve never experienced before. The Bad Egg is bringing a night of unfiltered, raunchy stand-up comedy, outrageous energy, and a full-on after party you won’t want to miss.
Expect big laughs, wild vibes, and just the right amount of chaos.
- Live Stand-Up Comedy (Unfiltered & Raunchy)
- Easter Egg Hunt with Prizes
- Karaoke After Party (Stay & Get Weird)
Whether you're coming for the comedy, the party, or just an excuse to dress ridiculous — this is your night.
- Dress like a bad bunny or cracked egg
- Best Dressed Wins Prizes
This is not your grandma’s Easter.
This is The Bad Egg.
