Friday Tours
When: All day
Where: Colorado Railroad Museum, 17155 W. 44th Avenue, Golden, CO
Each Friday, join us for an hour of exploring a different aspect of Colorado’s railroad history. 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. Learn more and buy tickets.
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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, A Visit to the Wild West, Adversary to Advocate, Legacy on Lookout Mountain
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
Portraits in Glass: Sue Rose
(through October 25, 2026)
Sue is relatively new to the world of mosaic, but she has shot off like a rocket.
Structure
(through October 25, 2026)
A collection of ceramic works focused on foundation and quality. Once a solid foundation is established, the artist elaborates on the structure’s physical and conceptual direction of growth. This lifelong pursuit blends professionalism with the flexibility to build upon previous concepts.
CarolAnn Wachter
(through October 25, 2026)
A show that unites works on paper, large-scale painted collages, and oil paintings created over the last 8-10 years by CarolAnn.
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.
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
NEW EXHIBIT: The Martin Zinn Quartz Collection
(through August 2027)
Come see over 150 glittering specimens of quartz in every shape and size imaginable, spanning localities from across the globe!
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
Anne Olsen Quilts from RMQM's Permanent Collection
(through October 17, 2026)
RMQM presents a series of quilts by Anne Olsen. Anne methodically rescued orphan quilt blocks, dissembled and then reworked them to refine the color scheme or improve the piecing accuracy, often salvaging fabric from other old blocks to complete a set.
NORTHEAST GALLERY
20 Perspectives | Conversing with the Earth
(through October 17, 2026)
20 Perspectives began several years ago during COVID when many of the group were looking to make new connections. Ultimately, the members who joined together come from nine countries and four continents. The group meets twice monthly via Zoom to discuss their work and decide upon themes that lead to three quilt collections a year.
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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 Apex
Colorado School of Mines
Golden High School
Bell Middle School
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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CSM Homecoming Weekend
When: All day
Where: Colorado School of Mines, Marv Kay Stadium, Golden, CO
Barre at the Mill
When: 9:30-10:25AM
Where: Golden Mill, 1012 Ford Street, Golden, CO
Keep your Friday morning rooftop routine going this fall with Barre at the Mill, presented in partnership with Unite Fitness!
Join Myrna on The Golden Mill rooftop for an energizing, full-body barre workout overlooking Clear Creek and the surrounding mountain and mesa views. Using balls, gliders, light weights, and bands, you’ll move through a mix of compound movements, high repetitions, and bursts of light cardio designed to strengthen, sculpt, and leave you feeling strong.
- All fitness levels welcome
- Equipment provided
- Bring a yoga mat + water
- $32 single-session drop-in, or use any Unite Fitness package, intro special, or membership (see other pricing options HERE for even more per class value)
Expect an upbeat, welcoming class with plenty of options to meet you where you are and keep you challenged throughout the workout.
Come shake, strengthen, and start your Friday with us on the rooftop. The series runs every Friday from September 11 through October 2.
Sign Up Here: tinyurl.com/barreatthemill
Artist Demo - Shelby Chenault
When: 10AM-1:30PM
Where: Foothills Art Center - Astor House, 1133 Arapahoe Street, Golden, CO
Shelby Chenault is the creative force behind Funk Shui Fine Jewelry, blending gemstones, precious metals, and storytelling into meaningful, handcrafted designs. With 10 years of expertise in metal fabrication, engraving, and stone setting, Shelby draws inspiration from sacred geometry, botanical forms, nature, and the personal stories of her clients. Each custom piece transforms a client’s story into wearable art through thoughtful symbolism, motifs, and material choices.
In 2024, Shelby expanded her creative practice by offering jewelry workshops, private lessons, and therapeutic art classes. Through both her jewelry and teaching, she celebrates the connection between natural beauty, artistic expression, and the human experience
Free
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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
National Good Neighbor Day: Movie Party
When: 12-2PM
Where: Golden Library, 1019 10th Street, Golden, CO
Lights, camera, community! Celebrate National Good Neighbor Day and enjoy a relaxing afternoon featuring favorite movie shorts, fresh popcorn and creative crafting stations, all while connecting with your neighbors.
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Artist Demo - Katy Betz
When: 1:30-5PM
Where: Foothills Art Center - Astor House, 1133 Arapahoe Street, Golden, CO
Discover the unique beauty and versatility of gouache in this painting demonstration with artist and educator Katy Betz. Watch a painting come to life as Katy explores layering, texture, shape, and design while demonstrating how traditional artist gouache differs from acrylic gouache.
Free
Spayghetti & No Balls Fundraiser Dinner for SpayToday
When: 5-9PM
Where: Jefferson County Fairgrounds, 15200 West Sixth Avenue, Golden, CO
Join us for a lively, pet themed evening supporting local families and pets in need!
The 10th Annual Spayghetti & No Balls Fundraiser Dinner is a high energy event filled with great food, community connection, and heartwarming impact.
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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Golden Hour
When: 6-8PM
Where: Foothills Art Center - Astor House, 1133 Arapahoe Street, Golden, CO
Join us for Golden Hour at Foothills Art Center, where stunning sunsets, live music, and demonstrating artists come together in the heart of Golden! Unwind in our courtyard, surrounded by mountain views, and enjoy delicious food and drink from local businesses.
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The Talking Dead - An Interactive Pub Crawl
When: 6:30-9:30PM
Where: Golden Mill, 1012 Ford Street, Golden, CO
Step into the shadowy corners of downtown Golden, Colorado, on an unforgettable three-hour ghost tour where history and the supernatural intertwine. As the sun sets and the streets dim, your journey begins with tales of Golden's wild west past, guided by experts who reveal the spectral secrets that haunt this historic town.
Embark on a chilling yet captivating exploration, encountering six to ten restless spirits from Golden’s storied past. Each ghost has a unique tale of mystery, misfortune, and intrigue, waiting to be uncovered. From tragic figures to mischievous apparitions, these spectral inhabitants linger on, their stories etched into the very fabric of Golden’s history.
Colorado Rails and Cocktails: The Rocky Mountain Railroad Club with Jim Ehernberger
When: 7-9PM
Where: Colorado Railroad Museum, 17155 W. 44th Avenue, Golden, CO
Delve into a fascinating evening of captivating stories and imagery as historian and photographer Jim Ehrenberger presents Rails & Cocktails: The Rocky Mountain Railroad Club. Learn about the long history and accomplishments of the Rocky Club, and glimpse a selection of the many excursions that were operated as well as some of the Club’s unique personalities throughout the years. Through vivid imagery and light-hearted narration, Ehrenberger will share the history of this celebrated Club from its late 1930s inception to its 2025 merger with the Colorado Railroad Museum. Join us for an evening of great stories and unique history you won’t find anywhere else.
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Good Night, Oscar
When: 7:30PM
Where: Miners Alley Performing Arts Center, 1100 Miners Alley, Golden, CO
Broadway composer, Hollywood actor, concert pianist, and witty wild card on-screen and off...he did it all, but it was never enough. Miners Alley's regional premiere stars Denver's own award-winning David Nehls as the legendary Oscar Levant. Set over one unforgettable night in 1958, this razor-sharp, deeply moving drama explores the cost of genius, the power of performance, and the fine line between brilliance and madness.
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