Colorado Black Arts Festival celebrates 40 years in Denver
The executive director discusses the free Colorado Black Arts Festival in City Park on July 10-12 and teases plans for year-round programming.
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A weekend heat wave is forecast for Denver
Some meteorologists have predicted consecutive days of triple-digit temperatures.
These are the greatest concerts in Red Rocks history
From a rock ban started by Aretha Franklin to a riot at Jethro Tull and Phish fans driving Morrison crazy, these are the most memorable shows.
Bishop Castle survives Aspen Acres fire … so far
In a state full of natural marvels, the 160-foot-high castle remains a towering achievement.
A call to the Walton-Penners: Build something that lasts longer than football
Beyond monuments and museums, the Denver Broncos could create a living, breathing memorial to the people who were here first.
A cultural beacon: Morning Star American Indian Village to open at Cheyenne Frontier Days
“It’s a place to immerse yourself in the rich history of Frontier Days and, more directly, the history that American Indians contributed.”
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The long goodbye: Westword editor Patricia Calhoun enters the next era
Denver’s alt-weekly editor moves on from the role after nearly 50 years, but will remain as editor emeritus. She was honored by Denver City Council at the end of June.
Historic Denver cemetery finds an unlikely hero to help save it from ruin
How a Westword story led to drinks, a phone call and an improbable plan to revive Riverside Cemetery.
Widespread Panic’s JB and Dave Schools reflect on making Red Rocks history and Mikey Houser’s legacy
During its record-breaking run, the band will be inducted into Colorado Music Hall of Fame as Honorary Coloradans.
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Colorado Music Hall of Fame Inducting Widespread Panic as Honorary Coloradan at Red Rocks
Legendary promoter Bill Bass will also be inducted into The Hall.
Emmanuel Gallery celebrates 150 years of community and art in the heart of Denver
“It’s a chance to see the work of 20 artists. It’s a chance to learn some history in a really cool building, and people should support their public university gallery.”
A Colorado road trip back in time, with photographer John Margolies
Let’s travel through Colorado — and into the ’80s.
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How Denver’s Juneteenth Music Festival grew into one of the nation’s biggest celebrations
The festival almost didn’t happen last year. Now it’s a three-day affair.
The coldest case: Mystery remains 35 years after the Father’s Day bank massacre
“Sometimes a guilty man does walk free.”
Denver author’s new collection responds to the ongoing plight of women in America
Cynthia Swanson will appear at Tattered Cover with other local authors on Wednesday, June 10.
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Chautauqua Auditorium is prepping for Sundance and a new century
“Locally, there are a lot of organizations that really need a space like this. Nationally, we’re going to get more acts.”
Inside Denver’s lost lesbian bars
All of Denver’s lesbian bars are gone. But their roots endure, as does the city’s sapphic community.
Five stars (other than Morgan Wallen) who behaved badly at Colorado concerts
People seem to lose their shit here. We’re keeping track.
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Inside CO150, statewide film festival celebrating Colorado’s 150th birthday
Screenings of films with Colorado ties will take place in multiple communities through November.
From San Luis Valley to Vail, Latino labor powers Colorado’s economy
Latinos have always been a part of Colorado’s story. Here’s how they helped drive the economy and contributed to its lifestyle.
Famous criminals buried in Colorado
From a cannibal to a mass murderer, here’s where you can pay your (dis)respects to some of the state’s most detestable dead.
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Historic Denver Bus Depots Headed Toward Landmark Designation
The Federal Garage Buildings have a rich history and potential for the future, according to preservationists.