Today we will be filling you in on everything we know about art in Boulder. Galleries, museums, supplies, schools, shows, events and more will all be broken down in depth on this page.
Our objective is to get you all of the info you need as quickly as possible. We will begin by getting right into the best Boulder Art Galleries and Museums where you can see some of the finest exhibitions and collections the city has to offer.
After covering them we will get into the best art stores in your area where you can find all the supplies and materials you need. The top shows and events throughout the year will need to get their own section as well.
Taking a local art walking tour or checking out some of the most creative statues and sculptures around town can be a lot of fun when the weather is nice. Boulder art classes and lessons can be a great way to step your game up and whether you prefer group classes or private lessons there are plenty of options.
There are some art studios for rent near you if you are itching to get your next project started. Dealers, appraisers and framing shops will also be discussed as things move forward.
We have written quite a few other posts on Midwestern cities that you can check out if interested.
Best Art Galleries & Museums In Boulder
If you want to check out the best art galleries and museums in Boulder you can head to:
Boulder Museum Of Contemporary Art holds their Nights at the Museum events 3 times each year and they are a can’t miss. You can also find teen arts internship programs as well as Art Stop which is a hands-on art making program. They even have Art Stop on the Go which is an outreach program that provides local after-school art education for kids age 5-12.
CU Art Museum has a collection of 9,500 objects that gets bigger every month. They also offer a wide variety of educational programs.
There is a production studio and workshop space for artists to work at Madelife Gallery. Every year they also host a Community Hang Out event where artists in your area can showcase their works.
The art residency program at Boulder Creative Collective is a place where local artists can learn current fine art business skills and show their art to a wide audience. They hold auctions on top of selling works.
Materials & Supplies Near You
These art stores are good places to buy new supplies or materials:
For over 120 years people in Boulder have been buying art supplies at Guiry’s. You may even want to check out their free in-store design consultations services.
Boulder Art Week is a local annual art event held each Spring that showcases everything from murals and installations to music, dance and much more. At the East End Artwalk you can stroll around the East End past participating businesses and see more public art along East Pearl St around Labor Day weekend.
Nobo First Friday Artwalk is held every first Friday of the month in the arts district along Broadway from Pine Street to Highway 36. Boulder Museum Of Contemporary Art has that Nights at the Museum event 3 times each year we mentioned before.
Madelife Gallery holds their yearly Hang Out event as well.
Art Dealers & Appraisers
Art dealers and appraisers near you are places to find new unique pieces or learn the value of something you already own:
Mary Williams Fine Arts provides art collecting service, in-home consultation and installation as well as offering fine custom framing.
Rembrandt Yard Art Gallery, SmithKlein Art Gallery, Seidel City Contemporary Art Gallery and R Gallery from our main list also sell art. The Boulder Creative Collective also sells art and hosts auctions,.
Walking Tours
When the weather is nice walk around outside and see unique art in your area on one of these tours:
Another fun thing to do on a sunny day would be to check out some of these statues and sculptures:
Constellations at 1468-1498 Pearl St
Standing Proud at 1498 Spruce St
Hearts On Swing Statue at 1297-1201 Pearl St
Statue Monarch Of The Plains at 1110-1136 Pearl St
Constellations created by Rebecca Di Domenico sits on the Pearl St Mall and was put up in 2017. Standing Proud is a very unique piece created by Chuck Weaver.
Hearts On Swing Statue was created by George Lundeen and was dedicated back in 1990. Monarch of the Plains can be found on the campus of Colorado University and was created by Stephen C. LeBlanc in 1995.
Boulder Art Classes
Whether you are trying to find private lessons or group classes for kids, teens, or adults some of the best Boulder art schools can be found at:
Tinker Art Studio is a dynamic art studio providing art classes for all ages. They offer a home school program for kids and twice a year they have a scholarship program for children and teens.
The Boulder School of Fine Art offers a complete program of classical art education and their classes run on Saturdays, Sundays and Tuesdays. They are a great option for anyone that is trying to find weekend art classes near you.
Jordan Wolfson Arts offers art classes for teens and adults from beginner to intermediate. Color Me Mine provides art classes for all ages and will host private parties.
Boulder Museum Of Contemporary Art and CU Art Museum from our main list offer local art classes as well.
Studios For Rent Near You
If you would like to rent out your own art studio in your area try:
Rosario Custom Framing offers canvas stretching, anti-theft & traditional installations as well as frame repairing. Boulder Fastframe provides hanging expertise and will do design consultations.
Some other places we have mentioned throughout the post like 15th Street Gallery, Mary Williams Fine Arts, and Michaels also have local framing services.
At the moment that is all we have to share with you. When trying to cover the full art scene near you we listed the best galleries, museums, events, shows, supply stores, dealers, appraisers, walking tours, sculptures, classes, studios, and framers that you may want to check out.
Those who are still reading this probably love art as much as we do. If so go ahead and use the comments to share your own tips or to let us know if you think we got anything wrong.
We hope you enjoy your time at the best Boulder Art Galleries, Museums, Supply Stores or doing whatever it else you plan to do with the info.
