Calendar of Events

Drew Austin Exhibition - Opening Reception
May
15

Drew Austin Exhibition - Opening Reception

Exhibition Dates: May 15 - June 12

Gallery Hours: Wednesday - Friday 3-6pm, (Please note: there will be no gallery hours on June 5)

Join us for the opening reception of Drew Austin’s new work, created in collaboration with the ArtLab Interns over the course of Drew’s 10-week residency. Feel free to drop-in, or stay for the whole time! Remarks from the artists around 7pm.

Register here (optional)

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Grand Opening!
Jun
5

Grand Opening!

Join us for our First First Friday in the Art District on Santa Fe! This is our Grand Opening event.

Come check out our new space as we welcome in the community.

We will have original prints for sale, along with light drinks and snacks for free. Register for the event here (optional).

Please consider supporting our move! More details and donation information here.

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Youth Artist Talk and Closing Reception
Apr
10

Youth Artist Talk and Closing Reception

Join us for a special closing reception of our Youth-Led Art Exhibition at our Annex Gallery at Taxi. We will hear from a couple of PlatteForum’s ArtLab youth interns as they discuss their exhibition and the pressing social issues their generation is grappling with. The talk will start around 5:45pm, with approximately 45 minutes for discussion and some time at the end for questions. Light snacks and drinks will be provided. Ample parking is available in the adjacent lot.

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Youth-Led Art Exhibition Opening Reception
Mar
13

Youth-Led Art Exhibition Opening Reception

United in Advocacy: Unheard Voices from a Generation Seeking Agency

Opening Reception: March 13th, 2026 6:00pm-8:00pm

Exhibition Dates: March 13 - April 10, 2026

Gallery Hours: Thursdays and Fridays, March 19-April 3, 3-6pm. Or by appointment: info@platteforum.org

PlatteForum’s Youth-Led Art Exhibition is a two-month journey of creative exploration and youth leadership. Together as a group, ArtLab interns have dreamed up, planned, and executed a group exhibition of original works in PlatteForum’s Annex gallery. The work is connected by social justice themes chosen by youth; sharing important messages from their perspectives.

Join us for the opening reception to celebrate our ArtLab interns. Light food and drinks provided. There is ample parking in an adjacent lot and an ADA accessible ramp into the building. Remarks around 7pm.

Register here (optional)

This project was made possible by the Equity in Arts Learning Grant supported by Colorado Creative Industries, Bonfils-Stanton Foundation, and Denver Arts and Venues.

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Artist Residency Virtual Info Session
Feb
19

Artist Residency Virtual Info Session

Join us for a virtual information session about our Artist Residency program and the application process for 2026-2027. We will discuss how to have a strong application, the key elements and unique parts of our residency, and answer any additional questions from attendees.

Please note: the 2026-2027 Artist Residency Application is open from 1/15/2025 - 3/15/2026. Find the CaFE application here.

Information to join the session: Google Meet joining info

Video call link: https://meet.google.com/vqt-cnhj-kgb

Or dial: ‪(US) +1 205-844-5287‬ PIN: ‪407 675 246‬#

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Arts and Community Fair
Aug
4

Arts and Community Fair

PlatteForum’s First Ever Arts & Community Fair

August 4th - Mestizo-Curtis Park - 6-8pm

Bring a friend and connect with nearby organizations, talented artists, and our vibrant community of ArtLab youth interns. Most importantly, come ready to have fun!

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