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Get your cameras ready! You’re about to take a grand tour of some of the most meaningful and insta-worthy murals in Denver and beyond. Discover the significance of the designs that brighten our city’s landscape, and get to know some of the artists behind them.

Take a Walk on the Art Side of Life

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<a href="https://www.coloradogives.org/AccessGallery/overview?step=step1">Access Gallery</a> believes that every person with a disability deserves access to the arts and to be a celebrated member of the creative community. Support these artists by purchasing their designs, stopping by the gallery while you’re in town, or donating to the cause.

Make the Arts Accessible

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Start your art trek at DAVA, where fine artist Jason Needham joined forces with some of the most creative minds on earth: kids. Needham's murals resulted from a six-month-long workshop that partnered with 40 schoolchildren to bring the cartoon mural to life and spread arts education in the community. 
Photo credit: AIPP

A Place for Art and Community by Jason Needham

Enjoy flavorful Mexican soul food like street tacos, tortas and handmade margaritas!

Comida

Right in the heart of Aurora - a city known for its rich tapestry of cultures - lies a mural that celebrates all walks of life. This design was a collaboration between artists Detour, Anna Charney and A.L. Grime. It highlights a local Peruvian immigrant who's a seamstress by trade in riveting colors.

Lucia Escalate by Detour

This scratch-to-table restaurant in Stanley Marketplace dishes up unique dishes perfectly suited for any palate. Indulge in brunch or dinner in a mini greenhouse.

Annette

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Head over to <a href="https://www.stanleymarketplace.com/businesses/logan-house-coffee">Third &amp; Logan</a>, a coffee and doughnut shop that took Aurora’s baking scene by storm. The shop cultivates pastries and drinks that fuse numerous Asian flavors to perfection. We suggest you try their famous mochi muffins.

Sweet Tooth?

Jiacuy Roche is a Brazilian native who was adopted by American parents at an early age. Despite being raised in the States, the artist embraced her culture and honors her Afro roots in her work. This was Roche's first mural, and she wanted to showcase the diversity of the city she now calls home. 
Photo credit: Visit Aurora

Afro Flower Lady by Jiacuy Roche

The ART, a hotel in Denver, CO, is an award-winning boutique property offering guests a unique experience unlike anyone else.

the ART, a hotel

A downtempo coffeehouse and bar, serving thin crust vegetarian and vegan pizzas and more.

City O' City

When he was 19, Javier Flores was involved in an accident that left him paralyzed from the waist down. Since then, his art has been fueled by his experiences and frustrations living with a disability. In particular, this piece was influenced by a proposed ADA regulation submitted to the United Nations. It was ultimately shot down by the U.S., who cited an infringement on sovereign rights. 
Photo credit: Javier Flores

Really? by Javier Flores

Steuben's is a Denver restaurant recreating American regional classics.

Steuben's

Wanting to visually express the love and pride he had for his city, Pat Milbery approached VISIT DENVER when they were looking for a creative way to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Denver Arts Week. After the serendipitous encounter with the organization in 2016, he has since gone on to complete five more pieces that are scattered throughout the city. Bonus points if you can spot all six while you're in town!
Photo credit: Visit Denver

Love this City by Pat Milbery

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Beckon

After being wined and dined by executive chef Duncan Holmes at Beckon, head next door to <a href="https://www.buyomfbeer.com/">Our Mutual Friend</a> for a craft brew on a patio that overlooks the brewery's colorful exterior. Afterward, be sure to walk, skip or zip down Larimer Street to explore more of the <a href="https://www.denver.org/about-denver/neighborhood-guides/river-north-art-district/">neighborhood’s world-renowned street art</a>.

So Many Sights to See!

Carlos Frésquez is a celebrated artist whose works have been featured in galleries worldwide - including the Smithsonian American Art Museum. A native Coloradan, the Mile High City remains as his primary gallery. His art focuses on themes of justice and Chicano culture. This piece was developed with 18 students from the Metropolitan State University and is meant to embody the theater's provocative storytelling on contemporary issues.

Curious Theatre Company's Mural by Carlos Frésquez

The Source Hotel’s clean, modern aesthetic showcases custom Baltic birch casework, polished concrete floors, furniture by Muuto, and select soft finishes by Winter Session.

The Source Hotel

Sweet Bloom is dedicated to connect, in a very meaningful way, the producer with the end consumer. Sit down for a cup in our tasting room and roastery.

Sweet Bloom Coffee Roasters

The <a href="https://40westartline.org/">40 West ArtLine</a> is a 4-mile walking and biking art route in Lakewood that takes you through a series of public art experiences. It’s 100-percent free, and all you have to do is follow the green line through town. P.S. All of the designs you’ll see today are on the Artline.

Walk the Line

Head over to RTD's Lamar Station, and you'll be greeted by a large blue lion, among other lively designs. Pepe Gaka, the mural's artist, is an Italian-born wanderer who's made his mark on walls around the world. Gaka expresses a common theme throughout all of his pieces: the relationship between nature and humans, which, of course, is one that is embodied in our state's culture. 
Photo credit: Katy Zeigler

Lakewood Lion by Pepe Gaka

Snack your way through this eatery hall. From arepas to seafood and gyros, there's something for everyone.

Edgewater Public Market

Aiming to alter one's perspective about reality, Bobby Magee Lopez completed this mural in 2018 in one day. His designs often depict esoteric knowledge, existentialism and spirituality in the form of patterns and figures. And this one is no different. So, don't be surprised if you start asking some hard-hitting questions about life over dinner tonight.
Photo credit: Leland Schmidt

The Illusion by Bobby Magee Lopez

Guard and Grace is a modern steakhouse by Chef/Owner Troy Guard. On our menu you’ll find quality ingredients, innovative combinations and an emphasis on wood-fired dishes.

Guard & Grace

DAAS' murals are known to send a subtle message to the communities they reside in, and this one's saying it loud and clear: "Take Time" to smell the roses! This mural resulted from a community paint project with local youth and families, which the internationally-recognized artist does in every piece. His goal is to ensure the murals he creates reflect the values of the people who live, work and play in the area.
Photo credit: Marcy Leisten

Take Time by DAAS

Combining the ease of Colorado's lifestyle with the air and grace of a great hotel, Halcyon Cherry Creek is luxury served on the unassuming side.

HALCYON, a hotel in Cherry Creek

Nixon’s Coffee House was inspired by Brad and Caren Nixon's love affair with both coffee and the community.

Nixon's Coffee House (Englewood)

Make sure to stop by the <a href="https://moaonline.org/englewood-collection/">Museum of Outdoor Arts</a>’ Englewood location to experience their extensive sculpture collection, which blends into the area's landscape and architecture. The organization is a huge proponent of public art and has supported many of the mural projects you see around town.

Museum Stop

There's no doubt that art plays a significant role in placemaking, and that's something that the City of Englewood recognized when they commissioned AJ Davis for several art projects. This design represents a purple night sky that's illuminated by a white crescent moon and its phases. The moon is said to be a tribute to time, honoring each passing cycle and the potential it holds for change.
Photo credit: Courtesy of Museum of Outdoor Arts

Crosswalk by AJ Davis

The Whiskey Biscuit is an industrial-chic restaurant featuring down-home American eats plus a large selection of whiskey and craft beer.

The Whiskey Biscuit

In 2017, the Museum of Outdoor Arts challenged students from Englewood High School to create a piece that spoke to the past, present and future. A group of eight students, along with their art teacher, rose to the occasion and created "Tranquility," a mural that now graces the side of the woman-led Asian-American eatery, ZOMO. 
Photo credit: Heather Longway

Tranquility

Enjoy fresh food from this woman-led Asian-American eatery.

ZOMO

Artists AJ Davis and Amanda Wolf joined forces to create one of Englewood's most-loved designs. The piece juxtapositions each artist's style into one cohesive mural and was commissioned by Cornerstone, a 40 -year-old independent bookstore and Englewood mainstay.
Photo credit: Marcy Leisten

Nightshade by AJ Davis and Amanda Wolf

Beautifully redesigned and brimming with amenities, Denver Marriott Tech Center has easy Light Rail access and is a short drive from attractions including the Fiddler's Green Amphitheatre, Denver Botanic Gardens and Landmark Theatre.

Denver Marriott Tech Center

We're explorers at heart, and we travel the world to find amazing coffees from quality people. Our goals is to share our excitement about these coffees with you. We commit to greet you at the door, treat you as a friend, and tell you the story behind each coffee.

Corvus Coffee Roasters (DTC)

This brown-eyed beauty is the work of commissioned street artists Aleandrea Pangburn and AJ Davis for Fiddler's Green Amphitheatre and the Museum of Outdoor Art. The design sits at the venue entrance and is a balance between nature's beauty and seemingly melted shapes. 
Photo credit: Heather Longway

Hawk by AJ Davis and Alexandrea Pangburn

Los Chingones is chef/owner Troy Guard's Mexican concept. While we don't claim to be "authentic," we do claim to be delicious. Come check out Denver's hottest taqueria, party on one of our spacious patios, and live life like a chingon.

Los Chingones (DTC)

Head south toward Parker from Denver Tech Center to continue your mural marathon. It's less than a 20-minute drive.

Ride Out

Just along the Sulphur Gulch Trail lie a series of five-foot-tall hands that spell out "Love Others'' in American Sign Language. The pieces are set against a vibrant backdrop of flowers and are the manifestation of a concept artist Matthew Fasone had envisioned for his community. Born with an extra X chromosome in his genetic makeup and diagnosed with Klinefelter syndrome, Fascone felt this was a message that he needed to share. The design was completed by eight Lutheran High School students, with Fasone leading the charge over the course of 223 hours. 
Photo credit: Mark Hollenbeck

Love Others by Mathew Fasone

Chef driven culinary inspired cuisine located right in the heart of downtown Parker. Executive Chef, Duy Pham, has been an innovator in Denver's dining scene for over 25 years. His intention based menu unites refined dining and local seasonal ingredients.

Parker Garage

Head north toward Parker from Castle Rock (about 20 minutes) to end your art journey.

This mural depicts a celebrated Castle Rock local and philanthropist, Philip S. Miller. He created a legacy of giving back to the town and its residents. Miller is so cherished within the community that the area's library and recreation center are named after him. This design was created by artist and high school teacher Daniel Levinson and is his second commissioned work in the downtown area.

Philip S. Miller by Daniel Levinson

The Parker Hotel connects and engages our guests with compelling spaces and a strong sense of community. Our team delivers locally inspired, meaningful and sought after experiences to those looking for a sense of connection during their travels.