Aspen Art Museum

Current Exhibitions

Featured Artist

Takashi Murakami

The Japanese artist Takashi Murakami combines highly refined classical Japanese painting techniques with distinctive Pop sensibilities. Known for his “Superflat” style, directly influenced by manga and anime, the artist creates works that explode with color and playfulness. For the 2015–16 ski season, in collaboration with Aspen Skiing Company, Murakami has produced four unique images, all of which embody his trademark visual aesthetic.

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From the archive

Art Studio: Level 2 (Grades K–4)

This after-school program for kids in grades K–4 is held weekly at the Aspen Art Museum from September through May. Taking place most Wednesdays from 2:30–4 p.m., these workshops recognize the value of exposing children to the arts at an early age and use the artist’s process as an educational tool. Museum educators and teaching artists lead classes that include activities in the gallery and take-home projects. <br><br> Classes are limited to fifteen participants. Prior registration is strongly encouraged.

Margaret Kilgallen “that’s where the beauty is”

Members enjoy a discount on purchases at the AAM Shop

For more information on how you can join the AAM, please visit the Street Level Visitor Information Desk, inquire in the Shop, or call 970.925.8050.

The Aspen Art Museum is a non-collecting institution presenting the newest, most important evolutions in international contemporary art. Our innovative and timely exhibitions, education and public programs, immersive activities, and community happenings actively engage audiences in thought-provoking experiences of art, culture, and society.

ASPEN ART MUSEUM
637 East Hyman Avenue
Aspen, CO 81611
t: 970.925.8050
f: 970.925.8054
info@aspenartmuseum.org
Admission to the AAM
is free courtesy of
Amy and John Phelan
Hours
Tuesday–Sunday, 10 am–6 pm
Closed Mondays

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Learning events

May 25
- 1 PM Tour
  
  Guided Tour
  
  Free, drop-in spotlight tours led by museum staff are offered every Wednesday and Saturday at 1 p.m.
  
  Register now!
May 29
- 10:30 AM Community
  
  Active Art: Heritage Park
  
  Active Art invites seniors to engage in the social dimensions of art. Each month, museum Educators bring free, memory-enhancing activities to the assisted-living communities of Whitcomb Terrace in Aspen and Heritage Park in Carbondale, and also host art making in the museum’s Roof Deck Sculpture Garden with complimentary refreshments.
- 1 PM Tour
  
  Guided Tour
  
  Free, drop-in spotlight tours led by museum staff are offered every Wednesday and Saturday at 1 p.m.
- 2:30 PM Make
  
  Art Studio: K–4 Grades
  
  This after-school program for kids in Grades K–4 is held most Wednesdays during the school year at the AAM. Museum educators lead classes that include activities in the gallery and take-home projects.
  
  Classes are limited to fifteen participants. Prior registration strongly encouraged.
  
  Register now!
May 30
- 12 PM Community
  
  Homeschool Workshops
  
  The AAM tailors special visits and workshops for homeschool families and programs in the Roaring Fork Valley. Each workshop provides an opportunity for parents and children to learn about contemporary art while creating a work of art together as a family. Parents also learn techniques and skills for creating their own art experiences at home. A complimentary brown bag lunch is included following the workshop.
- 5 PM Discuss
  
  Legacy Series: Adam Lerner
  
  Adam Lerner is the outgoing Mark G. Falcone Director and Chief Animator of the Museum of Contemporary Art Denver. With a unique approach to museum programming that combines curatorial, education, and artistic production, Lerner has created innovative programs that have been adopted by museums throughout North America and celebrated by leaders in the field as well as the general media.
May 31
- 10:30 AM Community
  
  Active Art: Whitcomb Terrace
  
  Active Art invites seniors to engage in the social dimensions of art. Each month, museum Educators bring free, memory-enhancing activities to the assisted-living communities of Whitcomb Terrace in Aspen and Heritage Park in Carbondale, and also host art making in the museum’s Roof Deck Sculpture Garden with complimentary refreshments.
- 1 PM Community
  
  Active Art: Aspen Art Museum
  
  Active Art invites seniors to engage in the social dimensions of art. Each month, museum Educators bring free, memory-enhancing activities to the assisted-living communities of Whitcomb Terrace in Aspen and Heritage Park in Carbondale, and also host art making in the museum’s Roof Deck Sculpture Garden with complimentary refreshments.
Jun 1
- 1 PM Tour
  
  Guided Tour
  
  Free, drop-in spotlight tours led by museum staff are offered every Wednesday and Saturday at 1 p.m.
Jun 3
- 9 AM Make
  
  Please Touch the Art (Ages 4–5) Sold Out
  
  Young artists in this workshop will create whimsical artworks all by hand. Huggable hand-sewn softies, decorative prints on wood, and colorful paper cuttings are just a few of the projects that will capture the beauty and charm of the handmade. Some artworks will be made as gifts to be given away at the end-of-week art show.
  
  Register now!