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Arts and Culture

The City of Lakewood is home to talented artists, thriving cultural organizations and diverse community celebrations. The city's arts and culture facilities — Lakewood Cultural Center, Heritage Lakewood and Washington Heights Arts Center — house classes, exhibits, tours and a myriad of special events. Lakewood also hosts beautiful public art installations located throughout the city.

Special Events

Read Bravo Magazine

We are pleased to present the newest issue of Bravo Magazine from Lakewood Heritage, Culture & the Arts. This magazine is delivered thrice-yearly and features upcoming classes, performances, events and educational opportunities. Subscribe to mailings to receive a printed copy.

May-August 2022

If you have a disability and need an alternative format of this publication, email adacoordinator@lakewood.org or call 303-987-7746.

View Catalog

Browse upcoming arts, parks and recreation programs in the latest Community Connection catalog below. To register, follow the interactive links in the catalog or call 303-987-7800.

If you have a disability and need an alternative format of this publication, email adacoordinator@lakewood.org or call 303-987-7746.

Lakewood Cultural Center

Located at 470 S. Allison Pkwy.
The city's arts and culture hub offers a 320-seat theater, rotating art exhibits, meeting and event spaces, cultural arts classes and a beautiful lobby space.

Hours of Operation
M-F: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sa: 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
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Rental Capacity: 75-320
Rental Rate: $69-$595/hr.

Heritage Lakewood

Located at 801 S. Yarrow St.
A 20th century history park, museum and festival experience that celebrates our community. Attend a program or event, view some of the 40,000 artifacts or rent a space.

Hours of Operation
T-Sa: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
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Rental Capacity: 50-250
Rental Rate: $49-$259/hr

Washington Heights Arts Center

Located at 6375 W. 1st Ave.
Lakewood's arts center offers a variety of classes and workshops for all ages and abilities. Programs include pottery, drawing, painting, weaving, jewelry and more.

Hours of Operation
M-TH: 9 a.m.-9 p.m.
F: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sa: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Su: 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Programs and Activities

The city offers a vast array of arts and culture classes and activities for all ages and abilities.

Exhibitions and Public Art

The City of Lakewood has five exhibit galleries which host permanent and rotating art and historic exhibitions. All exhibits are free to the public during regular business hours.

Arts and Culture Events

Browse a list of upcoming arts and culture events happening in Lakewood, including the Sounds Exciting! Summer Concert Series, Big Boom Bash and Lakewood Lights.

Contact us

480 S. Allison Pkwy.
Hours: Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Phone: 303-987-7800
Fax: 303-987-7821
Email: crinfo@lakewood.org
For persons with hearing impairments, call Relay Colorado at 711 and request "Lakewood Community Resources" at 303-987-7800.

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