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Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities, Arvada, CO

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Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities

A nonprofit arts and humanities center in Arvada with theatre, galleries, classes, and concerts.

6901 Wadsworth Blvd, Arvada, CO 80003 · Arvada, CO

About Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities

The Arvada Center is a nonprofit cultural facility in Arvada, Colorado, that opened in 1976. It hosts professional theatre across several stages, including main stage and black box productions, and it presents touring and family shows. Its galleries showcase work by Colorado and regional artists and admission to them is free. The campus also offers classes, summer camps, dance programs, field trips, and a mix of live music including jazz and outdoor summer concerts. The complex houses the Arvada History Museum, a conference center, and an amphitheater. Parking is free. Ticket discounts for theatre include limited low-priced seats and rush tickets sold on the day of a show.

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