What We Value
At the Denver Art Museum, we work together to build a world where art sparks creativity, and connects, inspires, and empowers people and communities. Five important characteristics are at the core of who we are:
- Creative
- Curious
- Dynamic
- Inclusive
- Respectful
These values represent the way we strive to interact with each other and with our community every day, inspiring us to create the best workplace possible.
Our Commitments to Our Communities
At the Denver Art Museum, we are deeply committed to standing against discrimination, violence, and hate in all forms against any individual or group. And we remain focused on fostering inclusion, equal opportunity, and belonging inside and out.
The museum serves as a platform for creative expression and community well-being by collecting and presenting work by artists from diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, including those communities that have been historically underrepresented in museums. We give space to a wide range of artist voices by sharing the work of and collaborating with artists and creatives from all races, backgrounds, and identities.
We believe that art and creativity have the power to promote mutual understanding and highlight our shared humanity—connecting, inspiring, and empowering people and communities. The museum’s board of trustees, volunteers, and staff remain committed to being an anti-racist organization and making the Denver Art Museum an inclusive and diverse place where everyone always feels welcome.
SCFD
Our conviction that art and culture connect communities, foster acceptance and understanding, and transform lives is at the center of all we do. Regional residents and DAM members alike benefit from the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD), which has provided funding for citizen access to arts, science, and cultural experiences for 27 years.
Since the creation of this unique multi-county funding mechanism, regional voters have renewed SCFD twice. And in that time, the metro area has seen its reputation blossom from a western sports mecca to a bona fide cultural destination. There is nothing like SCFD anywhere else in the country. Citizen support of SCFD provides operational funds, created by one penny for every $10 in sales tax, to 275 organizations across Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Broomfield, Denver, Douglas, and Jefferson counties. Arts and culture generates $1.85 billion in regional annual economic activity, serves nearly 14 million visitors, employs more than 10,000 residents and educates 4.25 million students each year.
We are grateful to the residents who support SCFD. In appreciation for the support, Colorado residents enjoy reduced admission rates every day and the museum offers free general admission days throughout the year.
