The Denver Art Museum (DAM) reopens its expanded and reimagined campus to the public with a free general admission day on October 24, 2021, unveiling all eight levels of its iconic Gio Ponti-designed Lanny and Sharon Martin Building (formerly referred to as the North or Ponti Building), and the new Anna and John J. Sie Welcome Center.
Dining Renovations
The Sie Welcome Center features two new dining options on level 1—a restaurant and a quick-service café.
The Ponti restaurant, conceived in collaboration with James Beard Award winner and celebrated Denver chef Jennifer Jasinski, combines art and dining, presenting a locally sourced and seasonally inspired menu with high standards of sustainability. The Ponti features an expansive outdoor terrace, as well as indoor public and private dining spaces spanning 4,000 square feet.
The museum also offers quick-service casual dining at Café Gio, found across the main hall from The Ponti. Patrons of the café may enjoy both indoor and outdoor seating. Café Gio will be open daily during regular museum hours. Interiors of both dining destinations are designed by BOSS.architecture in collaboration with Jessica Doran Interiors.
Opening Day Events:
Oct. 24: Opening Day Celebration & Free Day
The museum opens its completed campus to the public on Sunday, Oct. 24. The all-day celebration (10 a.m.–5 p.m.) includes free admission to all, as well as creative activities and unique moments for visitors of all ages. Free ticket required. Public ticket reservations are available starting Sept. 17 on the museum’s website.
Oct. 21, 22, and 23: Member Previews
Museum members have the opportunity for a pre-opening experience. Members-only previews will take place on Oct. 21, 22 and 23. The Martin Building, Sie Welcome Center, and both The Ponti and Café Gio will be open to all members those days. Details and booking information will be sent to members directly. Information on becoming a museum member or renewing a membership is available online at denverartmuseum.org/membership.
Oct. 22: Full Circle Opening Party
Full Circle is a festive housewarming party marking the 50th year of the Gio Ponti-designed Martin Building and an inspiring next chapter. Tickets for this event are publicly available beginning September 10th. Join museum supporters and loyal partners to celebrate with cocktails, live music, and special discoveries. Ticketed event; $100 members and $125 non-members.
Oct. 15: Unveiled Opening Gala
The sold-out Unveiled Opening Gala takes place on Friday, October 15. This ticketed fundraising event will gather artists, patrons, and trustees for a night unlike any other. Proceeds will support ongoing museum programming. See the Martin Building Events page on the museum website for more information on Full Circle and Unveiled. For more information, visit denverartmuseum.org/martin-building-events.
THE DENVER ART MUSEUM
The Denver Art Museum is an educational, non-profit resource that sparks creative thinking and expression through transformative experiences with art. Its holdings reflect the city and region—and provide invaluable ways for the community to learn about cultures from around the world.
To learn about all the museum's renovations, visit denverartmuseum.org.
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