RedLine Contemporary Art Center — Attraction in Denver

Previous reviews on RedLine are outdated, so don't let them spoil your opinion before you give this place a try. RedLine was very new and getting its footing when previous commenters visited or rented the space and has since grown and blossomed into a premier artspace with international exhibitions and local contemporary shows alike. The resident artist program allows visitors to look in on the studios of professional artists, see what they're working on, and sometimes chat with the artists themselves. Educational and community programming provides art and culture for all ages and demographics, from 3-year-olds to adults, from art-making and figure drawing to curating and yoga. The staff (different personnel than previous commenters encountered) is knowledgable, enthusiastic, and helpful. Many events, programs, and rentals fill the space in the evenings and on weekends. Admission is donation-based, which means that no matter what your budget is, you can afford to enjoy RedLine, and there are lots of ways to get involved in the community through its volunteer program, events, or other opportunities. I really encourage checking out the space, or if you went a couple years ago,...

This is an updated review. I have seen quite a lot of exhibitions here. All of them I have enjoyed. For being only a single level, they pack in as much as they can. It still is small but I don't see it as being negative. The only negative is the last time I came by which was a couple months ago and when I was leaving, there was a homeless woman who approached me. I had got an Uber and she opened the passenger door to the car and I was unsure what she was going to do. I thought maybe she thought she was going to go with me or something so I quickly told her she isn't going with me anywhere and then she moved out of the way. But then she asked the Uber driver and myself for money. I don't give money to the homeless or panhandlers but the Uber driver gave her some change. There needs to be something done about the homeless population around RedLine because I would hate to stop...

Came to Redline today for their monthly "Brown Bag Lunch" discussion. The event was held in their library and gathered artist advocates from a variety of organizations for a talk on issues facing artists and venues.

Before the event I had a chance to walk around and view some of the art on display. This is an art gallery/workspace for artists. The display art was unique and interesting for their theme (something about corporate life, I think). There were also various workspaces for the member-artists to create their pieces, as well.

There were few parking spaces in the area that weren't street side, so access might be an issue on a busier day.

Everyone I spoke with was extremely friendly and open. I'd definitely return, assuming my schedule is...