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The Kirkland at the Denver Art Museum

4.8
659 Google reviews

Rates above the average for things to do near Denver Suburbs — one of 178 we've tracked here.

Things to Know

The Kirkland at the Denver Art Museum is a decorative arts museum featuring 20th-century furniture, ceramics, and paintings displayed in room-like vignettes, located in Denver's Golden Triangle and now included with a single admission ticket to the main Denver Art Museum.

Reviewers consistently praise The Kirkland as a hidden gem that feels like touring a wealthy collector's home rather than a traditional museum, with its unique room-vignette displays offering real design inspiration and an intimate alternative to the larger main museum.

  • One ticket now grants access to both the Denver Art Museum and The Kirkland following their merger
  • Room-like vignettes display world-class furniture, lamps, and ceramics paired with paintings, offering real-world design layout inspiration
  • Outstanding collection of 20th-century decorative and mid-century American art, with only 10-16% of the total collection displayed at any given time
  • 3-D glasses available at the front desk enhance certain exhibits

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Hours

Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Wednesday: Closed

Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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What Visitors Say

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S.M G

a month ago

An amazing day in Denver’s Golden Triangle! It’s a total "pro tip" that the Denver Art Museum (DAM) and the Kirkland Museum of Fine & Decorative Art officially merged, meaning one ticket now unlocks both experiences. ​If you are visiting Denver, do not miss the Kirkland Museum! We had an incredible experience, and the best part is that one ticket gets you into both the Denver Art Museum and the Kirkland, as they are now part of the same campus. It is an unbeatable value for a full day of culture. ​While the DAM is massive and impressive, the Kirkland is a total hidden gem for anyone who loves interior decor. The way they display the art is so unique—instead of cold, empty galleries, the pieces are arranged in "vignettes" that look like actual rooms. You’ll see world-class furniture, lamps, and ceramics paired with beautiful paintings, which gave me so much inspiration for my own home. ​If you are looking to relocate, renovate, or just want fresh ideas for a new place, this museum is a goldmine for "real-world" design layouts. It feels more like walking through the home of a very wealthy, artistic friend than a traditional museum. ​Tip, :) Start at the Denver Art Museum to see the big exhibits, then take the short walk over to the Kirkland for a more intimate, cozy, and inspiring finish!

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Joy Master

4 weeks ago

Went in on a whim after visiting the main Denver Art Museum since this was included with that ticket and loved it! 💕 Be sure to get the 3-D glasses from the front desk! What a wild experience!

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Lukas Jacyniuk Moskalis

a month ago

Super lovely museum with a unique collection. Greatly appreciated the mix of organizing by historical period with trends, by namesake artist, and by specific scenarios. A great museum to visit.

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Sadie Fischesser

5 months ago

This place is a gem. I almost didn’t go and I am so happy I did! It is part of art museum admission and honestly was my favorite part. An art deco heaven!

Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Kirkland at the Denver Art Museum worth it in Denver Suburbs?

Reviewers consistently praise The Kirkland as a hidden gem that feels like touring a wealthy collector's home rather than a traditional museum, with its unique room-vignette displays offering real design inspiration and an intimate alternative to the larger main museum. Known for: art deco heaven with curated room displays.

What do visitors love about The Kirkland at the Denver Art Museum?

One ticket now grants access to both the Denver Art Museum and The Kirkland following their merger Room-like vignettes display world-class furniture, lamps, and ceramics paired with paintings, offering real-world design layout inspiration Outstanding collection of 20th-century decorative and mid-century American art, with only 10-16% of the total collection displayed at any given time 3-D glasses available at the front desk enhance certain exhibits

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