Arts and Culture

The City of Fort Collins Arts and Culture Department offers vibrant performing and visual arts facilities, an award-winning botanical garden and an interactive museum. Arts and Culture also promotes public art through co-created community programming, pop-up performances, dedicated partnerships and grants. Learn more about our facilities, our programming and our support for the arts below.

Center for Creativity

A historic library renovated into a vibrant arts center.

The Center for Creativity (C4C) at the Historic Carnegie Library features public gallery, classroom and meeting spaces that are available for exhibitions, performances, teaching and events. Artists from various disciplines use the C4C for diverse artistic expressions.

Gardens on Spring Creek

A botanic oasis situated in the heart of Fort Collins.

The Gardens offers twelve acres of curated gardens, the Butterfly House, classes, camps, summer concerts and special events — all aimed at improving the quality of life in Fort Collins and fostering environmental stewardship through horticulture.

The Lincoln Center

Northern Colorado's premier venue for special events and the performing and visual arts.

The Lincoln Center offers Broadway shows, concerts, comedy, dance and nationally-recognized exhibitions. The venue features two theaters, an art gallery, spacious conference rooms and outdoor rental spaces.

Fort Collins Museum of Discovery

An interactive museum filled with discovery.

Fort Collins Museum of Discovery is an immersive museum, dedicated to creating meaningful opportunities to learn, reflect and have fun through hands-on and collections-based explorations in science, history and culture.

Art in Public Places

Embedding art into the fabric of Fort Collins.

The Art in Public Places program has supported art in the community since 1995. Art in Public Places expands access to works of art by commissioning local artists for murals, sculptures and more featured through Fort Collins.

FoCo Creates (Fort Fund)

Investing in community-led arts and culture programming.

Since 1989, FoCo Creates grants (formerly Fort Fund) have helped make our community a creative hub and welcoming destination by funding nonprofits and events that celebrate heritage, diversity and participation.

Featured Events

The Lincoln Center Gallery: The Bright Side

01 May 2026 This art exhibit celebrates the power of bright color and uplifting energy through a dynamic mix of styles by artists Annie O'Brien Gonzales, Laura Merage, Tricia Soderberg and Randy Steinke.

The Lincoln Center Art Gallery, 417 W Magnolia St., Fort Collins, CO 80521

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FCMoD: Fort Collins Autism Resource Fair

03 May 2026 Neurodiverse individuals and their loved ones are encouraged to explore the Fort Collins Museum of Discovery and share a day of fun!

Fort Collins Museum of Discovery, 408 Mason Ct, Fort Collins, CO 80524

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Art in Public Places: Art Week Public Art Tour

05 May 2026 Join City of Fort Collins Art in Public Places program staff for a one hour walking tour of public art around downtown.

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Creative Foundations Workshop: Art Works Better Together

07 May 2026 This interactive session, in partnership with the Creative District, will help you build meaningful partnerships and strengthen your professional network. Join us and grow your circle!

Center for Creativity, 200 Matthews St., Fort Collins, CO 80524

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The Lincoln Center: Wind in the Willows

08 May 2026 Journey into the Wild Wood on this multi-media adventure based on Kenneth Grahame’s beloved children’s novel.

The Lincoln Center, 417 W Magnolia St., Fort Collins, CO 80521

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The Gardens: Spring Plant Sale

16 May 2026 Shop locally grown perennials, annuals, vegetables and herbs at The Gardens on Spring Creek's annual Spring Plant Sale!

The Gardens on Spring Creek, 2145 Centre Ave, Fort Collins, CO 80526-2087

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