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CHAC Gallery 834 Santa Fe Drive Denver, CO 80204
Thursday to Sunday from 12pm-4pm and First Fridays from 5pm-9pm
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CHAC @ 40 West 7060 W. 16th Ave. Lakewood, CO 80214
Wednesday and Thursday (and posted Saturdays) from 12pm-4pm and First Fridays from 5pm-9pm
Also by appointment
(p: 720-662-4822)
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Free and open to the public
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Exhibitions
Santos is Art in Celebration of Our Heritage
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Exhibit Opening: Dec. 6th, 5pm-9pm
​​Exhibit Runs: Dec. 6th to Dec. 22nd
Location: CHAC Gallery at Santa Fe
834 Santa Fe Dr. Denver, CO 80204
Open: Thursday to Sunday, 12pm-4pm
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One of the oldest living folk art traditions in the United States is the creation of devotional art that depicts divine icons and symbols, particularly Catholic patron saints.
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Santos “Saints” are made with wood and bultos are painted or unpainted sculptures. Retablos are devotional paintings redder that are on wood.
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Santos use nature pigments native to the land because when this art form started priests had to travel to Chihuahua Mexico for supplies. Supplies were very expensive and this led to the use of indigenous painting techniques and material that were native to the land. This tradition dates back for over 4 centuries to when the Spanish settlers first arrived in the Southwest.
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Exhibit Curated by Carlos Santistevan
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Image by Carlos Santistevan
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Honoring Our Lady of Guadalupe and Tonantzin
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Exhibit Opening : Dec. 6th, 5pm-9pm
Exhibit Runs: Dec. 6th to Dec. 22nd
Location: CHAC @ 40 West
7060 W. 16th Ave Lakewood, CO 80214
Open: Thursday and Friday 12pm-4pm
Also, by appointment 720-662-4822
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Our Lady of Guadalupe, a symbol of faith and hope, and Tonantzin, the Aztec earth goddess, embody the spirit of nurturing and strength that resonates within our communities. This show invites artists to explore and express their interpretations of these figures, showcasing the rich tapestry of stories, emotions, and connections that they inspire.​​​
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Curated by Rob and Tammy Yancey
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Image by Carlos Fresquez
Something for Everyone
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Events and Programs Accessibility Statement
Chicano Humanities and Arts Council is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible environment for all attendees.
We strive to provide events that are welcoming, accommodating, and supportive of diverse accessibility needs.
We aim to support full access to gallery spaces, exhibits and programs.
To report a problem or request accommodation please email brenda@chacgallery or call 720-662-4822