Art District on Santa Fe The Art District on Santa Fe (or ADSF) was founded as a non-profit organization in 2003, made up of 17 different galleries, businesses and theaters. The ADSF declares their mission statement to be: “The Art District on Santa Fe is dedicated to promoting public awareness of Santa Fe Drive as a unique art and cultural district, and furthering the arts and art education in the metropolitan community.” Certainly Santa Fe has been the first thing on Coloradan minds when they hear the term “art district,” as the ADSF has enjoyed growth in their membership and have garnered a reputation as being one of the destination stops when visiting Colorado. However, in recent years, this curve of growth has slowed, not at all improved by recent nationwide economic woes. Not to be deterred, the ADSF remains the largest art district in Denver, experiencing thousands of visitors during the ever popular “First Friday” event, when on the first Friday of every month, crowds of people walk up and down Santa Fe Dr. enjoying the newest gallery openings and often some free entertainment and beverages.
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DESIGN SYSTEM 2011