Past Events
Movement as Liberation: Yoga and meditation with Soraya Latiff
Movement as Liberation is a monthly yoga and meditation session guided by local instructor and social justice educator, Soraya Latiff. Each session is unique, but always includes a focus on grounding meditations written and spoken by Soraya. The theme for meditations may draw from the exhibition on display, current events, or her own work in social justice and anti-racism. Offerings and tools for classes may include tarot, card pulling, mantras, breathwork, resting positions, and incense.
Opening Reception - WARNING: Mi Amá
Union Hall’s next exhibition will present a collection of new artwork by Denver artist, musician, and poet Diego Florez-Arroyo. Join us for the opening reception on Halloween - costumes encouraged!
Movement as Liberation: Yoga and meditation with Soraya Latiff
Movement as Liberation is a monthly yoga and meditation session guided by local instructor and social justice educator, Soraya Latiff. Each session is unique, but always includes a focus on grounding meditations written and spoken by Soraya. The theme for meditations may draw from the exhibition on display, current events, or her own work in social justice and anti-racism. Offerings and tools for classes may include tarot, card pulling, mantras, breathwork, resting positions, and incense.
Artist Talk with Saul Acevedo Gomez and Kate Stone
Join Brooklyn artist Kate Stone and Denver artist Saul Acevedo Gomez for a live, virtual artist talk and walkthrough of their joint exhibition "Living Rooms" currently on view at Union Hall Art Space.
Moderated by Union Hall's Chief Curator Esther Hernandez, this conversation will take a deep dive into the concept and inspiration behind the exhibition with words from Kate and Saul about their creative practice. There will be time for Q&A at the end!
Closed for a private event
Union Hall will be closed to the public for a private event on Wednesday, September 25th. Regular gallery hours will resume on Thursday, September 26th.
Deadline: 2025 Rough Gems Application
Calling all new and aspiring art curators in the Denver-area: applications for Union Hall’s 2025 Rough Gems Curatorial Program are due on September 20th, 2024 at 11:59 PM MT. Union Hall Art Space developed the program to support creatives in cultivating strong leadership and curatorial skills and gaining first-hand experience organizing an exhibition from start to finish.
Moving Beyond the Algorithm: The Near Future of Human-Centric Creativity
Explore the role of creativity, experimentation, and innovation as essential aspects of art-making with an engaging discussion set against the backdrop of the dynamic Union Hall Art Space.
3:00 - 4:30 PM Panel Discussion | 4:30 - 6:00 PM Happy Hour
This event is hosted by Denver Digerati as a part of Denver Startup Week. Panelists include Nima Bahrehmand and Phillip Stearns, moderated by Sharifa Moore, Executive Director and Curator of Denver Digerati.
Happy Hour with Rough Gems Alumni
This is the second and final informational session surrounding the 2025 Rough Gems Curatorial Program. This informal meeting at Union Hall will spotlight former Rough Gems curators who will speak about their experiences producing an exhibition at Union Hall and answer questions from prospective applicants.
Movement as Liberation: Yoga and meditation with Soraya Latiff
Movement as Liberation is a monthly yoga and meditation session guided by local instructor and social justice educator, Soraya Latiff. Each session is unique, but always includes a focus on grounding meditations written and spoken by Soraya. The theme for meditations may draw from the exhibition on display, current events, or her own work in social justice and anti-racism. Offerings and tools for classes may include tarot, card pulling, mantras, breathwork, resting positions, and incense.
Saul Acevedo Gomez and Kate Stone: Living Rooms - Opening Reception
Credit: Kate Stone, “Headwaters”
Virtual: Rough Gems Application Info Session
This is the first of two informational sessions surrounding the 2025 Rough Gems Curatorial Program. If you're in the process of applying, curious about applying, or have general questions, join Union Hall's Chief Curator Esther Hernandez and Executive Director Emma Perez Steuer for this Virtual Application Info Session.
Unraveled Narratives: Poetry Showcase
Unraveled Narratives—aligned with Union Hall’s current exhibition ‘The Center Cannot Hold’—aims to capture the essence of themes like instability, fragmentation, and the search for equilibrium echoed in William Butler Yeats’ poem, "The Second Coming." Four poets and performance artists will transform memories and topics of loss and violence into expressions of beauty, art, and transformation.
Open: 2025 Rough Gems Application
Are you an aspiring art curator? Do you have a unique and innovative idea for an exhibition? Are you an artist, performer, musician, or part of a group seeking a spotlight in Denver’s art scene? Union Hall Art Space is seeking proposals for Rough Gems, an annual collaborative curatorial program, taking place at the gallery from Thursday, January 16th - Saturday, April 19th, 2025.
Movement as Liberation: Yoga and meditation with Soraya Latiff
Movement as Liberation is a monthly yoga and meditation session guided by local instructor and social justice educator, Soraya Latiff. Each session is unique, but always includes a focus on grounding meditations written and spoken by Soraya. The theme for meditations may draw from the exhibition on display, current events, or her own work in social justice and anti-racism. Offerings and tools for classes may include tarot, card pulling, mantras, breathwork, resting positions, and incense.
Denver Union Station Making History… Again: 10th Anniversary Gala
The Making History… Again Gala at Denver Union Station demonstrates a significant commitment to the local community by bringing together Denver’s citizens in support of local nonprofits for a memorable summer evening. Union Hall Art Space is honored to have been selected as nonprofit partner. Your tax-deductible ticket purchase through our platform allows us to keep 100% of the proceeds! Join us in celebrating 10 years of Denver's Union Station!
Movement as Liberation: Yoga and meditation with Soraya Latiff
Movement as Liberation is a monthly yoga and meditation session guided by local instructor and social justice educator, Soraya Latiff. Each session is unique, but always includes a focus on grounding meditations written and spoken by Soraya. The theme for meditations may draw from the exhibition on display, current events, or her own work in social justice and anti-racism. Offerings and tools for classes may include tarot, card pulling, mantras, breathwork, resting positions, and incense.
Summer Solstice Plant Sale
Union Hall is celebrating the change of seasons with a plant sale! Taking place at the gallery during open hours, Wednesday through Saturday 12-6pm, the public is welcome to browse a variety of homegrown Pothos plants that have been propagated and cared for by staff members. Choose from a selection of golden, neon, and marble/snow queen variegations ranging from $5 - $30 in price.
The Center Cannot Hold - Opening reception
Image: Stephanie Mercedes, “Never In Our Image.” Photo credit: Amir Pourmand
Union Hall’s 5 Year Anniversary Party!
During the 5 Year Anniversary Party you will get exclusive access to “The Obstacle is the Path” — an exhibition featuring some of the extraordinary artists we have worked with over the past 5 years — in addition to a variety of beverages, a dance worthy DJ set, light snacks, an exclusive chance drawing and more.
Our Anniversary Party will celebrate our growth over the past 5 years, while building community support so we can continue to impact local creatives for many years to come!
Movement as Liberation: Yoga and meditation with Soraya Latiff
Movement as Liberation is a monthly yoga and meditation session guided by local instructor and social justice educator, Soraya Latiff. Each session is unique, but always includes a focus on grounding meditations written and spoken by Soraya. The theme for meditations may draw from the exhibition on display, current events, or her own work in social justice and anti-racism. Offerings and tools for classes may include tarot, card pulling, mantras, breathwork, resting positions, and incense.
The Obstacle is the Path - Opening reception
The Obstacle is the Path seeks to highlight some of the talent and innovation of the artists and curators who have been essential to our journey over the past five years. Inspired by the philosophy of Marcus Aurelius, who famously said, "What stands in the way becomes the way," this exhibition commemorates Union Hall's 5th Anniversary by delving into this timeless concept. The collection of artwork seeks to explore how obstacles, challenges, and constraints serve not as barriers but as catalysts for transformation along the creative path, shedding light on the artist's journey of creation.
Image by Chrissy Espinoza
Curatorial Talk with Zak Ashburn
Join us for an in-person curatorial talk and exhibition tour with Zak Ashburn, the guest curator behind the 2024 Rough Gems exhibition, Laugh Lines. Led by Union Hall’s Chief Curator Esther Hernandez, we will be discussing the concept, inspiration and selected works in the exhibition.
Laughing Matters - Comedy Show
Join us for an evening of stand-up comedy by local singer, actor, and comic Bradley Gibbons in conjunction with the exhibition Laugh Lines, curated by Zak Ashburn at Union Hall. Expect a blend of sharp observation, irony, and clever insights that invite you to laugh while reflecting on the absurdities and challenges of the world we live in.
Tickets are donation-based, and can be purchased online. Suggested donations are $5 or more. All proceeds will go towards entertainer payment!
Movement as Liberation: Yoga and meditation with Soraya Latiff
Movement as Liberation is a monthly yoga and meditation session guided by local instructor and social justice educator, Soraya Latiff. Each session is unique, but always includes a focus on grounding meditations written and spoken by Soraya. The theme for meditations may draw from the exhibition on display, current events, or her own work in social justice and anti-racism. Offerings and tools for classes may include tarot, card pulling, mantras, breathwork, resting positions, and incense.