$10,830 raised by 45 donors
72% complete
$15,000 Goal
As the only art museum in NW Colorado, SAM's reputation is built on presenting exceptional exhibits of living master artists relevant to Western heritage. Annually, SAM hosts two major exhibits and a Plein Air event, vibrant outreach and education programs for all ages, and a Museum Store.
"Steamboat Springs is home to several gems that quietly sparkle - places that add dimension and culture to our mountain community - and the Steamboat Art Museum is one of those…The museum is truly one of Steamboat's jewels, and thanks to the visionary leaders and financial contributions from many in this community, it will continue to serve as Steamboat's cultural center for the visual arts. Its exhibits are free, making fine art accessible to the general public." - Steamboat Today Editorial Board
"We are so thankful that the Steamboat Art Museum partners with us, bringing the gift of fine and visual arts into the lives of the children we serve. It is vitally important to teach our young people about the role the arts play in our everyday lives." - Boys and Girls Club
[Museums] tell our stories, preserve our heritage, interpret the past, and explore the future. In this way, museums enrich our lives daily-feeding a hunger for knowledge and igniting our imaginations. - American Association of Museums
The Mission of the Steamboat Art Museum (SAM) is "to promote and present the visual arts to the community of Northwest Colorado, reflecting and enhancing our culture and heritage."
In 2004, a group of passionate artists, gallery owners, and community supporters envisioned a fine art museum for downtown Steamboat. At the same time, the historic Rehder Building was gifted to the City with the stipulation it would become a museum — an opportunity that sparked the creation of the Steamboat Art Museum. SAM incorporated in 2005 and opened its first exhibit in 2006.
Thanks to years of thoughtful renovation, both the original 1905 building and its 1920 addition have been transformed into welcoming spaces for exhibitions, events, educational programs, community gatherings, and more.
During our first decade, SAM focused on presenting exceptional exhibits and caring for Steamboat’s largest historic building. In our second decade, our expanded space has allowed us to grow and thrive — creating themed exhibitions, collaborating with artists and local partners, and offering enriching programs for people of all ages.
Today, SAM is a vibrant cultural hub for Northwest Colorado. Each year, we present two major exhibitions, as well as our beloved Plein Air event, artist workshops, artist presentations, and community programs. Thanks to supporters like you, admission to exhibits and enrichment programs is always free and always inspiring.
We’re deeply grateful to everyone who has helped make this vision a lasting reality.
Organization name
Steamboat Art Museum
other names
SAM
2005
Tax id (EIN)
20-3867662
Category
Arts, Culture & Humanities
Organization Size
Medium Organization
Colorado State Tax Credits
Colorado Enterprise Zone Credit
Address
807 Lincoln AveMailing
PO Box 775301Routt County, CO, US