CNM’s rock layers present a pictorial history of our planet. Use this Bill Nye–style guide to discern the difference between Jurassic (old) and Triassic (really old) stone—and to learn where to see the ancient layers.
Colorado National Monument has more than 45 miles of trails—consider these three moderate treks its Triple Crown.
If you can only do one thing, tour the 23-mile Rim Rock Drive by car or bike.
How John Otto almost single-handedly ensured the landscape he loved became part of the National Park Service.
New books from Colorado authors that will keep you flipping pages, whether you make it to a seaside perch or not.
Don’t forget a blanket, Bluetooth speaker, and these local goods for an ideal open-air dining experience.
While you might not be able to go to a movie or sip beers at Coors Field, there are still plenty of ways to enjoy the season with your summer boo.
Tracy Markle of Boulder’s Digital Media Treatment and Education Center shares pointers on how to ditch your devices.
Your beach vacation may be on hold, but thanks to these Denver mixology masters, your Tiki drink is just a few ingredients away.
Check off these indulgences as you unwind the Colorado way.
Then use up your haul with a four-ingredient recipe for raspberry lemon verbena jam from Sabā Parsa of Boulder’s Sabā Jam.
Denver artist and teacher Andrea Slusarski shares her tips for how to capture outdoor scenes—no iPhone necessary.
KGA Studio Architects’ Paul Mahony has some strategies to turn your patio (or porch) into the hottest dining spot in town.
A letter from the editor of 5280‘s June 2020 issue.
We track key moments in the changing relationship between curators and Native American tribes.
Will the city’s plan leave low-income riders behind?
Why you should drink this traditional beverage—made with local ingredients—right now.
How our collective lack of empathy has been laid bare by COVID-19.
Sarah Tuneberg has been using her experience in public health and emergency management to help guide Colorado into its new normal.
If you’re nervous about getting rid of your pollution-spewing ride, these local resources for vehicle-free residents will ease your mind.
Local interior designers share their best tips for improving your home, no matter your budget.
The Bay Area transplant’s mochi treats marry Eastern and Western techniques and ingredients.
From hot sauce to pretzels, stock your cupboards with these secret weapon ingredients.
Just as diners need to support Centennial State restaurants right now, chefs—and consumers—need to do the same for our farmers and makers.
The tall tasks include some agile dogs and a group of peanut pushers.
Kyle Richardson is setting records on some of Colorado’s most famous terrain.
Just weeks into our forced hibernation and several days before Governor Jared Polis would declare April our “lost month,” we asked writers from around the state how the novel coronavirus had changed their respective worlds. Here are their stories about life in the early days of the global pandemic.
A letter from the editor of 5280 Home‘s June/July 2020 issue.
A once ho-hum dining space gets infusion of style and color inspired by its owner’s far-flung roots.
Denver architect Nate Jenkins tells the tale of his adventures in designing—and then living in—his own contemporary carriage house.
Veg out with these seasonal recipes from the team at South Broadway’s Somebody People restaurant.
Spritzer, frosé, fizz, or mule—no matter your drink of choice, these toast-worthy accessories will amp up the style of your next at-home happy hour.
Westminster–based Zeal Living brings stylish home decor and jewelry from all over Africa to Colorado.
The center of a family home in Steamboat Springs makes much of the high-country views—and the people who take them in.
An artist and her craftsman husband build a secondary unit on their property that meets all of their needs—and looks good, too.
Before you map out plans for an accessory dwelling unit on your property, it’s important to know the ground rules. We asked city experts and design pros for advice to help you chart a course to the backyard dwelling of your dreams.
Architectural photographer David Lauer’s handsome midcentury home in the Lynwood neighborhood is photo-ready after a stick-to-the-footprint restoration.
Boss Architecture’s principals revisit their revolutionary design that turned a vintage carousel into the crown jewel of Thornton’s Carpenter Park.
From the outside in, this serendipitous home renovation is a good reminder to always be nice to your neighbors.
Meet a group of forward-thinkers who are transforming our city into an architecture, real estate, and decorating mecca.
Denver reacts as citizens across the country protest the killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis.
Chef Ian Kleinman’s new reservation-only format delivers a small group experience and extraordinary treats.
Restaurants open, graduates celebrate, and moths descend. Here’s some of the Centennial State’s biggest stories this month.
The upcoming tour, CAVALCADE!, will take viewers on a dance- and theatrics-filled parade through Denver—all from the safety of your own car.
Owners and operators share challenges, including anti-Asian harassment and the risks of reopening for dine-in service.
As businesses open their doors, Coloradans are being asked to sign a lot more waivers. Is this temporary, or will it be one of COVID-19’s enduring legacies?
Pros from Colorado and beyond discuss pandemic-related challenges and solutions during the Good Food Media Network’s online conversations.
Dave Matthews, Big Head Todd & the Monsters, the Lumineers, and Jack Johnson are among the big-name acts that will play during Banding Together on May 30.
Wake up your mind and your body with this 30-minute yoga session led by Lacuna Juice and Yoga cofounder Megan Whiteside.
Choosing which college to attend is hard enough. The class of 2020 is making those decisions with the added uncertainty and stress of a global health crisis.
The Boulder brewery is refocusing on expanded outdoor seating after its beer vehicle was parked by the Colorado Liquor and Tobacco Enforcement division.
Face masks, disinfectants, and plenty of personal space: Business owners across the metro talk about reopening their doors and keeping their customers safe.
Face coverings and physical distancing rules were in place, but delightfully few skiers were on the slopes.
Jeff Osaka closes his fine-dining restaurant in Congress Park while planning to reopen his more casual spots.
Takeout for pick up and delivery is still available, but these local spots are also welcoming patrons into their dining rooms and open-air spaces.
For Denver School of the Arts seniors, their final performances are the pinnacle of their time there. This year’s class, however, never got its close-up.
Real estate experts say virtual tours are here to stay, but experiencing a house online is very different from seeing it in person.
The family-owned business will move into the former C Squared Ciders space shared by Bierstadt Lagerhouse on Blake Street.
Bars that don’t serve food are to remain closed but will be evaluated in June.
CovidLine is a free, bilingual telehealth hotline people can call to speak with volunteer doctors and medical students if they are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19.
An Asian-inspired pop-up in Boulder, beloved Denver ice cream shops, and new summer cocktail options are just a few of the delicious options.
5280 was again named the best big-city magazine in America as it took home six awards, including its first ever honor for Online Excellence.
A guide to when Colorado’s markets are opening and what safety guidelines you must follow when shopping.
The professional beer competition will take place, and other activities may include at-home beer and food pairing deliveries and virtual conversations with brewers.
Eric Chiappetta is slinging superior giardiniera and pickles—and collaborating with local chefs—so we can have something fun to eat during this not-very-fun time.
