DAC is a multi-faceted hub for community arts that hosts and promotes contemporary visual and performing arts, arts education, and the annual Durango Autumn Arts Festival. Over the years, DAC has built its reputation as a local arts industry leader and has been working diligently to ensure that the arts continue to thrive in the Four Corners region and beyond. Learn More
The Durango Arts Center provides entertaining, professional and quality theatre for audience of area residents and visitors to the region. We aim to excite our audiences with old favorites and challenge them with new and non-traditional works. DAC Theatre is committed to fostering a collaborative spirit by inviting local theater artists and other companies to join our artistic community through auditions, theater rentals, guest artist opportunities, production assistance and many other ways. This outlet for self-expression fosters a community with more vibrant, healthy and active citizens
DAC education programs provide dynamic opportunities for children, youth and adults to explore the visual and performing arts within a cooperative and inspiring learning environment.
DAC exhibits bring to our community significant, progressive art shows and support regional artists with a variety of exhibit opportunities throughout the year. DAC hosts an average of 25 exhibits annually in the Barbara Conrad, Art Library, and Entrada/Arriba Gallery spaces featuring local, national, and internationally recognized artists. Supporting a practice of diversifying the visitor’s experience, each DAC exhibit includes special events such as workshops, demonstrations, lectures, and film screenings.
