After the Asteroid: Earth's Comeback Story
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A newly discovered trove of remarkably preserved fossils, found at Corral Bluffs near Colorado Springs, has brought into sharp focus how Earth recovered after the devastating asteroid impact 66 million years ago that wiped out the dinosaurs. This discovery is a watershed scientific moment, and the Denver Museum of Nature & Science has created a brand-new bilingual exhibit to bring the discovery to life.
Earth Sciences Peer-reviewed Publications
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Earth Sciences Publications
Earth Sciences 2022 Year in Review
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Earth Sciences 2022 Year in Review
Kristen MacKenzie
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Kristen MacKenzie, Earth Sciences Collections Manager
Japanese Beetle Survey
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Community Science Japanese Beetle Survey
Science Division Research
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The Science Division aspires to make the world a better place through the process of scientific discovery.
Teen Science Scholars
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Teen Science Scholars
Dynamic Earth
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Dynamic Earth narrated by Liam Neeson explores the inner workings of Earth's climate system.
Teen Science Scholars
Learn valuable professional skills and gain experience in a STEM field, while interning at the Denver Museum. Our internships allow students and recent graduates to gain hands-on experience in scientific research, collections and archives.
Giant Gar from Cretaceous–Palaeogene
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The team stopped to find and dig through the Cretaceous/Paleogene (K/Pg) boundary, a thin band of rock containing much more iridium than other rock units and marks the end of the Mesozoic Era and the beginning of the Cenozoic Era.
At Home Science Fun
Our talented educator performer team (the folks facilitating shows and experiments in our exhibitions and hosting our virtual programs) created a list of their favorite at-home science activities.
National Science Foundation grant
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The Denver Museum of Nature & Science has recently been awarded a prestigious collaborative research grant from the National Science Foundation's Frontier Research in Earth Sciences program.
Virtual Science Academy
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Experience, explore, and engage with the Museum without leaving your classroom through interactive distance learning video conferencing.
Current Openings
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Work at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. Learn about the careers and jobs at DMNS.
Careers
Work at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. Learn about the careers and jobs at DMNS.
New Senior Vice President of Science, Dr. John Demboski
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The Denver Museum of Nature & Science is proud to announce the appointment of Dr. John Demboski as its new Senior Vice President of Science. Dr. Demboski is an accomplished evolutionary biologist and museum leader who will bring more than 20 years of experience to the position.
Internships
Internships at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. Learn valuable professional skills and gain experience in a STEM field, while interning at the Denver Museum. Gain hands-on experience in scientific research, collections and archives.
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Premier natural history and science Museum in Denver, Colorado and the western United States. Exhibitions, planetarium and lectures that explore the wonders of science, Colorado, Earth and the universe. Awarded the Denver Business Journal's 2019 Top Tourist Attraction, nonprofit Denver.
Ancient Caves
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Dive into the depths of “Ancient Caves” and explore Earth's hidden secrets in stunning caves from Europe to North America and the Caribbean Sea to unlock the secrets of our planet’s climate history.
Thank You
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Thank you for your support of the Denver Museum of Nature & Science
Featured Collections
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Learn more about the collections housed at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science
Mazes & Brain Games Press Kit
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The “Mazes & Brain Games” experience opens Friday, May 20, at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science and features dozens of puzzles and mazes. Discover surprises around every corner and new methods of problem-solving through open-ended play.
Nicole Neu-Yagle
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Nicole Neu-Yagle, Earth Sciences Assistant Collections Manager
Laura Uglean Jackson
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Digital Archivist at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science
Denver DMNS Receives Lifetime Achievement Award
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Denver Museum of Nature & Science curator David Krause has been awarded the prestigious Romer-Simpson Medal from the Society of Vertebrate Paleontology
The Institute for Science & Policy Launches New Podcast: Water Under Pressure
Today, the Institute for Science & Policy, a project of the Denver Museum of Nature & Science, releases a new podcast “Water, Under Pressure: The Uncertain Future of Colorado’s Most Valuable Resource.”
ALIVE
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Astronomy Learning in Immersive Virtual Environments ALIVE
Libby Couch
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Learn more about Business Support Specialist Libby Couch
Catering
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The Denver Museum of Nature & Science offers one of the region's most distinctive settings for receptions, dinners, corporate meetings, holiday parties, and convention events. Dinner and Evening Events, Receptions, Buffets and Seated Entrees, Desserts, Breakfast & Bar Selections
RARE FOSSIL PRESERVATION OF SEA ANEMONES
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Denver Museum of Nature & Science Expert Uncovers Rare Fossil Preservation of Sea Anemones
Bakoliarisoa Rakotozafy
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Bakoliarisoa Rakotozafy
Human Land Use and Dung Beetles
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Human Land Use and Dung Beetles
About Us
Together with you, we share new discoveries with the world, preserve scientific treasures that pique curiosities, and open eyes and minds to the wonders of nature and science. Learn about the Museum's Mission, Vision and Core Values.
Sensory Friendly Visits
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We are so excited you’re thinking about a visit to Denver Museum of Nature & Science! We also understand the Museum can be an overwhelming environment sometimes. Here are a few ideas to help you plan a more sensory friendly visit.
Access and Special Needs
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The Denver Museum of Nature & Science offers many services to facilitate and enhance the Museum experience for all of our guests. Accessible parking, Service animals are permitted, Mother's room, Braille maps, wheelchair seating, Assisted listening devices, closed captioning, Sign Language
Wonder Workshops
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Let us come to you! Our magnificent Museum educators will transform your classroom and take your adventurers on an unforgettable journey. This 45-minute program will fuel your students’ passion and curiosity for nature and science—challenging them to experiment, play, and solve mysteries together.
K-12 Professional Development
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Bring science to life in your classroom! Find out more about the science of learning, strengthen your expertise, and learn to integrate hands-on science activities into your classroom more effectively.
Preservice Teachers
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Explore the amazing resources available at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science and gain science or social studies content knowledge based on your group’s goals.
Employee Benefits
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Benefits of Working at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science
Plan an Event
Plan your next wedding, reception or special event at the Museum, where we offer unique settings, state-of-the-art audio visual services, unforgettable exhibitions and event enhancements such as Planetarium shows and inspiring views of City Park, Denver's skyline and the Rocky Mountains
Denver Museum of Nature & Science Teams Up with We Don’t Waste to Provide Food, Science Fun to Community
Denver Museum of Nature & Science Teams Up with We Don’t Waste to Provide Food, Science Fun to Community
DMNS X We don't Waste 09/26/23
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The Denver Museum of Nature & Science has partnered up with local non-profit We Don’t Waste Food for a wholesome event: We Don’t Waste Markets on Sept. 26 at 2:30 p.m. at Garden Place. At this event, Museum scientists and educators provide fun and learning games and activities for hundreds of Denver
Space Odyssey
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Science and Space screen, learn about space at the Denver Museum. Learn about the our solar system, and experience a Planetarium show.
Discovery Zone
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The "Discovery Zone" is bursting with activities that help build a strong foundation of science skills in young children as they look, ask, discover, make, and share.
Wildlife Halls
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Wildlife Halls at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. World renowned wild life halls filled with animals from all over the world. Get up close to animals and experience, study and learn about these animals. Perfect for still life drawings and studies, examination, and wildlife conservation.
Ethically Grounded Repatriation
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Ethically Grounded Repatriation
Volunteer at the Museum
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Become a volunteer at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. There are many opportunities.
Executive Profiles
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Learn more about the leadership team at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. George Sparks, Nancy Walsh, Ed Scholz, John R. Demboski, Amanda Bennett, Ash Bassim, Nicole Lucero-Holub, Tina J. Martinez and Christina Fritts.
Mysteries of the Ice Ages
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Discover the fascinating stories and mysteries of ice and adaptation through hundreds of artifacts and fossils, models and interactive experiences in "Mysteries of the Ice Ages," as you travel back in time through Earth’s icy history.
Give to the Museum
Philanthropic opportunities for the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. Donate to help children experience the Museum. Legacy giving, matching gifts to the Museum, Will and estate planning and giving to the Museum. Set up annual giving to the Museum. Give stocks and gifts to the Denver Museum.
2024.1.31 60 Minutes in Space (1)
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Encounter new ideas, cutting-edge science, and captivating individuals during lectures and events at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science.
One World One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure
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One World, One Sky is a brilliant spectacle of light and color that follows Sesame Street's Big Bird and Elmo as they explore the night sky with a new friend from China. Together, they take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, where they discover how different it is from Earth.
Antarctica
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Explore the untouched mysteries of “Antarctica,” narrated by the Academy Award®-nominated actor, Benedict Cumberbatch. From the filmmakers who brought you “Planet Earth II,” this stunning visual masterpiece invites you to experience the wonders of life in our planet’s frozen frontier.
Free Days and Free Nights
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Satisfy your science curiosity in a safe environment during our SCFD Free Days.
Share Your Gift of Membership
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Giving Club Explorer, Naturalist, Collector, and Founder level members receive (1) complimentary Family level Museum membership to give away. Use the following instructions to share this membership benefit. Contact Giving Club manager, Adam Beaves, at [email protected] for additional assistance.
Facility Rental
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Plan a function for your company or organization at the museum, where our spacious facility offers many options for the perfect setting—accommodating 15 to 3,500 guests—and our full-service event and catering planners ensure you can relax and watch your event go off without a hitch.
David Krause
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David Krause, Curator of Vertebrate Paleontology
Lindsay Dougan
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Lindsay Dougan, Digital Research Lab Technician
Tiffany Nuessle
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Tiffany Nuessle, Research Manager in the Genetics Lab
Casey Mallinckrodt
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Head Conservator, Denver Museum of Nature & Science
Hispanic Heritage Month: Meet Maurilio Tapia
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Maurilio is the bilingual communication support specialist for the marketing team at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. He joined the Museum in January of 2021.
Meet Chris Patrello, the new Assistant Curator in the Anthropology Department
Chris Patrello has joined our team as the new Assistant Curator of Anthropology at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science in 2022. He has co-curated the reinstallation of the Indigenous Arts of North America permanent collection galleries, working closely with museum’s staff, Indigenous Advisory...
School Programs and Educator Events
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Onsite: At the Museum - Programs that take place right here at 2001 Colorado Blvd. Offsite: At Your Place: Don't want to travel? No sweat, we'll come to you! Virtual Experiences - Connect with the Museum virtually! Teacher Professional Development: We've got something for everyone–including teachers
Konovalenko Gem Carvings
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Russian Gem Carvings by Vasily Konovalenko
Americas Last Dinosaurs
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America's Last Dinosaurs
North American Camel Spiders
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North American Camel Spiders
Garth Spellman
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Garth Spellman, Associate Curator of Ornithology
Courtney Scheskie
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Learn more about Business Support Specialist Courtney Scheskie
Jeff Stephenson
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Jeff Stephenson, Zoology Collections Manager
Press Room
Welcome to the Denver Museum of Nature and Science Press Room. Our Media Relations team works directly with the media across all platforms to provide background information and all news and events pertaining to the museum. We can also help with Press Kits, media and visuals.
Magic Mountain
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Magic Mountain Community Archaeology Project
Paula Cushing
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Paula Cushing, Senior Curator of Invertebrate Zoology
Gems and Minerals
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Our classic Gems and Minerals gallery is being transformed and expanded into a new, awe-inspiring experience that will change the way you view and appreciate our natural world.
Plan Your Visit
Plan your visit to the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. The museum is open seven days a week year-round, except December 25, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. The Guest Services phone line is open daily, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., at 303.370.6000, except December 25. IMAX, Planetarium, Special Exhibits, maps, access and more.
Scarab Biodiversity Exploration
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Scarab Biodiversity Exploration
Food Services
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Food, drink and fun at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science
7 Spooky Halloween animals and where to find them at the Museum
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The Denver Museum of Nature and Science has hundreds of species on display, but if you’re looking to see or learn more about these “spooky” Halloween animals, we got them too.
Floor Maps
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Museum Map. Explore the Museum floor plan before you visit. Find the Infinity Theater, Science atrium, Space Odyssey, T Rex Cafe, Gems & Minerals, Ricketson Auditorium, Gates Planetarium, Exhibition Health, Discovery Zone, Prehistoric Journey, Sky Terrace.
Membership FAQ
Have questions? We have answers! Get answers to some commonly asked questions regarding your visit to the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. If you don't find what you're looking for below, please call or email the Membership Department at 303.370.6306 or [email protected].
Teacher Professional Development
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From early childhood education to secondary level classrooms, our teacher professional development programs help you infuse lessons with critical thinking skills, strengthen your expertise, and integrate hands-on science activities in the classroom. K-12 Professional Development, Preservice Teachers
Christina Fritts new Vice President of Development
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Denver Museum of Nature & Science Appoints Christina Fritts as Vice President of Development
Madagascar Paleontology Projects
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Madagascar Paleontology Projects
Virtual Experiences
Connect with the Museum virtually! Tap into our Virtual Science Academy for fun, interactive experiences hosted by a Museum educator when it’s most convenient for you. Or explore with the Museum scientists in the field through Scientists in Action each month.
Annual Reports
See select Annual Reports for the Denver Museum of Nature & Science
NEH CARES Grant
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NEH CARES: World Ethnology Rehousing
Avenir Conservation Center
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Avenir Conservation Center
ISP Podcast Season Three
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The eight-part series examines air pollution in Colorado and beyond, and how we are navigating this complex problem that knows no borders
Bugs_Press_Release
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DENVER—The Denver Museum of Nature & Science welcomes “Bugs.” They’re bigger, they’re better, they’re buggier than ever. This interactive exhibition takes you into the incredible world of critters as you learn how to think, work and come eye to eye with nature’s true geniuses.
PR: Gussie Maccracken, Curator of paleobotany, DMNS
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Gussie Maccracken, Curator of paleobotany, DMNS
Space Odyssey Spanish
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Science and Space screen, learn about space at the Denver Museum. Learn about the our solar system, and experience a Planetarium show.
Young Professional Memberships
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Young Professional Memberships. Become a YP. Benefits include free guest tickets to the Museum, 21+ only and YP events. Enjoy invitations to exclusive events, exhibition openings & volunteer opportunities. YP Happy Hour, Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, Museum After Dark, Science on Tap
MOTIA
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DENVER – The Denver Museum of Nature & Science welcomes its newest temporary exhibition: "Mysteries of the Ice Ages" opening Oct. 20, 2023.
James Hagadorn
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James Hagadorn, Tim & Kathryn Ryan Curator of Geology
Experience New Exhibitions – Wild Color and Mysteries of the Ice Ages – and 3 Giant Screen Movies at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science
Experience New Exhibitions – Wild Color and Mysteries of the Ice Ages – and 3 Giant Screen Movies at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science
Wild Color
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Delve into the color spectrum like never before with "Wild Color," a stunning new temporary exhibition at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science.
Cosmic Journey
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In Cosmic Journey: A Solar System Adventure, you'll travel through our solar system faster than the speed of light, taking in the wonders of the planets and their moons.
Black Holes
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Run time: 25 mins. There's a place from which nothing escapes, not even light, where time and space literally come to end. It's at this point, inside this fantastic riddle, that black holes exert their sway over the cosmos … and our imaginations.