Our favorite museum we visited while in Denver. Located in a historic building where parts…read moreadjacent to the main gallery are maintained in their turn of the century glory. They had an incredible selection of art (mostly paintings, but some sculptures too) with many renowned artists represented. The art is displayed based on the era in which it was created. I would definitely recommend starting with the oldest pieces and working your way to modern. The staff was very genial, and guided tours are available daily for a small additional fee. I would go back in a heartbeat. * Photography is permitted (the wording on the website implies that it wasn't always so), but as in every museum I've ever been in, no flash photography is allowed.

On a recent solo date (#dateswithkate) in cold and snowy Denver, I ventured down to the American…read moreMuseum of Western Art! Located across from the Brown Palace Hotel, this museum is a little bit of a hidden gem, in that the historic building blends into its' nearby hotel. Parking is a bit tricky, in that it's only offered via meter or nearby garage. Be prepared for a bit of a walk or pay a few bucks. The museum itself is larger than it appears, in that it offers 4 floors of artwork, sculptures, statues, historic home space filled with artwork and western history dating from the 1800's - 1940. VERY cool! Each floor is an "exhibit", adding to the overall story of the west and how the west seen through the eyes of many artists and their interpretation. Walls are divided into little sections filled with both small and large sized art. With my "telephone" in tow, I made my way through the museum in reverse - starting on the 4th floor. The telephone-like object provided a thorough breakdown of the artwork, and provided context for the different artists, the year and their historic significance! Each room off the elevator featured a historic look into history, with traditional rooms featuring some notable art pieces - which was a cool way to see this converted house to museum come to life. Staff are very friendly, welcoming and provide guided tours throughout the week, offer their two cents on the varied pieces and even protect the artwork. Multiple security guards were on each floor, reminding guests not to take photos, videos or get too close! I very much enjoyed my solo experience and would highly recommend a visit - as it's worth it! *** MAJOR PERK: I'll shout from the rooftops that the library is the best kept secret for all things cool and FREE tickets to the museum (along with many others!) through the local library. I reserved mine online, allowing free entry to explore on a self-guided tour!

So much fun exploring and learning about Earth, the solar system, nature, and history! The…read morePlanetarium is a wonderful experience. Watching the presentations about the solar system makes you feel like you're right there, riding alongside the planets and floating through space. Walking through the museum, interacting with the exhibits, and learning from the stewards made the visit even more enjoyable. It was also awesome to see school groups and summer camps exploring the museum. I love that the kids have a designated place to sit and eat their lunches instead of having to use the café. There is so much to see and learn that you can easily spend hours here. It's a great way to spend the day, whether you're visiting with family, friends, or on your own. Happy Yelping!

Educational and interactive!…read more There's a large parking lot and an underground parking garage so plenty of spaces. You do need to purchase a ticket to enter so I suggest doing that ahead of time. It also gives you a timeframe to enter just so it spaces out the crowds. Did you know that there's a scavenger hunt for gnomes, I think they look more like elves though lol the list of where to find the gnomes can be found on the museums website. This was really fun because it kept me guessing on where to look next, and when we came up to exhibit that supposedly had the gnome, I got to look really close at all the details of that exhibit. There are three levels to the museum, the ground floor, the second level and the third floor. Each one is broken up into different categories. They also have a laser show going on with different songs or movies for the theme. You do need to reserve a spot online so make sure you check out the showtimes, each week is different. I went with a friend and we blocked out three hours for this. The laser show we chose was roughly 30 minutes so we ended the day with the laser show. So the museum itself only took 2 1/2 hours.

We stopped in to this local museum about the history of Golden. The staff was nice upon entering…read moreand we registered our license plate for free 2 hour parking. Unfortunately we were underwhelmed, we thought there would be more information and displays. The positive is that it is free and the displays were informative about the people that lived there.

The museum along the creek is very clean and nice and a fun little activity to do in Golden. The…read morefarm/tour on your own outdoor museum on the other side of the creek is also fun and pretty to check out.

There's not much I can cover that Rolf didn't in his descriptive review, but I really enjoyed…read morevisiting this mountaineering museum ($5) last week. We had an extremely helpful, knowledgeable, friendly and funny guide who walked us through a few of the exhibits and then left us alone to look around, watch the videos, listen to audio and read the numerous displays. After hiking my first two 14ers this fall, I have even more of an interest in and appreciation for the incredible outdoor adventures our state has to offer, and this museum gives a great glimpse into them all, as well as some outside our fair state. The large 3D model of Everest was super cool and the info about each 14er was helpful. To read that a family with four children, one as young as 8, summited them all in just a few months really made my jaw drop! Dang. You can learn all about the unique aspects of our climate, types of geology, hypothermia, altitude sickness, the 10th Mountain Division, ice climbing, female outdoor pioneers and more. There is a portaledge set up to check out and a bunch of other displays of real live equipment and artifacts. I think my favorite things I read were all of the quotes sprinkled throughout that talked about the inspiration people take from these outdoor pursuits, and the indescribable feeling one gets from a summit, any summit. Colorado is a very special place and this museum definitely left me feeling so lucky to live here, and maybe a little more willing to take on some risk and adventure. If that also strikes your fancy, you can walk upstairs to the Colorado Mountain Club and get info about the many outdoor classes they offer, like I did :)

The Bradford Washburn American Mountaineering Museum is the largest museum devoted to…read moremountaineering in the Western Hemisphere, and one of the very largest in the entire world. The museum is a little-known gem in Colorado and deserves greater exposure. The museum is a joint project of the American Alpine Club and the Colorado Mountain Club, and also features photographs and material provided by the National Geographic Society. Its mission is "to inspire in our visitors a greater appreciation for the mountains and for mountaineering, in all of its facets, including the cultural and inspirational qualities of the mountains and the sport; to help in the cause to preserve the mountains and the history of mountaineering; to educate our visitors and in so doing enhance their enjoyment and safety in the mountains." The museum is quite beautiful and is a good venue for a quarter-day or half-day in Golden, which itself is a very interesting place to visit with many other local museums and places of interest. The museum has an interesting collection of permanent displays and artifacts, including some of the most well-known artifacts in the history of mountaineering, as well as temporary exhibits and videos. It has a gigantic 3D model of Mt. Everest that shows the various routes to the top. There's also a display of Tenth Mountain Division equipment. There are numerous full-size mannequins with original equipment from - among other things - the first American expedition to summit Mt. Everest, some of the most famous Colorado mountaineers of the early 1900s. It's really interesting to see how technology and techniques have progressed in mountaineering. The museum does contain displays and hands-on exhibits that are of interest to younger kids, including a cool "crevasse" that they can jump over, and a hanging ledge shelter that they can hole up in. There's also a gift shop called the "Base Camp." Visitors should check the website at mountaineeringmuseum.org to make sure of the current hours and to learn about the latest exhibits.

The Red Rocks Amphitheatre Visitor Center sits at the top of the amphitheater and does an excellent…read morejob of blending the history, geology, and musical legacy of Red Rocks. The exhibits are informative and interactive, and the Hall of Fame displays the legendary artists who have performed here over the years. There's also a wall that lists every artist that has played at the amazing venue. You can learn about the venue's history and experience the incredible views of the red rock formations. The visitor center is clean, well-maintained, and is a nice break from the heat. The gift shop has a nice selection of souvenirs and clean restrooms. This is the coolest concert venue we've ever experienced. You might even get to see a raccoon or two.

Red Rock amphitheater opens an hour before sunrise and is truly a bucket list item!! It was truly a…read morebeautiful sight! I had never been and my boyfriend has been to a concert here and said it was REALLY a cool experience! It was completely free for us to come here at sunrise! So if you are looking for a great cheap experience in Colorado, this is it!! There was plenty of parking but expect to walk! Wear good shoes! Staff here was cleaning because there was a concert scheduled for that night but it didn't bother us in the least bit. The visitor center was cool to walk through and doesn't take much time. There are also nice bathrooms in here. I really wanted to buy a sticker but it seems there gift shop opens later than the actual center. There is also a spot here to eat. We didn't but the views looked very cool! There are places to hike around here as well and you definitely should! We saw wild turkeys and saw the rocks from a different view! Just beautiful! Definitely come here and check out the sunrise or a concert!!

I lived in Capitol Hill for nearly five years, before I got married, and I never knew that this…read moreplace existed!! And it's right near the library, where I went every week! This was my daughter's idea. We met at her apartment, and walked to the Center. We were greeted by a very nice lady, paid the admission, and walked around. The current exhibition is about the history of corsets. NGL, made me want to start wearing mine again. OMG, such tiny, tiny waists! And fun stories. One corset was worn by a woman who would paddle her children with the baleen from her corset!! That made us laugh. The Center is a Victorian house. We did the self-guided, because it was close to closing time. We didn't get to see upstairs, alas. I think that's only on the guided tour. This is a time capsule, the story of the cook and house manger, Carrie Erickson. The range is MAGNIFICENT. There are two ice boxes (you can open the smaller one). I cannot imagine cooking on that range. Wow. There's a pantry and a butler's pantry. There are silver tea and coffee services, heavy and chased. I really, really wanted to polish them, lol. Beautiful crystal. The ceilings are high, the walls paneled with wood or covered in wallpaper. The parlor furniture looks uncomfortable. We thoroughly enjoyed our time here! The historical notes were useful, showcasing different women of the era. The gift shop has many, many books, and a small selection of fun stuff. We like supporting museums, so I got a pin and a water bottle, and my daughter bought a tote bag with pictures of "badly behaved women" who made history. Vive la femme!

In searching for a fun and interesting for my mom and I to do on a Friday afternoon, I came across…read morethe Center for CO Women's history and was immediately interested! I booked tickets online to the historical tour and after a lunch at nearby Leven, we made our way to a gorgeous house on the corner of 13th and Bannock. We were the only women on the historical tour, which made for a more intimate and in-depth tour with our guide - who was extremely knowledgeable, friendly and wowed us with stories of the family, and women who lived, learned and created a community within Denver. Both mom and I enjoyed the 1-hour tour, cutesy gift shop and the volunteers who spend their days educating the masses. I'd highly recommend this tour for women of all ages because it's a fun slice of women's history in the heart of downtown Denver!! PRO TIP: Check out your local county library perks/pass program. A ton of local museums offer FREE passes to explore and learn! Mom and I have been on a mission to take advantage of every FREE museum opportunity so seriously, check it out cause WOW!!

Definitely a small "museum" but my mom and I really enjoyed our visit here…read more During our visit, they had a collection of Australian quilts on display. It is mind-blowing the amount of detail and skill that goes into said quilts - they were all beautiful but also looked very complex. We had a volunteer give us a "tour" which was a nice touch as it made the visit more interactive, and he was a wealth of info. If you are a quilter or even just a fan of art, the Rocky Mtn quilt museum is a nice stop when in Golden.

This is a small quilt museum but tastefully laid out and the ladies working there were quite…read moreinformative. Location would have been ideal in the heart of Golden (which it isn't) but it is what it is. We enjoyed our visit overall.

We've gone to all the iterations of Camp Christmas: the first one at Stanley, outdoors in Lakewood,…read moreeven the virtual COVID one. This year's is smaller as expected but brings just as much spirit (and puns). It's great that they spread out a bunch of stuff throughout Stanley Marketplace but it's definitely worth it to pay for the Express experience as well, really cool stuff you can only see there. Some of which I definitely recognize from past iterations but also many new creations.

Expectations blown away!!…read more We really expected this to be snoozy and a waste of time and it turned out to be absolutely the opposite. Well thought out! Amazingly detailed Fun and engaging Colorful and Campy At moments, thought provoking, trying to solve every Christmas tree pun! Well worth the $20 We went with friends. Had some drinks. Had some laughs and really enjoyed ourselves. It was busy but not crazy busy so I think their reservation system worked well. We laughed so hard a couple of times I knew we had come to the right place. I absolutely recommend this to anyone looking for a fun campy Christmas experience that you could do with friends or family or both!! Drinks are a tad pricey but definitely stout.