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Denver Museum of Nature and Science

2001 Colorado Blvd
Denver, CO 80205
(303) 322-7009
dmnh.org
4 star rating based on 17 reviews

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Daily 9am-5pm  
Status: Opens in 33 minutes  
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tel: (303) 322-7009

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tel: (303) 370-8384

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The DMNS hosts an IMAX theater, the Gates Planetarium, plenty of dinosaurs, Egyptian mummies, gems, wildlife dioramas... just about everything kids love! As you emerge from an entry corridor with views of space, a dramatic Martian canyon lies to your right. To your left, dust and gas swirl in giant nebulae. This is Space Odyssey , where the universe is yours to explore—and where space news... more
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Located in Denver's City Park, the Denver Museum of Nature & Science (DMNS) works to promote the study, understanding, and enjoyment of the universe, nature, science, and human cultures. The DMNS inspires curiosity and excites minds of all ages through scientific discovery and the presentation and preservation of the world's unique treasures. DMNS is the Rocky Mountain region's leading resource... more
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The bodies have been preserved in a process called Plastination; all the muscles, tendons, nerves, blood vessels, bones and organs remain. Not for the squeamish.
Posted by Citysearch on May 19, 2009

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Don't miss the Hall of Life, which allows kids to explore their bodies, from how high they can jump to how fast they can saw through a log. There's also an Imax theater, where films are screened daily.
Posted by Citysearch on April 21, 2009

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Home to the world's largest mammoth fossil, the museum also boasts traveling exhibits, dinosaur skeletons and spectacular space displays.

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In Short The museum embraces the philosophy of having its exhibits look like natural habitats. The gem collection is set in a replica of a mine and the dinosaurs are displayed in prehistoric desolation based on what Colorado might have looked like 300 million years ago. The museum has one of the biggest, most complete dinosaur collections in the world. Other exhibits include the... more
Posted by Contributor on April 21, 2009, (Edited August 23, 2006)

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Controversial exhibit at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science explores human anatomy using real human bodies.
Posted by Contributor on March 15, 2006

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If you want to put together your Western-wear ensemble under one roof, this is the place. It's the largest such store in Tucson and can deck you and your kids out in the latest cowboy fashions, including hats and boots.
Posted by frommers on September 25, 2007
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My family always stops by at this museum. They have interesting things and I highly recommend the Imax. I loved their new planetarium movie Sonic Vision. It was creative and different.

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+ Imax, Planetarium, health section
Posted by highadvisor on April 21, 2009, (Edited August 06, 2005)

family through and through

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Our entire family enjoyed the trip. From the Imax to the displays, we (ages range from 2-32) had a ball. Kids loved it and the price was right! Will go again.

Pros

+ environment, cleanliness

Cons

- expensive food, parking
Posted by spoonatuna on April 21, 2009, (Edited February 07, 2003)

best museum

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This is the best museum in Denver. It's great for both kids and adults. Make sure to check out the Hall of Life. The omni-theatre is a little small, though.
Posted by ltwaddle on April 21, 2009, (Edited September 19, 2002)
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