Children's Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus 39.748604° N -105.01702° W

Description

The Children's Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus believes in kid-powered learning and every day, their expertly designed exhibits and programs open doors for Colorado's curious young minds to express what they know and to discover, create and explore more - on their own terms.

The Children’s Museum focuses on early childhood education, serving children newborn to age eight, with interactive exhibits and educational programming focusing on on STEM, health and wellness, 21st Century Skills, literacy and the arts. The Museum offers self-guided field trips or outreach programs in your classroom. Financial aid is available to qualifying schools.


Lunch Notes

There is a Café on-site to purchase a variety of healthy and fresh sandwiches, wraps and salads. Please note that the Museum does not have indoor facilities for school groups to eat lunch or snack, even in the case of inclement weather. The Museum is located next to Gates Crescent Park, where park benches and grassy areas are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Indoor lunch space may be reserved for a fee, subject to availability. Two weeks notice required.

Bathroom Notes

Bathrooms are available on-site.

Info

2121 Children's Museum Drive
Denver, CO 80211

+1 303-433-7444

StudentVisits@cmdenver.org

Sun
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Mon
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tues
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed
9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thur
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sat
10:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Subjects
Space, Physics, Arts, Speaking & Listening, Geography, Music, Dance, Counting, Nutrition, Engineering, Biology, Myths & Legends, Folktales, Sustainability, My Community, Theater, Poetry, Measurement & Data, Chemistry, Research, Math, Number & Operations In Base Ten, Fractions, Science, Weather And Climate, Geology, Climate, Conservation
Activities
Field Trip, School Based Program
Grades
Preschool, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Cost
Free Programs, Scholarships Available, Reduced Price For Title 1 Schools
Accommodations
Outdoor Lunch Space

Learning Experiences

Field Trip

Self-guided Field Trip

Self-guided field trips are a great way to extend learning (and fun!) beyond the classroom.

At the Children’s Museum, we believe in kid-powered learning, and work hard every day to open doors for our future leaders, innovators, and adventurers to explore, create and learn on their own terms. Our exhibits are hands-on, interactive, totally one-of-a-kind, and are expertly designed to build 21st Century Skills, and engage growing minds in science, the arts, literature, and health and wellness.

Let your students explore sudsy science in Bubbles, express themselves in The Art Studio, learn about the Laws of Motion in Kinetics or get their hearts pumping in Joy Park!

New this year! Bring as many chaperones as you want at no cost.

Subjects Covered

space, physics, arts, speaking & listening

Grades
preschool, k, 1, 2
Capacity
150 stu.
Activity

field trip

Duration
120 min.

School Based Program

World Dance and Drumming

Take a journey around the world to learn about drums and dancing from diverse cultures. Students will beat different drums in this interactive musical adventure combining
geography, arts and culture.

Note: Can be adapted for groups with disabilities at no additional cost.

Recommended for pre-k - 1 grade. Scholarships available, ask if your school qualifies.

Subjects Covered

geography, music, dance

Grades
preschool, k, 1, 2
Capacity
30 stu.
Activity

school based program

Duration
45 min.

Molar Expedition

This interactive tooth adventure takes students through discovery stations to explore dental health. Learn how to protect your teeth from sugar bugs, cavities and germs!

Recommended for grade pre-k - 1. Scholarships available, ask if you school qualifies.

Subjects Covered

counting, nutrition

Grades
preschool, k, 1, 2
Capacity
30 stu.
Activity

school based program

Duration
45 min.

Kinetic Engineers

Investigate force and motion by working in teams to complete design challenges and build ramps and pathways! This STEM program encourages young engineers to observe, ask questions and test out ideas!

Note: Available as 1 session or a 3-session extended program.

Recommended for 1 - 2 grade. Scholarships available, ask if your school qualifies.

Subjects Covered

physics, engineering

Grades
k, 1, 2
Capacity
30 stu.
Activity

school based program

Duration
45 min.

Stuffee

Stuffee is a larger-than-life ambassador for health. In this interactive program, students will gain an understanding of the human body and ways to stay healthy and strong.

Subjects Covered

biology, nutrition

Grades
preschool, k, 1, 2
Capacity
30 stu.
Activity

school based program

Duration
45 min.

Star Lab

Climb inside our portable planetarium and explore the night sky! Students will learn to identify and locate constellations and enjoy star-inspired myths and legends from diverse world cultures.

Recommended for k to 3rd grade. Scholarships available, ask if your school qualifies.

Subjects Covered

myths & legends, folktales

Grades
k, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Capacity
30 stu., Max 1 chap.
Activity

school based program

Duration
45 min.

Healthy Planet Heroes

The Earth needs a superhero and there’s only one person for the job… YOU! Learn how easy and fun it can be to save the environment by reducing, reusing and recycling through song, dance and interactive games.

Recommended for k to 3 grade.

Scholarships available for any school with over 50% of students participating in the Free and Reduced Lunch program.

Subjects Covered

sustainability, my community, music

Grades
k, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Capacity
200 stu., Max 6 chap.
Activity

school based program

Duration
45 min.

The Gingerbread Man

This assembly-style performance is interactive theater at its best! Your students will bring nursery rhymes and fairytales to life as they act out the adventures of this mischievous little cookie.

Recommended for pre-k - 1 grade.
Scholarships available, ask if your school qualifies.

Subjects Covered

theater, poetry

Grades
k, 1, 2
Capacity
125 stu., Max 8 chap.
Activity

school based program

Duration
45 min.

Bubble Lab

Young scientists will learn about bubbles and their amazing properties. Using bubble-making ingredients and measuring instruments, they will work in teams to develop and test their very own formula for bubble solution!

Note: This program can get messy, and is ideally held in a gym or other non-carpeted area. Educators bring tarps to cover the floor.

Recommended for 1 - 2 grade. Scholarships available, ask if your school qualifies.

Subjects Covered

measurement & data, chemistry, research

Grades
k, 1, 2
Capacity
30 stu., Max 6 chap.
Activity

school based program

Duration
45 min.

Earth Balloon

Calling all young explorers! Take a one-of-a-kind look at the Earth from inside our 26-foot tall Earth Balloon. Students will gain an understanding of continents, countries, rivers, mountains and oceans in this interactive trip around the globe.

Recommended for k to 3rd grade. Scholarships available, ask if your school qualifies.

Subjects Covered

geography, music

Grades
k, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Capacity
30 stu., Max 1 chap.
Activity

school based program

Duration
45 min.