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Museums and architecture in Denver
Museums and architecture in Denver
Black American West Museum & Heritage Center, 3091 California St, ☎ +1 303 482-2242, . September-May: Tu-Sa 10AM-2PM, June-August: Tu-Sa 10AM-5PM. Set in the home of Dr. Justina Ford, Colorado's first Black woman doctor, this museum is dedicated to the contributions of Black pioneers in the Old West. $8 adults, $7 seniors, $6 children. �
Byers-Evans House Museum, 1310 Bannock St, ☎ +1 303 620-4933, . Tu-Su 11AM-3PM (guided tours at 11AM, 12:30PM and 2PM). One of Denver's great historic homes, built in 1883 by Rocky Mountain News publisher Williams Byers and elegantly furnished with original turn of the (20th) century pieces. Tour the house or catch featured exhibitions in the gallery. $5 adults, $4 seniors, $3 children (children under 6 free). �
Chamberlin Observatory, 2930 E Warren Ave, ☎ +1 303 871-5172, . Built in 1890, this working observatory is a historic landmark and a pride of the University of Denver. Star Parties and other events are open to the public. �
Children's Museum of Denver, 2121 Children's Museum Dr, ☎ +1 303 433-7444 (fax: +1 303 433-9520), . This educational museum takes a fun, hands-on approach to learning. �
Colorado Historical Society, 1300 Broadway, ☎ +1 303 866-3682, . Home of the Colorado History Museum and the Stephen H. Hart Library. Exhibits at the museum and historical sites throughout Colorado. Currently closed through April 2012 during the construction of a new museum and research library. �
Colorado State Capitol, 200 E Colfax Ave, ☎ +1 303 866-2604, . A gorgeous domed building at the southern edge of Downtown. Tours are available, though the big attraction for tourists is standing above the words "One Mile Above Sea Level" engraved into one of the steps out front. �
Denver Art Museum, 100 W 14th Ave Pkwy, ☎ +1 720 865-5000, . Tu-Th,Sa-Su 10AM-5PM, F 10AM-8PM. Closed M and major holidays. A huge museum with art from all over the world. You'll want to give yourself several hours to properly explore the place. $13 adults, $10 seniors/students, $5 youth (6-18), free for children 5 and under. Discounted rates available for Colorado residents. Free admission for eveyone on the first Sa of the month. �
Denver Firefighters Museum, 1326 Tremont Place, ☎ +1 303 892-1436, . M-Sa 10AM-4PM. Historical and interactive exhibits, activities and special events celebrating Denver's firefighters. $6 adults, $5 seniors, $4 children. �
Denver Mint, 320 W Colfax Ave, ☎ +1 303 405-4761, . M-F 8AM-2PM, closed on all federal holidays. Tours begin every hour on the hour. Thanks to this place, more U.S. money is made in Denver than anywhere else in the world. Fish a coin out of your pocket and look for the "D" on the face side (usually in the bottom right quadrant). That means the money was minted in Denver. Advance registration is required for all mint tours. Free. �
Denver Museum of Miniatures, Dolls and Toys, 1880 Gaylord St, ☎ +1 303 322-1053, . W-Sa 10AM-4PM, Su 1PM-4PM. Houses, trains, planes, circuses and more. Everything's tiny except the giant teddy bears! $6 adults, $5 seniors, $4 children (children under age 5 free). �
Denver Museum of Nature & Science, 2001 Colorado Blvd, ☎ +1 303 322-7009, . Open every day of the year except Christmas Day. Exhibitions, planetarium and IMAX. �
Forney Transportation Museum, 4303 Brighton Blvd, ☎ +1 303 297-1113, . M-Sa 10AM-4PM. $8 adults, $6 seniors, $4 children (3-15), free for children under 3. �
Molly Brown House Museum, 1340 Pennsylvania St, ☎ +1 303 832-4092, . This restored Victorian was once home to labor reformist, actress and Titanic survivor Margaret Brown. It now showcases that era of Colorado history through exhibits and special events. �
Museo de las Americas, 861 Santa Fe Dr, ☎ +1 303 571-4401, . Tu-F 10AM-5PM, Sa-Su 12PM-5PM. Denver is home to a large and growing Latino population, and this museum focuses on their art and heritage. $4 adults, $3 students/seniors, children under age 13 free. �
Museum of Contemporary Art Denver, 1485 Delgany St, ☎ +1 303 298-7554, . Tu-Th 10AM-6PM, F 10AM-10PM, Sa-Su 10AM-6PM. Housed in an ultra-modern building downtown, this innovative museum seeks to engage the community with workshops, films, lectures, and a relaxing, open environment. Visit the rooftop deck for 360-degree views of Denver, grab a quick bite in the cafe, and check out the functional public performance space called The Lane. $10 adults, $5 students/seniors, children under 6 free. �
Platte Valley & Western Model Railroad Club, 1701 Wynkoop (Denver's Union Station) (basement of Denver's Union Station), ☎ 303 325-5143, . F 7PM-9PM. A room that was used in the 1900s as the historic station’s jail has been remodeled to house two model railroads depicting Rocky Mountain routes of the 1950s. Check the club’s website for a full schedule of dates and activities. Free. �
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