Laser shows are back! And what a great way to get started than by paying homage to the great…read moreguitar riffing master of pop, Prince. The show was fantastic. The music selection was perfect. "Let's Go Crazy", "Diamonds and Pearls", "1999", "Kiss" and of course "Purple Rain", just to name a few. I wanted to get up and dance to the strobe like laser show. I liked the integration of moving shapes along with animal, Prince and clubbing caricatures. Very family friendly. The show run time was 50 min. The only downside was the seating. Try and sit as much to the back of the auditorium if at all possible. We ended up front and had to strain our neck to view the entire wall

We went to see "Black Hole" at the planetarium. It was such a good show! We were on the edge of our…read moreseats the whole time! Next we went to the butterfly garden. When you walk in the give you a list of all of the different butterflies you can possibly see in the garden. It was fun walking around trying to identify the different varieties of butterfly. I would like to go back and enjoy another planetarium show and explore the museum!

My last full day visiting the Denver area and I was looking to something kind of quick to do. I…read morethought this museum would fit the bill, so I came! The best part is that it has FREE Admission!! I parked out in the lot just off E. Alameda Pkwy near the front of the Aurora Municipal Center. I was kind of stumped as to where to enter the museum. I walked past the cool sculpture called "Light Of Dawn" by Rafe Ropek. If you keep walking on that sidewalk, you will find the entrance is at the far end of the building right near the gate/fence. I really wanted to see the 1913 Street Car Trolley! It is in a room all by itself. It has been immaculately restored! I like the vintage ads inside! There's lots of information about transportation, too! You can learn how Aurora started out and grew! There was a Buckingham Square Mall that opened in 1971. It had two Palace Guard mascots named Buck and Ham. It was demolished in 2007. It was rebuilt into what is now Gardens On Havana shopping center. I was fascinated to learn that there in a Mission Viejo neighborhood in Aurora. It was modeled after the Mission Viejo in Orange County, CA! In the exhibit of "Growing Home Aurora", there's an extensive collection of memorabilia! I found out that Niagara Bottling, LLC has a plant in Aurora! I wandered through the "Mosaic of Cultures: Aurora's Mexican Community" area. For history's sake, I should have eaten at La Cueva. It is featured in this area. The founders of the restaurant immigrated to the U.S. in the 1950's. There's an exhibit called "Tatanka: The Spirit of the Land" that has lots of beautiful Bison paintings by Arturo Garcia. On my way out, I picked up A Guide to Aurora, too! It lists landmarks and historic sites with pictures. It was great to learn about Aurora!

I've lived here for most of my life and never knew this place existed and I was at the municipal…read morecenter for Pokemon so often. The museum is free and there's a lot thats being discussed to increase visibility. The staff are so friendly and knowledgeable. They have such a diverse knowledge about the history of Aurora and some of Colorado so feel free to ask questions. I learned a lot about Aurora. It gets such a bad rep and is most well known for tragedies. I never knew there was such history about this city. The hit of the museum and a must see is the trolley. I wish Denver had kept the trolley running so it made it special like in San Francisco. What a wonderful piece of Colorado history at the museum. You can also walk and sit in the trolley as well. Take the time to read the ads.

While visiting the area we decided on the History Colorado Center mainly because the museum was…read moreclosed and I am glad we did. I have been to Colorado a handful of times but I did not know much about the history of the state. The Center is a great place to get the background you need. There are 4 floors of artifacts,exhibits, artwork, and displays. My favorite exhibit was ZOOM IN: 100 objects that represent the state. There is a cafe for onsite dining and a gift shop as well.

We finally made it in on the last weekend of the 90s exhibit. As a 90s baby, it brought me back to…read morea time of my childhood I don't have much memories of cause I was in fact a Y2K child but it was still crazy to see a similar office desk setup of my childhood in a museum. Signs of being "old". The exhibit was so thought out taking you through major historical events but also plenty of Colorado history intertwined as well. While Colorado is a great state to live in, it definitely has a dark history and I think it's important to take time to learn about the past and how this state was established on blood and tears. The exhibits are interesting because it'll go from one to another. Also appreciate the mini Little Saigon exhibit. Overall, it's a nice way to pass time and get your steps in. It's pretty affordable too at $15. It is located in downtown which can be a bummer cause parking can be difficult.

I was here for a corporate training so a different experience…read more The staff are welcoming and were helpful in directing me where I needed to go. When we had breaks I came downstairs to the main level for the restroom. Our choices were the larger restrooms at the end of the building or the two gender neutral toward the entrance. While we were in our training, many folks with small children came through as well as school groups. As the day went on those two restrooms by the entrance went downhill. I understand this is more an issue of the general public than the staff. I did not spend time in the museum itself as this was a long day of training. I do recommend if you have interest in flight history. This is a nice museum.

Fantastic find in a historic Hangar located in a now suburban Southeast Denver. The collection of…read moreaircraft was impressive from actual bombers, jets, and helicopters to a Star Wars X-Wing presented and signed by George Lucas. The historical displays on NASA and the individual aircraft were well done. The nearby Lowry Beer Garden and Rocket Ice Cream were a welcome reprieve after meandering through the exhibits.

We got so much more out of this experience than anticipated! We utilized a Groupon for admission…read more The whole staff was welcoming on arrival. We got paired with a tour guide, Christine, who made the whole experience much more immersive. She was extremely knowledgeable and learned everyone's names, kept the whole tour engaging and inclusive for all ages. we walked away feeling like this was a truly valuable visit. It may seem like small museum, but trust the process, allow about 2-2.5 hrs, and take it all in! It really was an enriching "hands on" experience and we learned a lot about dinosaurs in that direct area!

I took my dinosaur obsessed son here yesterday. It's a cool little museum but it's pretty expensive…read moreadmission for one adult and one child was $30 and we were only there maybe an hour and a half and we kind of seen an experienced everything that said I'm glad we went and checked it out. It was a cool experience, but it'll probably be a while before we're back.

I almost talked myself out of coming to this museum because I wasn't sure what to expect. I'm so…read morehappy I didn't! The outside is unassuming and the interior seems kind of small (ba dum tish) but Neil welcomed us and helped us to see the beauty in the details. I went with my husband and teenager, and even the teen found things to love. They also offer classes (there was a mini tiki bar class going on while I was there!) and I think it's well worth a visit.

My family and I were visiting from out of state and decided to stop in. This was our favorite stop…read moreof the trip and the gentleman working the front was very friendly and knowledgeable. He provided insight that made our experience fun and we ended up spending more time at the museum than expected. Very interesting and a must stop!

This gorgeous, well-designed, privately owned space is Denver's newest modern art museum. Developer…read moreand philanthropist, Amanda J. Precourt, found the former fortune cookie factory several years ago and has turned it into an amazing exhibition and event space. There are multiple, expansive gallery spaces, some with audiovisual setups, surrounding an outdoor courtyard and with a large plaza on the west side of the complex. The inagural show: Sam Falls--Nothing without Nature, is spectacular. The many large canvasses fit the exhibition space perfectly. The results should be amazing if this is an example of what's to come. The future plan is to work in collaboration with major artists from throughout the world to create site-specific works inspired by the local landscapes and culture. Cookie Factory is a visionary plan by a major actor in Denver's cultural landscape and will be a significant addition to the local contemporary art scene.

Be a member like me and join the Botanical Gardens! Many benefits like being able to use your…read moremembership at other botanical gardens in different states! The rare beauty of Mother Nature and the landscapers and keepers of this facility is a wonderful collaboration! The water features, flowers and colorful flower palate and scents and smells will touch all of your senses!

Wow, how have I overlooked this review?…read more The botanic gardens are a staple for us when we need to get some exercise and enjoy nature but don't have time to drive into the mountains. We have been members for years and make the most of it. Every season offers a unique beauty and new aspects of natural wonders to enjoy. These gardens are well maintained and very affordable. Lots to see and smell regardless of season. I applaud the expertise and hard work that goes into creating an enjoyable experience that is often shared by 1000's on a summer weekend. Get your tickets online and cruise thru the main entrance. Certain times of the year it's very busy and time slots sell out in advance. Food in the garden is always good and ranges from coffee and pastries to a healthy lunch or dinner. Routine art installations complement the gardens and the indoor, temperature controlled environments offer color year round. We go early whenever we can to beat the crowds but sometimes and afternoon stroll is just as nice. Holidays bring special light installations and a new opportunity to see the garden even when it's cold and snowy. I recommend this all the time.