We toured the Phoenix Mine and the new Dark Mine with the Mother Lode ticket, and we HIGHLY…read morerecommend this experience. Our guides, Carter and Freddy, were extremely knowledgeable and made the tours fun, as well. The Dark tour has things you can't see anywhere else in the country. So cool!

Great educational experience. Recommend if driving from Colorado Springs, take the scenic route…read morethrough woodland park using SH-67.

Even though I have driven past this museum for over a decade, today is the first time I've visited!…read moreIt has been on my wish list to visit for a long time. I thought the Dougherty Museum just housed antique automobiles and farm equipment. However, it also has collections of vintage organs, pianos, victrolas, clothing and furniture. It is family owned and operated, and this is the family's extensive collection. All of the automobiles are labeled. The label includes the name, year, original purchase price, where the item was purchased and if possible information about its connection to the local area. It's so well organized! You can sit on a vintage fire truck and ring the bell! Free water bottles are offered. They have a clean restroom, but I didn't see a lock. There are people there who are very happy to give you information about the collection. It is a cash only establishment. The current entry fee is $10. When you sign their guest book it gives you free return entry for the rest of the summer. They are only open on Saturdays and only open during the summer. There is free parking.

This was a really great place! It only costs $5 to get in but there are hours worth of amazing…read morehistorical relics. Cars, rifles, tractors, pianos, and some of the most comfy chairs ever. LOL. The staff are very knowledgeable and are ready and willing to share their passion and experience with everyone young or old. And they let you (cautiously) experience first hand some of the musical instruments and cars!! We really enjoyed the museum and the awesome customer service. This place is a gem of Longmont!!

Our family of seven adults and three young children descended upon the Denver Museum of Nature &…read moreScience. We joined as members, which turned out to be a great value since the membership cost less than purchasing individual tickets and allowed us to return throughout the year. Some of the toddlers were especially excited to see The World's Largest Dinosaurs exhibit (a separate ticket is required), which explores the biology and amazing anatomy of sauropods, the largest land animals ever to walk the Earth. We also enjoyed Discovering Teen Rex, which featured interactive exhibits for the kids. The fossil preparation lab was on display as well, showcasing Triceratops and Edmontosaurus fossils along with the tools used by paleontologists. Both exhibits were listed as temporary. The biggest surprise was the Wildlife Halls on the second and third floors. These 90-plus wildlife and habitat dioramas are beautifully detailed, many featuring enormous and exotic animals within realistic ecosystem settings. Everyone was impressed by how clean and vibrant they looked, especially compared to the classic dioramas at the American Museum of Natural History, which we still greatly enjoy. The Discovery Zone on the second floor was the biggest hit with the children. Designed for kids up to age eight, it offers a variety of hands-on exhibits. From uncovering buried bones in the sand to designing custom bug badges and experimenting with the force of moving water, it was difficult to pull the kids away. Outside the museum, there are additional attractions including animal statues, a playground, and a splash fountain. The museum is located within the expansive Central Park area, providing plenty of room to explore before or after your visit. We found the Denver Museum of Nature & Science to be well worth the visit and highly recommend it for adults and children of all ages.

Denver has a great museum, so if you come here be sure to check it out. It's a great experience of…read moreColorado history, while also having tons of science and the exhibits that rotate in and out are great too. They have free days every so often. They tend to be packed but it's a great time, the building feels so alive with so many people. Come by and check it out, you will love it.

As a car guy, WHAT A TREAT. An awesome collection awaits your eyes. How come I hadn't heard of…read morethis museum before? A Wonderful collection of Shelby automobiles and it is truly unique and one of a kind. Steve Volt, the car buff and race driver has put together an elegant collection of cars with many of them having historical importance. The charge to visit the Shelby museum just outside the cityof Boulder is $10 per person. Very, very reasonable for what you are going to observe. The volunteer staff does not mind taking you around or answering your questions. I can't wait to return for a second dose of pure fun..

What an amazing car museum! Packed full of authentic Shelbys. It also would be an great place for…read moreprivate events! There are two buildings. The second building is set up with a conference e table and an event/banquet room. Staff/docents were very knowledgeable. We enjoyed learning from them. They have a display case with some items for sale along with some nice framed artwork. Definitely a great car museum if you are in or close to Boulder!

Wow, my yesterday's visit to this historic park was so mesmerizing. It's because of their annual…read more(?) "Bright Nights" (originally a lantern festival.) It is said that they unveil a brand new theme each year and this year's theme appears to be focused on some Eastern cultures such as cherry blossom and bamboo forest with pandas. Not that I have been to many lights shows and yet I must say that I have never seen anything quite like this as far as my recollection is accurate. In its 12-acre land, the installations of lantern lights are everywhere. After 8:30pm or so when it's dark, the illuminations from the lanterns are glowing brighter than Las Vegas' illuminations (LOL - why am I comparing this to Las Vegas!!) According to the park's website, some of the sculptures are 23-foot tall (such as the cherry blossom gate.) It's currently open from Wednesday through Sunday until October 5th. And last night's was one of the adult-only nights where you must be 21+ to enter (I believe the next and last such night is Sept 17th. And this writing is as of late August of 2025.) I am already curious as to what the next year's theme is going to be. There is a centralized bar, some food vendors, a stage where a performer performs, and a DJ booth. Great for family time, girls' night or date night. Helpful staff were working tirelessly to assist all visitors. Although about 1,300 tickets were sold last night, it was never super jammed packed. There is still time to visit this enchanting light show. Not only for the locals but definitely one of the must-visit attractions for out-of-staters as well.

Recently went to the Bright Lights event at this park and had a wonderful experience walking around…read morethe luminous colorful tall lanterns. Every inch of the 12 acres had lights and even in the trees and bushes. So many details that it seemed realistic. Many of the lanterns were interactive such as stationary bikes or cranks to power the lights to glow even brighter. The staff were friendly and happy to help. This event is for young and old and I highly recommend going!

Fun and free museum at CU Boulder. Quite a few different exhibits but the fossils were the coolest…read more There is construction in the area but the museum is still accessible.

Was looking for a place for the kids on a rainy day; the Museum of Natural History was a good…read morechoice. It is relatively small, but has some interesting exhibits in the 4 wings for all ages. There are some interactive displays, that some children will enjoy. The docent at the front desk was helpful. What challenged me was parking. There is none nearby. I guess this is true for most Universities. The GPS took me to the museum and with 2 toddlers in tow, I parked in one of the 6 non marked, empty spaces. Just to be sure I asked if I needed a visitor permit for my car, when I was told those spots were not for visitors. I needed to look for parking elsewhere. I found there was parking available approximately 1/4 mile away and across Broadway. That is an extremely busy street. There are no pedestrian crosswalks near the museum. So fairly good museum -- difficult logistics made worse on cool rainy days.

Pizza is awesome! Service is awesome! And the atmosphere takes you back to the 80's. Highly…read morerecommend, even if it's just for the nostalgia.

Nostalgic fun. Even 90's and millennials will enjoy the atmosphere. MTV playing the classics,…read moreGalaga in the arcade, and the food is top-notch. On the pricier side for a pizza, but your paying for ambiance and the experience.