History Colorado Center

This turned out to be a really great museum and I strongly recommend a visit. The Sandy Creek exhibit was very powerful and a gut punch, especially once you read the letters of Federal officers who refused to participate and documented in detail the atrocities. The exhibits on Ute, Arapaho & Cheyenne peoples were written from the perspective of and curated by the native people and shared vibrant cultures and history. The exhibits on silver mining (recommend closing the sliding gates and experiencing the mine "elevator" as you enter this exhibit), Japanese internment (take a moment to sit in the cabin), a Black-American holiday resort and Colorado, especially Denver's, evolution and development were also fascinating.

I visited History Colorado this evening for lecture series and it was magnificent. History. Colorado has been my touchstone, becoming a member was a brilliant choice. I look forward to a summer of visits where I can meet new Friends and learn much more and become enriched as a human with Colorado's fabulously deep and fulfilling history!! This is a highly recommended activity for all become a member. You won't regret and you will learn wonderful new things about old ways!

I recently visited the History Colorado Center and spent some time in their “The 90s: Last Decade Before the Future” exhibit. The exhibit strikes a perfect balance between fun throwbacks and thoughtful storytelling. Highly recommend it if you want to relive the 1990s or show the next generation what life was like before smartphones.

Fun for the whole family. Air conditioning. Quiet spaces. Open spaces. History Colorado galore. I love it here. There is a diverse, multicultural and more feel here. From exhibits, artifacts, photography and artwork, Colorado history comes alive. I seriously plead for you to visit. You'll be glad you did. Support local museums. This is right in the city.

I’ve been here a few times while visiting. The normal exhibits are great, especially the interactive historical one where you can milk a cow, drive an old car, etc. That part is especially great for kids. But oh my goodness, how good the ‘90s exhibit was!!! I loved how it featured a mix of national/international but with occasional focus on Colorado. I have to wonder where they found some of the items…eBay? My mom’s closet? Bringing back a Blockbuster was clutch, but honestly even better may have been the computer desk. Anyone who was a kid in the ‘90s must make time to see this special exhibit!

We went for the 90s exhibit(there until September). Had no idea this place was even here! The 90s was obviously very cool, but also lots of Colorado history as that's the general focus. Plan to spend some time here if you want to read everything. Very decent entry price and anyone under 18 is free!

90s exhibit was busy but very fun and interactive. Kids loved it, adults loved it. Kids get in free which makes it an affordable family experience! Tons of cool Colorado history to learn about. Not to busy, lots of space to explore.

Just visited the '90s exhibit at the History Colorado Center, and it was a nostalgic trip down memory lane! The Nintendo 64 living room setup, complete with bean bag chairs, transported me back to epic gaming sessions. The recreated Blockbuster store was another highlight, reminding me of Friday night movie marathons. Seeing iconic items like Bill Clinton's saxophone and outfits from artists like Public Enemy added depth to the experience. This exhibit is a must-see for anyone looking to relive the '90s!

History Colorado Center is a museum with a collection of mostly unrelated exhibits. They are I suppose mostly related to Colorado, and they mostly deal with history, but it doesn't feel like there's a common theme. There are 5 total floors. They said I should start at the top then move downward. I did do that, but I don't see a point: like the words in their name, the exhibits are in no particular order. There are some good bits though. There's a diorama of downtown Denver about a hundred years ago. There's a working and interactive model of how water moves from rivers on both sides of the Rocky Mountains, through tunnels, dams, and reservoirs, to cities, towns, and farms. There's an exhibit about the 10th Mountain Division and its efforts in Italy during WWII. There's a mistake on their map--two of the exhibits are swapped. Most exhibits prohibit food and water. I think one also prohibited flash photography. Seeing everything would probably take a full day. I doubt most people would be interested in everything there. Personally, I'd say there's about 3-4 hours of good content.

As a native Coloradoan, I found the museum fascinating and informative. I was fortunate enough to get the behind the scenes tour and found the museum within the museum captivating. The staff place a ton of care and research on the artifacts in their procession. The artifacts range from military, Indian, dolls, clothing, newspapers maps and toys. The museum has agreements with other museums around the world and constantly loaning them for a particular exhibition. The research center in the museum is free for anyone who is researching a particular Colorado topic. They have staff and thousands of artifacts at their fingertips. Their website has a catalog of photographed artifacts and hundreds of thousands awaiting cataloging. Friendly staff will help point you in the right direction or put the missing artifact on the catalog fast-track. Most of their artifacts come from donations. The history of Colorado Indian is being revisited and signs around the displays acknowledge the mission to fix the narrative. I would like to go back and spend time in the exhibits since they have great videos and print to help tell the story. I spent most of my time behind the scenes and would like to go back as take a full tour. Lots of displays for kids and families but I would go back to spend time learning about our history.

It's so wonderful to find a museum-like institution doing it right. Excellent exhibit on the Sand Creek Massacre. Loved Revolt. Thought the civil war statue that was taken down from the capitol and now housed here was handled really well. The 100 objects exhibit was just really cool. Wish every museum could handle this country's difficult history this well. I even really enjoyed some of the hands on things like making cording that may have been intended for younger audiences. Oh, just FYI, there is a surprise taxidermy rattle snake. If you happen to be a hiker and live in a rattlesnake rich environment, consider yourself warned so you too don't jump across the gallery.

My first time in and I loved this museum! As a CO native, I thought I knew the history of our beautiful state but I learned so much! Each display or exhibit was informative and well written. There were multiple interactive activities and while they are geared mostly to children, I enjoyed participating as well. I would recommend visiting!

This place is amazing! It is very hands on so my 12 year old granddaughter who doesn't really like museums, liked it. It has 4 floors of exhibits so allow plenty of time. It's really hard to see everything in one visit. The Sand Creek Massacre Exhibit was very interesting.

Amazing place! I applaud this institution's BRAVERY and HONESTY as well as their RESEARCH and CREATIVITY in producing exhibits that inform and educate visitors about the complex but dynamic history of Colorado. From the Dust Bowl (don't miss the 9-minute reenactment show) to mining tools to skiing gears... all the way to the drag queen costumes and the dismounted Civil War monument (On Guard) you get a glimpse of the hardship, determination, and perseverance of people who made the state what it is today. There are, however, evidences of conflicts, bloodshed, racism, and heartbreaks. The Sand Creek Massacre exhibit is very powerful but can be painful to go through; so come with some courage and be prepared to learn. Overall this is a great place to spend a day or half a day. Some exhibits deal with heart wrenching past but some exhibits show science & engineering and yet others show remarkable human spirit. Many were designed to engage children. A must-do to complete the Colorado experience for tourists.

Attended an event and got to visit the museum for the first time. No parking after hours but we found street parking three blocks down. It was a fine museum with lots of different exhibits. After enjoying the event, we looked at the Amache Camp exhibit which was excellent. We've been to the actual site and the displays of camp life brought the experience home. The exhibits include interactive ones which is nice for the small children and the young at heart like myself. My teen enjoyed 'ski jumping' and making the viewfinder show the roller coaster experience. The stories shared on screens made the information more personable. We didn't have enough time to explore all the great exhibits so we will have to come back. Not a lot of items for sale in the gift shop but some cute stuff like a bear you can color yourself.

Haven't really spent much time inside since its opening quite some years and was amazed with the depth and breadth of the information presented and the interactive format here. Not only history buffs would certainly enjoy their time here, the unassuming visitors would also find this place entertaining while learning a whole bunch about Colorado. Great destination for the whole family. Highly recommended.

PROS: one of the best history museums I've ever been to. 4 floors of Colorado history-- native Americans, women's, natural history, and more. There were a lot of interactive exhibits as well, including one full section for kids. This was even priced well CONS: no parking around the area except for scarce paid street parking OVERALL: you. Must. See. This. Place. I don't care if you don't like history, you'll enjoy this-- and one thing I admire is that they're very clean

Excellent museum with very engaging, informative and interactive exhibits. It took us longer than we expected it to, so I'd just recommend to allot more time or come back in the future.

Kids are free and the museum is hands on - not hands off. We attended a school field trip with our fourth grade granddaughter. It's was si much fun! Especially with 21 fourth graders!!!

Bottom Line: Colorado's history told with Smithsonian-quality and in a captivating way. I loved this museum and really enjoyed learning more about Colorado. Here is are my favorite exhibits: 1. The 100 Objects exhibit which displays 100 artifacts that summarize the history of Colorado. This exhibit is located on the third floor and I wish I had started there because other exhibits in the museum expand upon the objects displayed here. 2. The 1920s Keota exhibit made learning about a small town on Colorado's eastern plains very interesting. I loved walking through the general store, school and barn and the multimedia "first person" accounts added to the exhibit. This exhibit is located on teh first floor. 3. The Colorado stories exhibit shares diverse stories, including the ugly and lovely, about Colorado. This exhibit covers Bent's Old Fort, the Santa Fe Trail, mining, skiing, the African American-established resort town of Lincoln Hills and World War II era Japanese American interment camps. My husband and I spent about two hours at the museum but could have stayed longer. We left to get some lunch and although re-entry was an option, we decided to go check out some of Denver's other wonderful cultural sites. History Colorado is a Smithson Affiliate and is curated with Smithsonian quality.

All my life living in Colorado I have never been to the History Colorado Center. Well, folks, I've finally made it! Free day called for a family outing and it was well worth it. There are several different exhibits over four levels and each of them are unique and interesting. I enjoyed how there were some interactive aspects as well. I would say the main floor is a great place for children, but the other floors are more information based, so not as fun. Every staff member we ran into were knowledgeable and excited about sharing information and teaching about Colorado's history. I could spend all day in the research center. Incredibly informative and cool to browse the endless amounts of microfilm. If you're not too keen on going, there are several free days throughout the year along with other celebrations at the History Colorado Center.

This was my favorite museum in Denver. The space was huge and really well kept. Bathrooms on all the floors were sparkling clean even though school aged kids were present for a field trip. First floor is very interactive and fun, they have an old timey general store complete with a cash register full of play money. I had great fun reorganizing all the stores' items for the next group of "shoppers". Fourth floor is where you get to learn about what happened to the Cheyenne and Arapaho people -- your heart will break for them and what happened at what's now known as the Sand Creek Massacre. I highly encourage everyone to read the letters written by Captain Silas S. Soule. If you want to learn all about Denver & Colorado this is the place to start!!!

I passed by this museum recently on the way to a nearby restaurant recently and was determined to return for a visit. Overall, I enjoyed my visit to the museum. Admission fee isn't too bad. They offer a discount to active duty military, retired military and veterans. With the discount, admission fee was about $13. Be prepared to show proof of military or veteran status. They will ask to see it. The museum has four floors. You can easily spend the day here or the afternoon. There is so much to see here and learn about. I loved the Native American exhibit on the 4th floor. I was impressed learning about the history of the Ute tribe in Colorado. It inspired me to want to visit the Ute Museum in Western Colorado. Now it's all a matter of talking myself into making the trip! Overall, there is a lot to see in this museum. I also enjoyed learning about the history of Asians in Colorado. Also, there is a cafe that serves food and refreshments. I recommend checking their hours of operation before exploring the museum so as to plan for a beverage or bite to eat later. Unfortunately, I didn't catch them before closing. They have a gift shop in the main lobby of the museum. I didn't have an opportunity to see it because they were setting up for an event after hours. However, they had a nice display of books on a wall next to the Café entrance. I was impressed with the broad display of books. Surprisingly, nothing caught my eye to purchase. I would love to return here sometime and experience more. Also, staff is generally helpful and friendly. When I asked a staff member about the gift shop I felt his attention was still stuck in his cell phone. Companies need to have better policies about cell phone usage while at work. Fortunately a nice young male staff member stepped in to assist me with a question about the gift shop. Hope that you enjoy your visit! It's a wonderful experience for tourists and locals.

I have been a member of History Colorado for several years. Their permanent exhibits like Zoom In: The Centennial State in 100 Objects is comphrensive and thought provoking. They also have "Denver A to Z", "Living West" about water resources and "Written on the Land: Ute Voices. Ute History". This time I came to see the special exhibit on "The Sand Creek Massacre" and view selected pages of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo that ended the Spanish-American war and moved the border with Mexico well to the south. Both well presented. I plan to visit the Sand Creek Massacre site east of Eads, Colorado this summer.

There is a ton of information here! Walking in you will see a gift shop and a main entry which I think is typically filled with kid activities (and there's another kid activity area off the gift shop, too). They cleared out the main area for performances the day I went. Pro Tip: there are several free days throughout the year here if you're on a budget. Just look up when those are. There were 4 floors of information, it was a lot and I didn't get through all of it, but a good amount. Next visit I'll maybe start at the top and work down. I really like the Ute exhibit, the true Colorado "natives"! The A though Z about Denver was interesting, as well -- I just don't get the design, the lack of flow from A to Z, but anywho. Fun place to spend a day inside!

A big Squat 4 story Building. Built with a lot of stone. For me the 1st floor was a bust. There was a clothes exhibit, pass. Then I went up to the 4th floor and the exhibits got much better. I did enjoy floors 2-4. My only real issue was I thought the # of artifacts was lacking. The Denver Art Museum had 4 times the artifacts, and I'm not talking paintings and sculptures. This museum in my opinion had too many video exhibits vs real objects exhibits. That being said I did spend almost 2 hours viewing the exhibits. Overall for me this was a 3 1/2 star review. Due to I have to round it ends up a 3 for me. If you like video exhibits I could easily see it gain a star for you. Would I return? No, I much preferred the Denver Art Museum and the Denver Museum of Nature and Science!

On a trip to Denver, we decided to walk down Broadway out of curiosity on a day where we had free time to just wing it. We randomly decided to stop here since it looked pretty interesting. We had fun learning about the unique history and culture of Colorado. This place is filled from head to toe of information even on the corridor walls. They were many visual and interactive exhibit to enjoy here. One of my favorites was the ski simulation and the dustbowl simulation room. For many of the hands-on activities/simulations, they made sure to have plenty of hand sanitizers nearby. Glad we visited here. It was worth it.

Learned so much information here. Very interactive I highly, highly recommend! Here you will learn about the past, the present, and the future!

As a Colorado transplant, the History Colorado Center has immersed me directly into the backbone of Colorado's unique Western history. Like any great museum, the exhibits are relevant, poignant and educational. As far as the space is concerned, it's a 5-star stunner. The views from the atrium looking up or even from the 4th floor looking down to the atrium are quite beautiful. Elevators and stairs allow quick access, with bathrooms and water fountains on each floor, make it convenient to explore comfortably. Sometimes we forget museums like these are non profit organizations. I can't imagine what it's been like for them during COVID. As a community gathering place, centered around knowledge and history, keeping the museum up and running must be a challenge. I recently visited about a month ago and I enjoyed browsing through new exhibits like Apron Chronicles, Black in Denver and Merciless Indian Savages. Visually there are impressive artistic pieces to gaze over. While many of the exhibits are just downright eye opening and insanely informative. Whenever I leave places like the History Colorado Center, I'm enlightened and rejuvenated. If you're looking for a wide open space to explore, whether alone or with a friend or a child, I'd encourage anyone to learn more about Colorado's noteworthy history!

It is a fun place to visit, unlike other museums this one has allot of reading and not as much on display.

My wife loves museums, so we decided to check out the History Colorado Center during our visit to Denver. Here are my thoughts: This museum is four stories, with different exhibits on each floor. As per the recommendation of the receptionist, we started on the fourth floor and worked our way down. As the name suggests, the museum is mostly about the history of Colorado. A lot of what we saw was about the Native American tribe called the Ute. That was very interesting, as much of it was from the 1800s. I personally felt that too much of the museum as a whole was about this topic, but it was intriguing nevertheless. There were also several exhibits about entrepreneurs, merchants, and pioneers of Colorado. We loved seeing how the state was developed over time and so forth. My personal favorite part of the museum was the first floor. Here, there is a general store as it would have been in the early to mid 20th century. This was really fascinating to me. Overall, we really enjoyed our time here. We spent around 2 1/2 hours and it was ample time. Of course, we came on a Monday so it was nearly empty. I'm sure if you go during the weekend, you may have to wait in line to see a lot of the exhibits.

What a gem. I had no idea this museum was FREE FOR KIDS under 18!!! In addition, amazing exhibits inside. We were there for 2 hours (my kids are 6 and 3) and only covered 1.5 floors of the 4 floors. Tons of hands on exhibits with kids in mind. It was so fun that I got a membership as I walked out

Anxiously awaiting the arrival of the "Beer Here" exhibit, my husband and I decided that an afternoon at the museum sounded like a great way to spend the day. I can't even begin to tell you all the reasons why this museum is downright dope. but I'll try... ++ Rates are insanely reasonable - $14 for adults, $12 for seniors, $10 for students, $8 for youths and kids under 4 are free! All active duty military/veterans get in for free AND from Memorial Day through Labor Day - kids 18 and under are FREE to enter! Best deal to date? Local libraries offer adventure/culture passes to all card holders - which allows admission to 10 different local museums FOR FREE - up to two adults and two kids! ++ Museum staff is the best of the best. We were promptly greeted by a smiling attendant at the front desk who eagerly gave us museum stickers and a map, FREE tickets to the Evans-Byers house (a sister museum) and provided us with all the information we could possible want or need to get our adventure started! ++ This museum is a hub for learning and features 4 floors of unique exhibits all pertaining to Colorado history! Exhibits range from allowing visitors to explore an historic town from the 1800s, see Colorado from A-Z with artifacts for each letter, interactive areas with a skiing simulator, Art installations which they invited visitors to jump into, and the newest addition - beer history! Each exhibit was interesting, fun and we left with a lot more (ridiculous photos) and knowledge about Colorado's achievements! ++ Full service café featuring a large (and delicious) menu with beer, cocktails and wine for purchase. Even better? Visitors are able to bring their beverages throughout the museum, leaving them at the tables outside each exhibit. Despite the fact parking can be a bit tricky in this area, there is ample metered parking a few blocks away which makes for a nice walk.   With all the reasons listed above, you'd be a fool not to come here! I can't wait to return!

Very worth the time, money (and children are free!) and effort to see this collection and the numerous well-done exhibits explaining Colorado's (relatively recent) history. It seems a lot of effort is being made to show the ethnic and racial diversity of the state and Denver area and to provide a balanced view of how things came to be, both good and deplorable. It's enriching to see many groups of peoples represented and how cultures have arrived, clashed, merged and yet also been able to retain distinct practices that help individuals and groups hold on to their unique identities. There are several stations at which the observer's opinion/recommendation/reflection is asked and paper and pencil provided to give you a voice. Nice idea!

This is a great place to learn about Colorado history. I would give it a higher star rating if I had kids because much of it is hands on and geared towards kids. The building is quite large with lots of open space and disconnected exhibits. We did enjoy the interactive dust bowl experience, the ski jump, and the pineapple rosemary cookie at the cafe is delicious. Worth a visit? With kids a yes - you can probably spend hours here, and if I have it right, kids visit free, so that's a win.

Having worked in cultural institutions for nearly two decades, I assumed a museum would have artifacts. Instead it's a lot of videos and installations, with only a couple rooms containing actual objects (and random ones like Mussolini's hat). While I'm sympathetic to history teaching us about the present, the politicization of the exhibits was so overwhelming I found myself tuning out the message. It's drinking from a firehose. It's more of an activist center than a museum, which maybe has its place, but that is not what this History Center is labeled. I was hoping to learn about the 19th century settlers of the area (something most people would assume a history center would discuss), and instead was subjected to an exhibit of ridiculous 21st century Indigenous Futurist science fiction outfits.

Whether you're a native, new to CO or just visiting, this museum is a must-do. It tells the story of our amazing state and how it came to be . It's highly interactive and offers a wide range of interpretation for all ages. To see the whole museum, I would suggest at least 3-4 hours. The architecture was beautiful as well. We didn't make it through it all on our visit, but will definitely be back to finish.

History Colorado Center is a good place to learn about the history and uniqueness of Colorado, but is best suited for grade school children. There's around 8-10 main exhibits ranging from baseball to ones about the native people. I personally didn't understand the point of the LEGOrado exhibit for a history museum, but the kids there seemed to having a blast! The "Destination Colorado" exhibit is also geared towards young children as it is an immersive experience/exhibit where you do activities like collect eggs and milk the cow to exchange for "goods" at the general store- pretty cool! A visit to the History Colorado Center can be done in 2-4 hours. The place is overall very clean, bathrooms are fair, strong free WiFi, and clear layout. There's small tables and chairs around the outside hallway areas if you're in need of a break.

I came here for a Yelp Elite event to see a Bold Women lecture at the museum on Wednesday night. The presenter was a professor and read from her most recently published book concerning women's rights to vote. Through this event, I was able to explore the museum after hours without any crowds. I didn't realize this place existed until this night and it was a fun experience, even on par with the science museum because of the style of the displays and hands-on exhibits. I learned some interesting facts about Colorado, enjoyed analyzing the miniature model of Denver in the 1800s, and tried skiing. There was one amazing exhibit where you're invited to sit on a porch and watch a video of the mountains. It was so comfortable and peaceful that we didn't want to leave. More inspiring was the fact that they had displays of student artwork from around the state. The students' artwork were magnificent and inspiring; you wouldn't believe they were created by such young people. They're on display until the end of the month. It's now on my calendar to visit this museum every year at this time just to see the Colorado artwork created by students.

The History Colorado Center is all about the Centennial State and its past. The museum features many exhibits and events, such as the Backstory exhibition and the Vaquero Performance. Getting in will cost you twelve dollars, however that price lessens if you are child, student, or senior. There's always something fun going on here. I recently attended an event titled, "Ignite Nite: Cowboys on the Open Range." Attendees such as myself had the opportunity to watch professional ropers, make bandannas, eat cowboy grub, and so much more. It was very fun. Saddle up and get going. I'll see you there, partner!!

Came here Wednesday, braved the warzone that is the surrounding area, and was very happy with the museum...Friendly and helpful workers and great exhibits..Spent a couple hours and then some touring all 4 floors...Loved seeing the history of Colorado, especially the Ute exhibit everything to do with the old history of Denver and the surrounding areas...Feet were absolutely killing me later lol but was well worth it...Admission was $14 and I feel I got my money's worth...a worthwhile stop for those history buffs visiting Denver...

With a few obvious exceptions (i.e. the Smithsonian), a good history museum can be hard to come by. Some are staid halls of lifeless artifacts that command reverence but little attention. Others take a lights and sounds approach to draw visitors - particularly younger visitors - in at the expense of educational value. The History Colorado Center thankfully strikes a middle ground and offers a few surprises as well. As other reviews noted, there is definitely a family-oriented vibe here. Kid friendly kitsch such as milking a faux cow or sitting in an antique car may evoke eyerolls from well-traveled adults, but History Colorado has plenty more to offer. Authentic old-timey tools and provisions, for instance, give some insight into daily life decades ago. Impressively, the museum does not try to sugarcoat the state's past. Colorado's Klan influence, Japanese internment camps, and brutal mining conditions can all be witnessed here. During our visit, the exhibits on the upper floors - Awkward Family Photos and By Their Hats, Horses, and Homes, We Shall Know Them showcased some intriguingly candid photography. In addition to several truly cringe-worthy shots, the former had a gaudy family sofa straight out of the 70s. Although not as deep as some museums, History Colorado offers a good variety of exhibits at a reasonable ($12 for adults) price and is well worth a stop.

This is a great museum for adults and children. History museums for too long bombarded visitors with walls full of written information plus cases packed with artifacts having no context. The permanent exhibits at this modern museum engage visitors with immersive exhibits colored by perhaps fewer but more carefully selected items. The selected periods & events might not be everything to know about Colorado history, but they create a meaningful understanding. I was a bit dismissive when I heard about their recent temporary exhibit "Awkward Family Photos" -- that seems something to pass around online, not to be in a serious museum -- but even that was put in good context alongside an older collection of portraits.

Fun place to spend some time learning about Colorado's history. They have a lot of really cool artifacts and rotating exhibits with interactive parts, so there's something new to explore from time to time. If you want to take your time with each exhibit, I'd recommend that you allow a few hours to explore and not feel rushed. When we visited there were exhibits on Mining, Borderlands of Southern Colorado, the local Chicano movement, Japanese Internment Camps, the Ku Klux Klan, Denver A-Z (learned some fun facts), Baseball, Lego-Rado, an interactive exhibit on skiing and lots more.

EXCELLENT. Not as a historian but as a casual attendee. The exhibits and wealth of knowledge the staff have are incredible to witness and absorb. Love western history. I enjoyed how much the center really focused on how Colorado is the West. How the story of the West shaped/s Colorado and what it means for us today. Too many historical exhibits pose everything as how it was. That those events happened and are frozen in time. I appreciated how everything was continually linked to our daily lives and the Colorado we know now. From models of old neighborhoods to the famous Colorful Colorado sign we all know and love driving into the state. So much to cover in a short review. For a large building the information does not seem overly dense or overwhelming. Swallow what you want and digest later or walk through at your pace and learn as you like. Really something for everyone from period actors, to videos, interactive displays, and special monthly events. Well worth a visit with your family both those visiting and those who are born and raised Coloradans! This should be on anyone's Denver must see list.

I can't believe it took me this long to visit this place! As a history buff, this place is a hidden gem. It's well worth the price and time since they have cool Colorado artifacts and info! It wasn't busy at all Saturday morning. If you're ever in Denver I recommend you visit this place! You won't be disappointed!

Pleasantly surprised at the extensively well done exhibits. Thought this was going to be a way to kill time indoors (rainy cold weather limited ability to do a lot outside), but was a really engaging and interesting place to learn more about Colorado. Features were interesting and well developed. Staff was conscientious, polite, and welcoming. For the admission price, this was a fantastic value!

Centennail State 1876 there's a 100 items to browse through. Got to see the baseball exhibit admission was around $13. Keep an eye out for free first Saturdays or Smithsonian magazine. Play ball!

My wife works right next door and had been to the museum and suggested we go as a family. We decided to support the facility and got a family annual pass since there were a few upcoming exhibits we wanted to see. When you become a member, you get unlimited access to the museum, early access to exhibits, and lots of other perks like Georgetown Loop tickets.The early access is nice because exhibits can be very busy once open to the public. Parking can be tricky, but we've always managed to find a meter someone on the block, and it's only $2 for 2 hours which is perfect. The exhibits can be quite spread out throughout the museum on different floors, but it's not too difficult to navigate among wide staircases or elevators.

This was my first museum to visit in Denver and I thought it was awesome! As an avid fan of history, I thought all of the exhibits were very interesting. If you want to learn something new or just get out of the house this is the perfect museum to check out. There are multiple floors to explore and learn. My favorite part was probably seeing the telescope that Lewis and Clark used on their expedition. I would definitely recommend coming here and at least checking it out for yourself!

Hours of interactive and educational fun! This is a perfect way to entertain kids age 5 and up. Younger may enjoy, but it's really geared for kids who can read, appreciate history, and will be respectful of the fragile artifacts on display. We, literally, spent hours here. We shopped at the general store and paid with realistic money and an old fashioned cash register. Wooden eggs dropped from the hen house. We sat in an antique car, learned about mining and agriculture in Colorado, went on a simulated ski jump, visited an old town and looked into the rooms set up just as they would have it. The museum includes the state's strong former affiliation with the KKK, so be prepared to answer some questions if your children have not been exposed to racism and hate. We were fortunate to be visiting when they had the toys exhibit from the past. I was in nostalgia heaven!! I don't know what other visiting exhibits they offer, but it will be on the top level. I love how dark and calming the museum is. Most children's museums are screaming with bright colors. Kids are stimulated enough without the extra burst of colors everywhere. Here, the slide was white built around a natural wooden playground. There were cavernous tunnels to walk through. It seemed to have a calming effect on all the kids or I came on a really good day.

History of Colorado. Interesting to tourists and locals alike. Expect to spend half to a full day to see everything. The revolving special exhibit was the 100 for Colorado's 100th anniversary 100 objects that showcase the history of Colorado. I liked how it covered a comprehensive view of the state, especially the contributions/impacts to the state from newcomers of all colors. Denver A-Z also a great exhibit: 26 items that celebrate Denver, such as Blue Bear, Can Man, and the illustrious CASA BONITA!!! Lots of interactive stuff for kids, including the jitney ride, country store, cow milking, egg gathering, environmental exhibits, dust bowl demo, and more. There are wooden rocking chairs throughout the first floor for tired tourists. There is a custom Tiffany & Co. mirror, comb, and accessory set in the lobby. FYI: The full price adult admission includes a ticket to the Byers-Evans House.

My short over night trip took me on the museum junket before my flight. This museum is dedicated to telling the story of Colorado and its history - both good times, bad times and historically embarrassing times. There are hands on areas throughout the center and will geared to the younger set, adults may find them interesting. There is a section covering the Anasazi with various artifacts and dioramas. A large section that encompasses a small town in Colorado that became a beacon for homesteaders in the late 1800's early 1900's. The center also looks at people that shaped the state - from skiers to internment of Japanese living in the US after Pearl Harbor. Then there's the section introducing visitors to Colorado's native fauna and flora And how mountain, rivers and roads have effected life throughout the state. A worthwhile stop - don't hurry through it, you may miss some of the hidden gems within

My wife and myself have been here over a handful of times in the past 5 years! We absolutely. Love it. It is a hidden gem right off Broadway. Downtown. Alot of cool info about colorado history and neat exhibits. I recently went to the baseball exhibit .SUPER COOL!! Do yourself a favor and get your education on here

Very nice History Museum. Currently there's an exhibition of Western Art that tells a story of Colorado. The exhibits are compact and not overwhelming. I expected a bit more than was showing but the Museum is well worth the price of admission. The permanent exhibits are well done and the Special Exhibit of Western Art makes the visit good value for money

I came here with a friend for the Awkward Family Photos exhibit, which was hilarious. It took more time to get through all of them than I thought, & there was an area full of props to create your own awkward moment (not tough for me, hah). We walked around the rest of the museum to keep my friend's 1-year-old amused, & I was very impressed with all of it! The displays and interactive parts are so clever. It was cool to see things I knew about put into physical representations, like the amount of water in snow (per inch of accumulation). I'd imagine it would be even better for kids, though I would also come back again alone. Well worth the $12.

Ducked in for a corporate special event up on the 4th floor and it was a fine time, here's why: * Steampunk Interactive display on ground floor is cool! * Hottie and helpful staffers * Cool spaces * Bathroom factoids were neat, like tips to conserve water! Located right downtown and run well. Cabeza OUT!

A stellar presentation from the street that falls short on content! I so wanted to be blown away by the new History Colorado Center! We have been driving and walking by for the last two years, watching construction mature and looking forward to the grand opening...definitely generating anticipation! The exterioir of the building is so amazing, how could it not be so inside? Anyway, after a considerable conversation with the friends that went with we ultimately decided it was a favorable experience but not a WOW! The entrance into the facility is great, the giant Colorado map inlayed in the floor in the central atrium is really cool. The time machines were interesting but out of order when we came in and later made available to patrons. The Keota dispaly was interesting but a bit too much, that space easily could have housed two seperate vignettes. The second floor is where all the action is, it has several seperate exhibits that have a fun flair. The mining and skiing were my personal favorites...try the ski jump! The ColoLegos display was also amazing, we just didnt plan enough time to really explore it before the museum closed. The third and fourth floors are reserved for offices and special events space. I would like to come back and experience the center during a private event. The cafe is very nicely done, priced affordably and well attended. There were several interactive displays that were intriguing but overall I left without really feeling like I experienced something deeper about Colorado...there has to be more! In time, we will return when new exhibits come on display and hopefully I will ge tthat WOW I was looking for.