About

We believe in kid-powered learning.

Every day, we work to open doors for our future leaders, innovators, and adventurers to explore, create and learn - on their own terms. Our target ages are newborn through eight years old, but everyone can have a good time at the Museum! Our exhibits are hands-on, interactive and totally one-of-a-kind.

The Children's Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus is a 501(c)(3), private non-profit organization and a Tier II SCFD member. 

Mission

To create extraordinary experiences that champion the wonder and joy of childhood.

History

The Children’s Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus was founded in 1973 (Articles of Incorporation, May 9, 1973) by a group of parents, educators and other professionals who wanted to create an interactive cultural and educational institution for children and families. After two successful traveling exhibitions, the Museum recognized the need for a permanent location to further serve the needs of the community. The Museum leased and renovated a building just south of downtown Denver on Bannock St. and opened its doors in January 1975. Within months of opening, the Museum was drawing record numbers from the metro Denver area and beyond. Planning began for a larger facility, and in 1984 the Museum moved to its current home along the west bank of the South Platte River location. In 2015, the Museum underwent an extensive expansion that doubled its public space and welcomed seven new exhibits and extra amenities.  in 2019, the Museum opened Adventure Forest, it's iconic 500 ft long outdoor adventure course and immersive art installation and in 2023, it opened Bloom, a groundbreaking space for children newborn - 36 months and their caregivers.

Our Commitment to Our Community

The Children’s Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus is a community gathering place. We welcome all children and their adults, regardless of ability, age, color, creed, ethnicity, gender expression, gender identity, immigration status, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation or socioeconomic status, and invite everyone to learn and explore together.

We celebrate diversity in all aspects of our organization. Through inclusive programming, exhibits, communal spaces and hiring practices, we commit to creating an environment that reflects and respects our community.

Why children's museums?

The Children's Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus is a member of the Association of Children's Museums, a trade organization made up of more than 500 members. Children's museums are one of the fastest-growing segments in United States educational/cultural institutions. Over the last decade, the number of children's museums has grown by 100% annually, reaching 30 million children and their families. Children's museums rank only second to zoos among museum-related attractions in their ability to attract ethnically and culturally diverse audiences, and address the developmental needs of young children.