Children's Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus

Category: Children's museum

Address: 2121 Children's Museum Dr, Denver, CO 80211, USA

Phone: +13034337444

Opening hours

Sunday: 9AM–4PM

Monday: 9AM–4PM

Tuesday: 9AM–4PM

Wednesday: 9AM–4PM

Thursday: 9AM–4PM

Friday: 9AM–4PM

Saturday: 9AM–4PM

Reviews

Jessica Stanbro (WanderingStarr)

Oct 28, 2022

I’ve come here many many times in the past as first a child, then a nanny, as a teacher, and now a mom. For years I looked forward to taking my baby to the soft baby play area. There’s nothing else like this for babies in the Denver area that isn’t overpriced. I was disappointed to see they are remodelling the area and even more so to see that now it won’t be ready till late next summer! Last time I looked it was supposed to open in early 2023. My baby will already be walking by then. We went today and the current (temporary) baby area they had was disappointing. There’s rocks and dust all over the mats and it’s not nearly as clean as the old area use to be. Another thing that would highly benefit this place is removing the cafeteria style eatery and putting in a nice cafe with baristas and fresh food. All over Europe does this in their museums and I can’t understand why this hasn’t caught on in the States yet. Parents deserve more than a couple of snacks in a cafeteria, especially as there are no other lunch places within walking distance. Finally, the NEW reservation system is not a great idea. With young children, it can be difficult to time things precisely. Children can get sick, have long nap times, and are just very unpredictable in general. Having a scheduled time just adds stress to parents. Before, I could show up at any time. This is so much easier with young children and removes a lot of the stress from parents. I’m sure once they build re-open they baby area and my child is older we will have a much better experience.

Lily Van

Oct 25, 2022

We had our wedding here and it was INCREDIBLE! First of all the museum events coordinator Ryan Ting is the nicest & most wonderful person you’ll ever meet! He made the day so fun! Our night was fully staffed & our guests had so much fun!!! They helped put everything together so we didn’t have to think about anything! Such a fun night and our guests couldn’t have had a better time. Thank you Ryan and team!

Victoria Williams

Oct 20, 2022

Oh, wow, that's so cool.

Gloria Gearhart

Oct 16, 2022

Great educational experience for children. Plan to stay at least 4 hours.

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Questions & Answers

Can i use my brothers food stamp card or does he have to be with us?

Gabrielle zaragoza | Oct 30, 2020
Michelle Raynes | Oct 30, 2021

Yes

I was told by my case worker if I have a food stamp card I could get in for a $1.00 ... Is this true????

Destiny Martinez | Oct 31, 2018
Barry Donohue | Oct 31, 2018

Yes, also for Denver Museum of Nature & Science!!

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What time do you guys close

Fernanda Pinon | Oct 31, 2017
John Elway | Oct 31, 2018

On saturdays they close at 5pm

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Can my kids get in for free with ebt card?

jovan huerena | Oct 31, 2017
Miriam Leon | Oct 31, 2017

I am not really sure, but as far as I know they only have to pay $1.00 to get in to the facility. I suggest that you go directly to the facility, call them, or go to their website for more information.

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How much does it cost to get in?

Matt Weber | Oct 31, 2019
Ali and Bri Adventures | Oct 31, 2019

Under Age One: Free Age One: $12 Ages 2 - 59: $14 Seniors (60+): $12 Members: Free

Is parking free?

Lawrence Erichsen | Oct 30, 2020
Happy Dogs | Oct 30, 2020

Yes!!!

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What about kids from 0- 2? Are they allowed?

Craig Archer | Oct 30, 2020
Carolyn Sehorn | Oct 30, 2020

Yes and it is a fun area for kids under 3. They ask for no shoes and stuff though.

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Can you take in your own food

Jennifer Gallego | Oct 31, 2019
A Luna | Oct 31, 2019

Yes you can bring your own food or snacks and drinks!! They do have a grab and go style cafe.

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What age range is this good for??

renee mcabee | Oct 31, 2019
Jasmin Steele | Oct 31, 2019

I'd say 2-10

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If u have footsteps can u get in for a $1.00

Travis Allen | Oct 31, 2019
T L | Oct 31, 2019

Yes, with a SNAP card, it's $1 per person in your household.

What ages is the museum suttible for

lynah | Oct 31, 2018
T L | Oct 31, 2018

Infants thru early teens. They have a room for infants and toddlers, and several other areas for children of all other age groups.

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Can you bring a cooler

Ashley June | Oct 31, 2018
T L | Oct 31, 2018

Yes.

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Does the museum still offer a children learn to ski program

Douglass harris | Aug 31, 2022
Aaron Kennedy | Sep 30, 2022

Not currently, but it's better to call and ask

Is the museum stroller friendly?

Mark Trask | Jul 2, 2022
Erick Lima | Jul 2, 2022

Yes. There’s an elevator as well.

Is baby area at the childrwns museum open already?

Marisol herrera | Oct 30, 2021
rena bravo | Oct 30, 2021

We went last Saturday, 6/5 and it was not open yet. Not sure after that :)

Do you still have to make a reservation

IVAN BACA | Oct 30, 2021
carla Huamani | Oct 30, 2021

Yes, you do!

Is the museum open on Sunday and from what time to what?

Miriam Brown | Oct 30, 2020
José Manuel Molina Guadarrama | Oct 30, 2020

Yes. Open 10am - 5pm

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When is the 1$ admition available

Reaper JR | Oct 30, 2020
Ally-Grace | Oct 30, 2021

If you have a food stamp card, it is $1 per person you're bringing.

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I have a food stamp card but do u need money on it

Kelly Collins | Oct 30, 2020
Kathryn Collins | Oct 30, 2020

Ok they say if you have a snap card u get in for $1 up to 9 people i was fun

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Are there any free days?? If so, when??

Vg Roxy | Oct 31, 2019
Aleah Barney | Oct 31, 2019

The first Tuesday of every month.

Are there things for a two year old?

Karen Seeling | Oct 31, 2019
Jeff Jackson | Oct 31, 2019

Yes. There is an activity center specifically designed for younger kids but my two-year-old was able to do most everything

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Where did you buy the wooden step stools from the water zone? Thanks!

Paola Lg | Oct 31, 2019
José Manuel Molina Guadarrama | Oct 31, 2019

Denver,

Fourth of July hours? Says holiday hours but also has regular hours listed.

Au Mm | Oct 31, 2019
Solar Kraut | Oct 31, 2019

I believe they said closing at 430.

Do you guys honor the food stamp program were if you have food stamps you get in for a dollar

Tina Alderson | Oct 31, 2019
Tristan Clevenger | Oct 31, 2019

They do unless the policy has changed recently. I would call ahead to verify.

Is it within walking distance of the rail?

Laxprs | Oct 31, 2019
Solar Kraut | Oct 31, 2019

There are two line stops about 25 min walking away

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Is there a day for children with special needs.

Pat Davis | Oct 31, 2019
A Luna | Oct 31, 2019

Low sensory days usually once every couple of months, check website

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Will there be an Easter egg hunt this year 2019.

Geno Tapia | Oct 31, 2019
Children's Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus | Oct 31, 2019

We do not have an Easter event, but do have a Earth Day event on April 20 from 10a - 5p. Activities are included with admission and include Earth-themed StoryTimes, meet & greets with creatures from Nature's Educators, music with energiLAB (powered by you!), tastings in The Teaching Kitchen, special crafts and more.

May I take a backpack into the museum?

Debbie Zetzman | Oct 31, 2019
Zeb theswamerica com | Oct 31, 2019

Yes

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Does this place offer military discount?

Gaby Rubio Diaz | Oct 31, 2019
Children's Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus | Oct 31, 2019

Yes. We offer $2 off per admission with a military ID.

Is there any place to buy food inside the children's museum?

Frida Leyva | Oct 31, 2019
Nicole Fulton | Oct 31, 2019

The small cafe has lots of naturally flavored selections. There are salads, sandwiches, mac and cheese, yogurt, veggies with hummus, chips, fruit snacks, fruit and cheese boxes with crackers, and desserts such as ice cream bars. And there is coffee available for adults! Plus plenty of juices and other drinks to choose from

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Are they still offering free admission to families with a quest card?

September Hammond | Oct 31, 2019
Nicole Fulton | Oct 31, 2019

Hi, I'm a Lead Associate at the museum! If your card says "quest" or "EBT", you can get into the museum for $1 a person for up to 10 people

Do you also get $1 admission for wic recepients??

Maribel M | Oct 31, 2019
Natasha Trujillo | Oct 31, 2019

I don't believe but I would call the children's museum just to make sure because they been adding extras well

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Are they expecting 5X5 cards on Nye or membership cards that day

Martina Goens | Oct 31, 2019
Children's Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus | Oct 31, 2019

5x5 membership cards are accepted that day. It doesn't get you in for free but gets you a 50% discount on event day pricing. Event day pricing that day is $14/$16 so the 5x5 card would get you in for $7/$8 per person.

Does the children museum offer the tanf program so families can enter cheaper?

Ericka Meding | Oct 31, 2019
T L | Oct 31, 2019

I think they have a program where families on SNAP can enter for a $1/person up to 10 people. Just show them your EBT card.

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Is the baby area shoe free (mandatory taking off shoes)?

Jing Huang | Oct 31, 2019
Children's Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus | Oct 31, 2019

Yes, the baby area is shoe-free and it is mandatory. We provide clean socks, or you can wear your own.

How much are the yearly passes guys?

Lovall Chuch | Oct 31, 2018
T L | Oct 31, 2018

The price depends on which annual membership package you want. They start at $140 and go up to $500. https://www.mychildsmuseum.org/get-involved/membership

Hello, I got a annual pass on January 7th and am about to use it on Sunday. It is for me, my husband, and 2 daughter's. What all should I show them as proof that I'm a member?

Annie Banannie | Oct 31, 2018
Delightfully Gnarly | Oct 31, 2018

They will accept a driver's license or government issued ID. They can you look you up in the system. You do not have to have your Children's Museum card. They can look you up in the system. I know this because I almost never have my Children's Museum card and they look me up almost every single time. Also some unsolicited advice, if you want to do a free cooking class, head upstairs immediately to the Teaching Kitchen. The sign up sheets for the entire day are put out as soon as they open and the first three classes usually fill up by 9:30. We've done 20+ classes, they are wonderful!

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Does anyone know if they will be closed for labor day

Bonnie Romero | Oct 31, 2018
Abdullah Ben-Nikhi | Oct 31, 2018

They will be open according to their website.

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Would I be able to use my food card to pay for admission? How would I do that? And would I be able to tomorrow being Sunday? Are they open sundays?

Natasha Trujillo | Oct 31, 2018
Khalani Padilla | Oct 31, 2018

You show them your ebt card and it's $1 per person. You can go anytime you want. I believe they're open Sunday

My 10 year old has been asking to visit the museum, I thought this was for you get children, is there things adequate for a 10 year old?

Brittany Sigg | Oct 31, 2018
Matthew Groves | Oct 31, 2018

Sho you ps be just fine

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How much time do you typically spend here? All day? Half day?

Jessica Matt | Oct 31, 2018
Solar Kraut | Oct 31, 2018

Our weekly habit is about 4 hours. During the summer long days you can spend 7 or 8 hours easily.

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So exited about the Adventure Park Forest. Any updates on when it will open?

Bill Blake | Oct 31, 2018
Solar Kraut | Oct 31, 2019

Setpemberish. The structure frame is going up soon. EDIT They seem to be putting on the final touches and landscaping now, expect about a month more barring any further delays.

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Can you take pets into here? If not where are good things to do in denver for little kids that you can take your dog to as well?

Amber Hammack | Oct 31, 2018
T L | Oct 31, 2018

As far as I know, only official service animals can be brought into the museum. But there are lots of parks with good playgrounds scattered around the Denver area that allow dogs. Most parks have leash and poop-scoop laws, so be sure to check on that. Some parks also have off-leash dog park areas, so be sure to check on that as well.

We would like to stop at this place on our way through Denver. We are a towing a travel trailer behind us. Where should we park?

Megan Morris | Oct 31, 2018
Solar Kraut | Oct 31, 2018

They have a curbed gravel overflow lot just outside the building that has a loop format. It's visible on google sat view. If not suitable, there is a large paved pay lot outside the aquarium that busses use.

How much is it to get in?

jdb montes | Oct 31, 2018
T L | Oct 31, 2018

Under Age One: Free Age One: $11 Ages 2 - 59: $13 Seniors (60+): $11 Members: Free

how much is the entrance for children and adults??

Edith Zavala | Oct 31, 2018
Naeima | Oct 31, 2018

For ages 2-59 it is 13$ I think

How far are you from the closest train stop? And, what is the name of the train stop/station? Thank you!

Kris Kim | Oct 31, 2018
Abdullah Ben-Nikhi | Oct 31, 2018

Auraria West station. About 18 minutes walking (0.9 miles).

How much does this cost?

Jennifer Lemmon | Oct 31, 2018
Joshua Sandoval | Oct 31, 2018

First Tuesday of every month is free. Under Age One:Free Age One:$11 Ages 2 - 59:$13 Seniors (60+):$11 Members:Free

I want to go.it will be my fast time in Colorado. My vacation time. I have 2 girls and 3 adults how much would it be.

audrey romero | Oct 31, 2018
Solar Kraut | Oct 31, 2018

13 per person ages 2-59

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Are there free days at the museum

Patty Taylor | Oct 31, 2018
Amanda Jabori | Oct 31, 2018

I'm website says first Tuesday of every month 4 to 8 pm free

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I got a gift card for Christmas may i change the type since i haven’t used it like upgrade it?

ashley bakker | Oct 31, 2018
Kyle Schumacher | Oct 31, 2018

Usually a gift card is like a line of credit. You can always add more cash to increase that amount of credit. Not sure how you would "upgrade" that.

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Can we go out side to eat and come back in

Kellie Neighbors | Oct 31, 2018
Alexander Ortiona | Oct 31, 2018

Yes, and if aren't digging the cafe, and want to maybe save your packed picnic for the ride home, the Aquarium's full restaurant is just a walk away (no need to pay for entry, only upstairs food court is restricted to ticketed guests).

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Can I bring outside food

Kellie Neighbors | Oct 31, 2018
ceci bechtel | Oct 31, 2018

Yes you can!

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Is there solve for stroller parking?

Ida Girouard | Oct 31, 2018
Stephanie Bostic | Oct 31, 2018

There is some space for stroller parking throughout but it can get pretty crowded.

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How is parking? Is there free parking?

Kacey beth | Oct 31, 2017
Jon Bullock | Oct 31, 2017

Plenty of free parking! Two minor caveats: 1) it shares the parking lot with the aquarium but the attendant will let you right through 2) people often use the parking lot for broncos game tailgating, so be prepared for a crowd and a few grills if you happen by on a day with a Sunday afternoon game

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Hours of operation?

A Google User | Oct 31, 2017
Kyle Schumacher | Oct 31, 2017

Check their website for daily hours.

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