Here in Denver, we've hit the jackpot when it comes to museums. From historical gems to contemporary wonderlands of art, the Mile High City offers countless opportunities to view, learn, and play in its various museums. So, whether you've only got an hour or are hoping to spend an entire day, check out the various locations below that are sure to offer a spectacular museum visit.

1. Denver Museum of Nature and Science

Whether you are uncovering dazzling gems, digging into dinosaur fossils, or watching the kids learn hands-on at the discovery zone, The Denver Museum of Nature and Science is an exploratory experience that you could really get lost in for hours on end. Plan to make a day of it, and you will discover why this museum is the Rocky Mountain region's leading resource for informal science education.

2. Wings Over The Rockies Air and Space Museum

Learn more about aviation and space endeavors of the past, present, and future at Wings Over The Rockies Air and Space Museum. Colorado's official air and space museum, located at the former Lowry Air Force Base, is a massive learning center where you will encounter more than 50 different aircraft on display and have the opportunity to take part in thrilling flight simulator experiences.

3. Denver Art Museum

Home to spectacular galleries including a world class collection of American Indian art, The Denver Art Museum is one of the largest art museums between the west coast and Chicago. With over 70,000 diverse works of art from different time periods, this museum will both educate and inspire you.

4. Denver Museum of Miniatures, Dolls, and Toys

You will love this sweet, little museum housed in the historical Pearce-McAllister Cottage. The Denver Museum of Miniatures, Dolls, and Toys celebrates and preserves antique items and has an impressive collection of over 10,000 objects to fill your time with a blast from the past.

5. Denver Firefighters Museum

Visitors of all ages will take part in innovative and hands-on activities at the Denver Firefighters Museum that will take you on a historical journey of firefighting in Denver from the early 20th century to the present. Housed in former Fire Station No. 1 (built in 1909), their four galleries feature a collection of firefighting equipment, uniforms, and other memorabilia.

6. National Ballpark Museum

If you are a baseball lover, you've got to check out the one-of-a-kind treasures at the National Ballpark Museum. This baseball fan's paradise was recognized by Smithsonian Books as one of the top 21 finest private baseball collections in the world. When you explore their extensive collection of baseball artifacts, bricks, postcards, jerseys, books, pictures and more, you will see why.

7. Morrison Natural History Museum

Get ready to dig deeper into paleontology at the Morrison Natural History Museum as experts guide you around their hands-on exhibits featuring information on a variety of Colorado dinosaurs. This museum, which is located just 25 minutes west of downtown Denver, will give you a closer look at both historic and modern fossil finds from the area. You can also view research in progress in their fossil preparation lab.

8. History Colorado Center

Step back in time as you witness Colorado history through hands on and high tech exhibits at the History Colorado Center. Your imagination will be ignited and you will feel connected to Colorado's past as you make your way around this wonderful museum.

9. Clyfford Still Museum

The Clyfford Still Museum is filled with breathtaking art that is dedicated to honoring the legacy of one of the most important painters of the 20th century. This museum is home to approximately 3,125 of abstract expressionist Clyfford Still's works that he completed between 1920 and 1980 (making up 95% of his lifetime output).

Whatever your particular interests might be, we're betting one of the museums in Denver would provide the perfect backdrop to dig a little deeper as you are surrounded in unforgettable learning experiences.

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