2019 Wild Wanderers - Behind the Scenes at DMNS

Behind the Scenes at DMNS on Friday October 18, 2019

Sneak a peek at the work being done at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science! This is an ultra-special behind the scenes tour of the their Earth Science Collections. The tour will be given by their Collections Manager, Kristen MacKenzie.

This trip begins at 9:30am where we will hop on a bus at Dinosaur Ridge. Arriving to DMNS at 10am, we will be greeted and escorted behind the scenes to view their collections and workshop. This will be a hands-on exploratory tour, rich with Denver history and amazing paleontological finds! After the tour, we'll have lunch at DMNS, followed by a Education Collections tour at 1pm. This hour long tour will bring you face-to-face with authentic museum objects used to educate the community. Afterwards, participants will be allowed to explore DMNS and its exhibits until 4:30pm. Transportation back to Dinosaur Ridge will be provided.

Price includes full day access at DMNS, and two guided tours. 

Helpful Materials:                                                         

• Camera                                                                          
• Notebook / Pen                                                               
• Lunch, or money for lunch at DMNS                                  
• An inquisitive mind

Ages:

• 18+ - Must complete waivers
• 14-17 - Must complete waivers and have a guardian signature
• Under 14 - Must be accompanied by a guardian.