Denver Museum of Nature & Science

Give the Gift of Discovery this #CoGivesDay! What difference can you make? Take this tiny cave dweller with a big scientific impact. ?????? Meet Larca boulderica, Colorado's newest species. Your undesignated gift to our Annual Fund on #ColoradoGivesDay powers discoveries like this in every field. And thanks to a $100,000 match challenge, your gift goes twice as far! Learn more or donate today at coloradogives.org/dmns. Thank you! #ColoradoGives #COGivesDay2024

New discoveries in the Tonto Group shed light on Earth’s ancient history! ?? In a study that was recently published by GSA Today, a team of geologists, including experts from the Denver Museum of Nature & Science and Utah State University, have revisited the Tonto Group—an iconic formation in the Grand Canyon with sediment layers dating back 500 million years. This rock group captures a time when strange marine creatures flourished and global sea levels rose, marking an explosive period in Earth's history. According to James W. Hagadorn, “Our work in the Grand Canyon connects us personally to Earth’s story.” Learn more today! bit.ly/3Z71UUa #Geology

Meet the red-footed tortoise Avengers! ??? Groot, the gentle giant, Captain America, the salad-loving superstar, Rocket, the youngest with her flawless shell, and resilient Hawkeye with her rugged ridges, all bring a unique charm to the "Animals of the Rainforest" exhibition. They may be slow and steady, but their head-bobbing communication and playful chases prove they know how to have fun! Learn more about the REAL avengers on Catalyst. bit.ly/3CrTePv ?? #Avengers #Catalyst

Meet Casper! ?? This albino green iguana joined Little Ray’s two months ago and now has his own safe space and a dedicated team of caretakers who help him navigate his world. Due to his genetic condition, Casper’s skin is yellow rather than green and his eyesight is limited, so you might see him using his nose and feet to feel his way around. He loves a good head scratch, though! Learn more about Casper and other fantastic animals in our recent blog on Catalyst! bit.ly/4fsSHLT #Animals #Catalyst

?? Gotta collect them all! ?? Head to the Denver Museum of Nature & Science’s info desk and start collecting our exclusive animal trading cards! Each card features amazing facts about rainforest creatures you’ll see in the “Animals of the Rainforest” exhibit. Collect them all and dive deeper into the beauty and diversity of these vibrant ecosystems. Don’t miss out on this fun adventure for all ages! #AnimalsofTheRainforest #CollectThemAll #DMNS #DenverMuseum

Meet Echo, our roughneck monitor! Smart and curious, she loves solving food puzzles and sometimes even goes for a swim. With claws perfect for climbing, she can be quite the explorer! Echo enjoys visitor attention, but please follow the signs to keep her happy and safe. Come say hi and see her in action in "Animals of the Rainforest" now open at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science! #MeetEcho #AnimalEnrichment #DMNS

The Pink Floyd show is back! Get ready to go on a mind-bending journey through the cosmos, set to the iconic sounds of "Dark Side of the Moon." In the newly updated Gates Planetarium, you'll transcend reality into a kaleidoscope of colors, shapes and swirling galaxies perfectly synchronized to Pink Floyd’s legendary album. ??Learn more and book your tickets today! #PinkFloyd bit.ly/4hNrWTK

Explore the profound themes of conflict and resolution with this stunning piece at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science: "War, Peace, and Communication." This unique showcase of museum artwork offers a visual journey through the complexities of human experiences during tumultuous times. Discover how art can communicate powerful messages and foster understanding in challenging moments. Don't miss this opportunity to reflect on the impact of conflict and the hope for peace. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g3rPiaHX Art by Todd Siler

?? Explore the world’s biggest, boldest, and most beautiful butterflies now featured in the "Animals of the Rainforest" exhibit at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science! Thanks to the recently acquired Treves Butterfly Collection, our team is uncovering new insights into these colorful pollinators, their evolution, and biodiversity. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to see these spectacular specimens up close and learn more about the science behind their beauty! Read more about the collection’s fascinating history: https://lnkd.in/geSNYZNe

Can't get enough of this crisp autumn air and falling leaves? ????? Much like maple tree seeds today, this 67-million-year-old seed from the Hell Creek Formation of South Dakota, used a wing to catch a ride on the passing breeze. These 'helicopter' seeds spin as they drift from the tallest branches to the forest floor. Did you ever play with helicopter seeds as a kid? #FossilFriday