Denver Museum of Nature & Science

Whether used as a defense against predators, a source of magical strength or a lifesaving medical treatment, "The Power of Poison” is sure to surprise you at every turn. Learn about the many plants and animals living deep in the Colombian forest that use poison as a vital tool for defense and survival. Find out how studying poison’s effects on human cells can help scientists figure out how to protect, repair and heal our own bodies and improve our health. https://lnkd.in/g2xVcVR2 #powerofpoison #poisonatdmns

Since 2020, a group of orcas have been observed ramming into boat rudders off the coast of Spain and Portugal. This strange behavior has piqued the interest of scientists and marine biologists, leaving many wondering what could be causing these unusual interactions. Read more about these bizarre actions in #Catalyst. #WorldOrcaWeek2024 https://lnkd.in/gw7yVWJz

Exciting discovery! Denver Museum of Nature & Science researchers have found a new species of cave-dwelling pseudoscorpion near the Flatirons in Boulder. Named Larca boulderica, this tiny creature was discovered by David Steinmann and his family. This marks the sixth cave-adapted species of the Larca genus in North America. Learn more about this fascinating find and the ongoing research at the Museum today! bit.ly/4bLbrDw

Beat the heat this weekend at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science! 🔥 Explore space, dive deep with the orcas, find the secrets behind poison and so much more. Cool off and make memories this summer with us. Don't let the heat keep you home—discover, learn and enjoy! bit.ly/44lbl3B

How much do you know about #orcas? 🌊 Celebrate #WorldOrcaWeek2024 and test your knowledge below. Leave your answer in the comments. About how many orcas are in the wild? 1. 50,000 2. 17,000 3. 3,000

In the Late Cretaceous of Madagascar, during the dry season, decomposing dinosaurs would have remained exposed for a long time, where scavengers and bugs would eat their flesh. Thanks to the traces they left behind, we have evidence of bugs eating dinosaur bones! There are hollow, oval-shaped pupal chambers in the bone that we can still see today. Even though this bone is from a vertebrate like a dinosaur or a crocodile, this #MadagascarMonday trace fossil is called Cubiculum ornatus. Have you seen any future trace fossils lately? Comment below and tell us about your cool find! #madagascarmonday #museumcollections #dmms #museumscience

¡Atención a todos los hablantes de español! Prepárate para “Noches en Español" en el Museo en donde puedes explorar los misterios de los agujeros negros en el Planetario Gates, mirar asombrosos documentales en la pantalla gigante del Teatro Infinity y conocer los secretos de las antiguas momias egipcias en un recorrido autoguiado. Y no solo eso, también tendremos anfitriones, guías de orientación y presentaciones especiales para mostrar objetos fascinantes de nuestras colecciones, ¡todo disponible en español! Reúne a tus amigos y familiares para una noche de descubrimiento y diversión en un entorno inmersivo en español que no querrás perderte. Compra tus boletos en línea o en la taquilla el mismo día. También tenemos descuentos a través de tu biblioteca o presentando tu tarjeta SNAP, identificación de estudiante, educador o militar. dmns.org/nochesenespanol

Beat the heat with us! Summer is in full swing, and as temperatures rise, the Denver Museum of Nature & Science provides an ideal cool retreat for the entire family. Explore our three exciting new exhibitions and related films, designed to entertain, educate, and keep you comfortably cool in the refreshing air conditioning. https://lnkd.in/gwgSgStd

Please join us in congratulating Nancy Walsh for being named one of Colorado Women's Chamber of Commerce Top 25 Most Powerful Women in Business! This prestigious award recognizes Nancy's exceptional leadership and her lasting impact on our community, both within the Museum's walls and beyond. Nancy has championed initiatives that expand access to science and nature that foster a more inclusive audience. We look forward to celebrating these powerful and impactful women and their work to advance and promote other female leaders. Congratulations, Nancy! #CWCCTop25

John O'Donnell's vision to honor his mother's legacy and passion for education has come to life with the creation of the Ann O'Donnell Endowment for Outreach and Education. Inspired by Ann's early career as a teacher and her impact at Dora Moore Elementary School in Denver, this endowment is a testament to her commitment to empowering students through science education. From the whiteboard in the Museum's basement to a lasting legacy, the Ann O'Donnell Endowment is designed to support hands-on science education experiences for K–12 students, bridging the gap for rural and underserved communities for generations to come. Join us in continuing Ann's legacy of exploration and discovery by supporting the Ann O'Donnell Endowment today: https://lnkd.in/giU3qr7h #SupportDMNS #AnnAtDMNS