Join the Friends of Mines Museum of Earth Science for their bi-monthly speaker series, featuring special guest, professor and owner of the White Raven Mine, Dr. Markus Raschke.  Program title: "Xuebaoding – mining above the clouds at the edge of the Tibetan Plateau."  View the complete Abstract here.  Light refreshments will be served.  Talk will […]

Come to the museum for an afternoon of spooky, family fun!  Meet Blaster the Burro, Mr. Bones, Miss Colorado and many other familiar characters while you trick-or-treat at a variety of activity booths.  Face painting and geode cracking available for a fee.  Complimentary trick-or-treat bags provided, while supplies last.  This is a Teal Pumpkin event […]

Enjoy EARLY BIRD shopping hours on Museum Store Sunday and sip gourmet hot beverages while you explore unique gifts for all of your family and friends.  As an EXTRA holiday treat, enjoy 20% your total store purchase.  100% of proceeds directly support the museum's daily operations.

During our First Friday Night in December, join us in classroom GRL201 (across the hall from the museum entrance) and learn how to make your very own resin geode charcuterie board under the expert guidance of local artist, Siera Capesius, of Drip Your Heart Out.  Capacity is limited.  Call 303-273-3823 during regular museum hours to […]

Join the Friends of Mines Museum of Earth Science for a holiday gathering.  Meet long-time AND future supporters of the museum including members of the museum faculty.  Potluck, door prizes, games and more! Check back for more details soon! Party will be hosted in the classroom across the hall from the main museum entrance, GRL201.  […]