The Denver Museum of Nature & Science has been a big part of Bonnie Downing’s life for many years. As her connection to the Museum has grown, so has her support, culminating in a charitable gift annuity that will provide her with fixed payments for life. Read More
Looking up at the night sky in her backyard one summer evening in 2001, Monica wondered which constellation seemed especially bright that evening. Later that week as she searched for a star map to explain the stars above, a gentleman at her local bookstore saw her perplexed expression and said, "It's kind of overwhelming isn't it?" Read More
In 1987, Glenn and Jan Tucker visited the Denver Museum of Nature & Science to see temporary exhibition Ramses II. This visit inspired a love for the many educational opportunities available for learners of all ages and sparked a desire to become more involved with the Museum. Now, as active volunteers, Glenn and Jan remain passionate about the engaging environment the Museum offers guests 364 days a year, as they continue to explore new subject areas through lectures and volunteer trainings. Read More
Monty Cleworth remembers his childhood visits to the Museum as if they were yesterday. Exploring the dioramas and even hosting one of his birthday parties in Gates Planetarium developed his interest in the natural world and his commitment to being a lifelong learner. Read More
As one of the founding fathers of the Denver Museum of Nature & Science, naturalist Edwin Carter, once said, "A great city needs a great museum." But Lael Moe knows that for even great museums the work is never finished. Like living organisms, Lael suggests that "they must grow, evolve, and continuously improve to remain viable institutions. The Museum is committed to a better future, while being firmly rooted in the past." Read More
Richard Pilatzke was bitten by the science bug early, at the age of five, when his favorite uncle encouraged Richard's interest in rocks and minerals. Richard excelled in school and eventually became a professional geologist. "As a scientist, I know how important it is for children to be given the opportunity to learn and develop an early appreciation of our natural world," he said. Read More
When Kris Haglund was young, she had no idea what she wanted to be. She certainly didn't imagine becoming an archivist for a natural history and science museum, let alone Chair of the Museum's Bailey Library and Archives. In fact, in the seventh grade her science teacher had to beg and plead for her to dissect a frog, and in high school she avoided science classes whenever possible. Read More
As a retired educator, Dr. Jean Saul has seen how the lives of adults can be transformed by new learning experiences. At the Denver Museum of Nature & Science, Jean believes the opportunities for lifelong learners are vast-including lectures from renowned speakers, specially planned study trips, engaging exhibitions that bring the world to Denver, and entertaining events that bring together all types of people who enjoy connecting with the Museum. Read More
When Carol and her friend Diane recount their bike trip in France, they both have to laugh. "We wanted to cover the route of the Tour de France and thought we were well prepared. We had trained hard throughout Colorado. Read More
Among the faculty at the University of Colorado at Denver (UCD), former students and the local writers' community, Ida is known as a Professor Emerita of English, a recognized Milton scholar and an often published, widely honored poet. Read More
