Celebrating Over 100 Years as the University of Colorado's Premier Indoor Free-Choice Learning Environment

The Education Section of the University of Colorado Museum of Natural History offers a varied selection of object-based museum programs for students, teachers, and families. It is our mission to facilitate interactive and life-long learning, and to enhance the interaction between our audiences and the objects and ideas of the Museum.

Our programming and activities are visitor-centered and object-based; grounded in current education theory and practice, solid content research, and critical reflection; based on strategic planning, identified goals and objectives, and consistent evaluation; responsive to the needs of our audiences; and attractive, accessible, and fun.

The Museum field trip opportunities include Themed Programs, Guided Tours, Student Workshops, and Self-Guided Tours. Classroom resources include Discovery Kits, Natural Science Exploration Cases, and Critter Cases. Teachers are also encouraged to attend Workshops offered throughout the school year.

Please take a few minutes to peruse the following pages to learn more about the educational resources offered through the Education Section of the Museum. Please contact the Education Coordinator if you have any questions or comments on education programs and activities offered at the Museum.