Denver Museum of Nature & Science lands record $20M makeover
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A rendering of the revamped exterior of the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. Image: Courtesy of DMNS
The Denver Museum of Nature & Science is getting a $20 million facelift.
Why it matters: The gift from the Denver-based Sturm Family Foundation is the largest private donation in DMNS history and will revamp the museum's theater, lobby and plaza.
What they're saying: The upgrades will usher in "a new era of possibilities" and "seamlessly blend indoor and outdoor spaces, revolutionizing the way [visitors] engage with the museum and City Park," DMNS said in a statement.
The big picture: DMNS is the latest Denver museum to get a makeover.
- In 2021, the Denver Art Museum unveiled a $175 million renovation funded by private donors and city voters, who in 2017 approved the Elevate Denver Bonds to provide millions in upgrades.
What's next: Construction at DMNS will roll out in phases, starting in April.
- The first phase will temporarily close the Infinity Theater from April 8 to late July, the museum said, but the rest of the facility will remain open.
