the discovery zone

The New Discovery Zone at the DMNS is a Kid’s Wonderland

The Denver Museum of Nature and Science has always welcomed the tiniest explorers and scientists. But now, they’ve taken everything they know about engaging young kids and channeled it into a gorgeously whimsical, brand-new Discovery Zone. Housed in the stunning Morgridge Family Exploration Center, the new and improved 5500 square foot Discovery Zone is going to be one of the most popular top spots for tots in the museum—and maybe even in the city. It’s easy to see why. I took three kids, ages seven, five, and three to check it out one recent morning. They are at the perfect ages for the Discovery Zone. Their first words as we walked through the doors were “whoa!” and “wow!” and “what!?” I don’t think they knew where to begin. Cle...