CALENDAR OF EVENTS
The Museum of Boulder Calendar
Events Search and Views Navigation
January 2020
Opening Reception | Our Living Landscape: Exploring Boulder’s Watershed
Boulder is known for its water carved landscapes that sweep from the peaks of the Continental Divide to the iconic Flatirons, and down to the grassy plains. Everyone lives in a watershed - the land that forms our streams and supports life. Boulder's watershed is diverse in life, landscapes, geology, and climate. Come explore the Boulder Creek watershed with University of Colorado scientists in Our Living Landscape: Exploring Boulder's Watershed. Join us for a reception to celebrate the opening of…
Find out more »February 2020
Museum Tour with Tom Bogdan
Get a behind the scenes tour of the Museum and its exhibits with lead docent, Tom Bogdan. A long time Boulder resident, retired scientist, and bass player, Tom has volunteered with the Museum since 2015. Learn about the development of the permanent exhibit, The Boulder Experience, and go behind closed doors with Tom on this magical mystery tour! Free with Museum admission | No registration necessary (check in with front desk upon arrival)
Find out more »Black History Month Screening & Discussion Series: When They See Us
This Black History Month join the NAACP Boulder County for screenings and discussions of Ava DuVernay's masterful 'When They See Us'. The NAACP Boulder County is thrilled to be working in partnership with the Korey Wise Innocence Project and the Museum of Boulder to present a month-long deep-dive into impacts of racism and criminal justice in the United States. Each Sunday in February, we will watch one episode of Ava DuVernay's 'When They See Us'. Screenings will be followed by…
Find out more »Vintage Valentines Make + Take
Our popular Valentine's Day event is back! Stop by the Museum and make handmade valentines using vintage designs from the Museum's collection. We'll provide all of the materials so you can send personal notes to your loved ones near and far this Valentine's Day (max 8 cards per person). Free with Museum admission | Drop in anytime from 1:00-4:00pm Appropriate for all ages; kids under 12 should have adult supervision
Find out more »Animation Station Pop Up Studio
Join Steve & Kate's Camp at the Museum for a pop-up film studio! Kids are natural-born storytellers. This studio gives them the tools to bring their most imaginative stories to life through stop-motion animation film. This drop-in event is free with admission.
Find out more »Black History Month Screening & Discussion Series: When They See Us
This Black History Month join the NAACP Boulder County for screenings and discussions of Ava DuVernay's masterful 'When They See Us'. The NAACP Boulder County is thrilled to be working in partnership with the Korey Wise Innocence Project and the Museum of Boulder to present a month-long deep-dive into impacts of racism and criminal justice in the United States. Each Sunday in February, we will watch one episode of Ava DuVernay's 'When They See Us'. Screenings will be followed by…
Find out more »Museum Tour with Tom Bogdan
Get a behind the scenes tour of the Museum and its exhibits with lead docent, Tom Bogdan. A long time Boulder resident, retired scientist, and bass player, Tom has volunteered with the Museum since 2015. Learn about the development of the permanent exhibit, The Boulder Experience, and go behind closed doors with Tom on this magical mystery tour! Free with Museum admission | No registration necessary (check in with front desk upon arrival)
Find out more »Black History Month Screening & Discussion Series: When They See Us
This Black History Month join the NAACP Boulder County for screenings and discussions of Ava DuVernay's masterful 'When They See Us'. The NAACP Boulder County is thrilled to be working in partnership with the Korey Wise Innocence Project and the Museum of Boulder to present a month-long deep-dive into impacts of racism and criminal justice in the United States. Each Sunday in February, we will watch one episode of Ava DuVernay's 'When They See Us'. Screenings will be followed by…
Find out more »The Art of Solving a Cold Case
How does a crime get solved 30 years after the fact? What techniques are used if evidence is limited? How do new methods solve these crimes? Boulder County Sheriff's Detective Steven Ainsworth will help us explore real-life cases and the strategies used to solve them. He'll take us from the beginning to the end of cases he's worked on. Due to the graphic nature of this program, it is suggested for ages 18+. Advance Tickets Only: $25 | available online…
Find out more »Museum Tour with Tom Bogdan
Get a behind the scenes tour of the Museum and its exhibits with lead docent, Tom Bogdan. A long time Boulder resident, retired scientist, and bass player, Tom has volunteered with the Museum since 2015. Learn about the development of the permanent exhibit, The Boulder Experience, and go behind closed doors with Tom on this magical mystery tour! Free with Museum admission | No registration necessary (check in with front desk upon arrival)
Find out more »