Celebrate Juneteenth: Freedom Day

Celebrate Juneteenth: Freedom Day at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science on Thursday, June 19!

Enjoy FREE general admission all day, plus live performances, music, and engaging activities for the whole family that honor Black culture, history, and achievement in science and beyond.

While you’re here:

  • Explore "Jurassic Oceans: Monsters of the Deep" (additional ticket required)
  • Experience "Angkor: The Lost Empire of Cambodia" (included with admission)

Join us as we reflect, learn, and celebrate together.

Plan Your Day

No need to reserve general admission tickets in advance for Free Days or Free Nights—just walk up and enjoy access to the Museum! 

Included with General Admission: 
“Angkor: Lost Empire of Cambodia” – Explore this incredible temporary exhibition at no extra cost. 

Additional Ticket Required: 
“Jurassic Oceans: Monsters of the Deep” – Dive into this special exhibition with a separate ticket. 

Gates Planetarium Shows – Planetarium tickets are not included with general admission. 

How to Purchase Special Exhibit or Planetarium Tickets:

  • Online at dmns.org
  • On the DMNS eCard App (available in the app store) 
  • In person at the North Entrance ticketing desk or any kiosk throughout the Museum 

 

Please Note: The Infinity Theater is temporarily closed for construction.  

Plan Your Day

Parking

Limited free parking is available in the Museum’s underground garage. We highly encourage alternative transportation—please consider carpooling, using rideshare services, or taking public transit.

Due to construction on the east side of the building, please enter the parking lot via 23rd Avenue.

Out of respect for our community, we kindly ask that you do not park in the neighborhood across from the park. The Museum is committed to being a good neighbor and minimizing our impact on those who share this space with us.

Special Activities

Special Activities

We’re excited to offer a vibrant lineup of cultural and educational activities throughout the day, featuring music, art, poetry, and hands-on STEAM experiences for all ages. Here’s what you can look forward to:

  • JEKL Institute – STEMOPOLY Astronauts & Aerospace 

  • Dwayne Glapion – Digital Artist - Guided Drawing

  • Sacred Voices – Poetry activities & Spoken Word Performances

  • Dream Create Inspire Tour – Dream Track Music Workshop

  • Jarrett Rashad - Boulder Ballet Performances

  • Santemu Aakhu – Interactive Drum Circle in the Dioramas

  • Youth on Record – Music Making Table 

Performance Schedule – Southeast Atrium Stage 

  • 10:40 a.m – Boulder Ballet 
  • 11:40 a.m. – Boulder Ballet 
  • 12 - 2 p.m. - Santemu Aakhu - Drum Circle Workshops in the Botswana Diorama (3rd Floor)
  • 12:40 p.m. – Boulder Ballet
  • 1:00 p.m. – Sacred Voices – Slam Poetry Open Mic 2:30 p.m. – Dream Create Inspire – Juneteenth Music Showcase