Hold onto your wings, culture lovers — because The Buzzy B is taking you on a museum crawl from Denver to Pueblo! From towering dinosaurs and Olympic dreams to wild western towns and mind-bending art, Colorado’s museums aren’t just for rainy days — they’re buzzing with hands-on fun, local history, and creativity for every age. 🏛️✨

Whether you’re chasing family-friendly activities, a date-day adventure, or a quiet afternoon full of “wow” moments, this guide will help you discover the coolest, quirkiest, and most inspiring spots to learn and play across the Front Range.

Let’s grab our curiosity (and maybe a cup of coffee ☕), and get ready to Find Your Family Buzz inside Colorado’s best museums! 🐝🎫

1. Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum

📍 Address: 215 S Tejon St., Colorado Springs, CO 80903 cspm.org+1
🕒 Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. cspm.org+1
💲 Price: Free admission! cspm.org+1
🔍 Why go: Housed in the historic 1903 El Paso County Courthouse, this museum offers an immersive look at the Pikes Peak region’s cultural & historical roots — perfect for curious kiddos and grown-ups alike. Visit Colorado Springs+1
🎯 Tip: Go early in the day to avoid crowds, and explore the downtown surroundings for a full outing.

2. U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum

📍 Address: 200 S Sierra Madre St., Colorado Springs, CO 80903
🕒 Hours: Thursday-Monday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; closed Tue/Wed. usopm.org+1
💲 Price: Varies — check website; Colorado resident special offers (for example Saturdays) apply. usopm.org+1
🔍 Why go: Interactive, high-energy museum dedicated to Team USA’s Olympic & Paralympic stories. Think motion-based exhibits + torch displays + inspiration. Wikipedia+1
🎯 Tip: Great for tweens, teens, and active families — let everyone try the interactive stations.

3. Space Foundation Discovery Center

📍 Address: 4425 Arrowswest Dr., Colorado Springs, CO 80907 Space Foundation Discovery Center+1
🕒 Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Space Foundation Discovery Center
💲 Price: Adults $13; children 4-15 $7; seniors/students/first-responders/military ~$10. Free under 3. Space Foundation Discovery Center
🔍 Why go: Hands-on space and sci-tech fun — great for your 8-year-old (and fun for you too!). Designed to spark curiosity about space, planets, STEM.
🎯 Tip: Pair this with a picnic or visit to nearby parks for a full afternoon.

4. Western Museum of Mining & Industry

📍 Address: 225 North Gate Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO 80921 wmmi.org+1
🕒 Hours: Check website (site says “We are open” but hours vary) wmmi.org+1
💲 Price: Varies; interactive mining exhibits including gold panning. wmmi.org+1
🔍 Why go: A unique piece of Colorado’s mining history brought to life with hands-on experiences — explore machinery, a model mine drift, and live historic gear. Great for the whole family.
🎯 Tip: Bring shoes that can get sandy/wet for gold-panning if offered.

5. National Museum of World War II Aviation

📍 Address: 775 Aviation Way, Colorado Springs, CO 80916 National Museum of World War II Aviation
🕒 Hours: Wednesday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Monday/Tuesday closed. National Museum of World War II Aviation
💲 Price: Adults ~$17 (pre-paid), children ages 4-12 ~$13, seniors/military ~$15. Free for WWII veterans & kids under 4. Parking free. National Museum of World War II Aviation+1
🔍 Why go: Aircraft, artifacts, restoration hangar tours — an aviation lover’s dream and a thrilling history lesson for your whole crew.
🎯 Tip: Allow extra time for the restoration area tours (every hour on the half hour) if you’re into aviation tech.

6. Ghost Town Museum

📍 Address: 400 21st St., Colorado Springs, CO 80904 Ghost Town Museum
🕒 Hours: Open year-round; check website for exact times. Ghost Town Museum+1
💲 Price: Children ages 6-16 ~$5.50; under 6 free with adult. Group rates available. Ghost Town Museum
🔍 Why go: Step into an indoor preserved western town — chuck wagon, gold panning, hands-on activities. Perfect for families with younger kids who want “wild west” fun WITHOUT hiking.
🎯 Tip: Combine this with a stroll through Old Colorado City for a full historical + shopping outing.

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DENVER METRO ⬇️⬇️

1. Denver Art Museum

📍 Denver, CO
🕒 Hours: Check website for current hours. denverartmuseum.org+2Denver+2
💲 Price: Varies by exhibit; children / youth often lower cost. Axios+1
🔍 Why go: Stunning art from around the world, plus Colorado/regional treasures. Great for older kids and grown-ups who like to wander and explore.
🎯 Tip: Let the kids pick one wing to “own” and have a mini scavenger game (find the weirdest object, the brightest color, the smallest painting).

2. Denver Museum of Nature & Science

📍 Denver, CO
🕒 Hours: Check website for current schedule. dmns.org
💲 Price: Varies by exhibit. dmns.org
🔍 Why go: Science, nature, planetarium — perfect for your 8-year-old (and fun for the older kid too).
🎯 Tip: Don’t skip the “hands-on” zones where kids can touch, experiment, and engage.

3. Meow Wolf Denver – Convergence Station

📍 Denver, CO
🕒 Hours: Check website for latest. meowwolf.com
💲 Price: Ticketed admission (immersive art experience). meowwolf.com
🔍 Why go: Wild, imaginative, interactive — a totally different museum vibe. Great for creative families.
🎯 Tip: Plan for 2-3 hours minimum. Bring your camera for the wackiest pics.

4. Children’s Museum of Denver

📍 Denver, CO
🕒 Hours: 9 a.m.–4 p.m. (open daily) Default
💲 Price: Age 1: ~$16.75; ages 2-59: ~$18.75. Default
🔍 Why go: Interactive, perfect for younger kids (your 8-yr-old will still enjoy).
🎯 Tip: Arrive early to beat the crowds, pack a change of clothes (some exhibits get splashy).

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Pueblo⬇️⬇️

El Pueblo History Museum

📍 Pueblo, CO
🕒 Hours: Check website. historycolorado.org+1
💲 Price: Free or low cost. Wikipedia
🔍 Why go: Dive into regional history, including the original 1842 trading post and local culture.
🎯 Tip: Pair with a stroll in Pueblo’s historic downtown — you’ll get both history and a fun outing.

6. Pueblo Weisbrod Aircraft Museum

📍 Pueblo, CO
🕒 Hours: Check website for current schedule. Pueblo Weisbrod Aircraft Museum
💲 Price: Varies. Pueblo Weisbrod Aircraft Museum
🔍 Why go: One of Colorado’s largest collections of military, civilian, and space aircraft — awesome for a family with mixed ages.
🎯 Tip: Wear comfortable shoes (hangar floors, lots to browse). Great photo ops.

FREE DAYS!!

Denver Art Museum (Denver)

Free general admission on select dates in 2025: Jan 14, Feb 22, Mar 11, Apr 8, Apr 27, May 13, Jun 10, Jul 8, Jul 27, Aug 12, Sep 6, Sep 9, Oct 14, Nov 8, Dec 9. tickets.denverartmuseum.org+2denverartmuseum.org+2

Denver Museum of Nature & Science (Denver)

Free admission days in 2025: Jan 12; Feb 2; Mar 7 (evening event); Apr 7; Apr 27; May 12; Jun 19; Aug 25; Sep 15; Oct 12; Nov 8 evening; Dec 8. dmns.org

U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum (Colorado Springs)

Free all‐day admission on Sat Jul 12 and Sun Jul 13 as part of the Festival. usopm.org Also had free admission on Sept 21 for Colorado Youth Sports Giving Day. KOAA News  

El Pueblo History Museum (Pueblo)

No full known “free day” for all guests listed, but kids 18 & under are free every day; active military and families free. whichmuseum.com+1

That’s your Ultimate Museum Hop in the Pikes Peak region and Bee-Yond! Whether you’re aiming for historic roots, space thrills, aviation awe, or Wild West playtime, you’ve got some excellent stops. Grab your calendar, plan out one museum (or build a full day), and let the family adventure begin! 🐝

And of course — tag your pics with #FindYourFamilyBuzz #Bee-yondFun #ColoradoMuseums and let me know which one was your crew’s favorite!