Explore the Denver Museum of Nature & Science from the comfort of your own classroom.

Take your students on a virtual field trip (no bus needed!) by booking a Virtual Science Academy class or joining one of our monthly Scientists in Action broadcasts. Award-winning and nationally renown, our virtual programs will have your students engaged, active, and excited to apply their science thinking beyond the screen. Explore our virtual options and we'll see you online!

Students group around a tablet as they watch a live dissection with our "Virtual Heart" class.

Virtual Science Academy (VSA)

Available to fit your schedule, engaging, and an opportunity for your students to explore something new through a virtual format! 

Price: $140 for the first Virtual Science Academy class, $120 for each subsequent virtual class scheduled for the same day

Grades: 3-8

Program length: 45-60 minutes

Classes offered:  

  • Virtual Heart (Grades 3-5 and 6-8)
  • Virtual Lung (Grades 3-5 and 6-8)
  • New Me: Puberty (Grades 5-6)
Dr. Paula Cushing studies a captured arachnid specimen by head torch out in the field.

Scientists in Action (SIA)

Scientists in Action broadcasts transport students virtually to lab and field environments, providing a behind-the-scenes look at current research and allowing for live Q&A.

Price: Free, always!

Program length: 45 minutes

Grades: Recommended for grades 4-12, but all are welcome

CONNECTING WITH US SOON AND HAVE QUESTIONS?

Technology and logistics FAQ can be found here.

Program materials can be found here.

Email us at [email protected] for further support.