Come enjoy your summer break at the museum this June!
Events are always changing, so please check the calendar for the most up-to-date information.
Click on the links provided for detailed information and to purchase event tickets.
- Sunday, June 7, We’ve Been Here the Whole Time: Fort Collins Queer History – Kick off your Pride celebration early and journey into a past before rainbows and pride flags. Since the 1800s, queer Fort Collins residents have defied gender norms, established businesses, demanded equal rights, and danced into the night surrounded by friends and allies. This event is free, but donations are welcome. Reserve your tickets now, capacity is limited in the Dome Theater.
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Friday, June 12, Without Apology: Black History and Civil Rights in Fort Collins – Join staff from the Fort Collins Museum of Discovery and the City of Fort Collins Historic Preservation office to explore stories of Black/African American history in Fort Collins, and Black residents who fought for civil rights in their lifetimes. We will have a walking tour that starts at the museum. This event is free, but registration is required due to limited capacity. D
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- Friday, June 12, Member Appreciation Party – Members! At FCMoD, we are always very grateful for our members, so please join us for a night of music-themed fun to thank you for your support. We invite you and your loved ones to enjoy food, beverages, and lots of family-friendly activities. Plus, experience live music in our revamped area made to explore all aspects of music creation: Spotlight Studio! We can’t wait to celebrate with you! RSVP is requested for this event.
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- Saturday, June 13, TED Democracy Philadelphia: Founding Futures – In partnership with Poudre Libraries, we will host a livestream of TED Democracy Philadelphia: Founding Futures, a daylong symposium featuring 15+ original TED Talks focused on the future of democracy. We will have a total of three viewings at 9:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 2:00 PM. This event is free to attend, but registration is required due to limited space.
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Saturday June 13, The Passion of Joan of Arc With Live Soundtrack – Join us in the Digital Dome Theater to watch the iconic 1929 silent film by Carl Theodore Dreyer, “The Passion of Joan of Arc,” accompanied by a live musical score by Logan Farmer, Zachary Visconti, Maddy Erskine, and Gail McDonald-Crook. Tickets can be purchased here.
¬ - Saturday, June 20, Heritage Courtyard Open House – Join us offsite at the Heritage Courtyard next to the Center for Creativity as we highlight the 1905 Upper Boxelder Creek Schoolhouse with an interactive open house for all ages.
- Play: Try your hand at traditional 1900s games.
- Learn: Explore the architecture and stories of our one-room school.
- Create: Participate in schoolhouse-themed activities and crafts.
Free and open to the public – no tickets necessary, just drop in!
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- Saturday, June 20, E/MERSION 360: Moogy + Viaza – a live electronic music and visual art series transforming the Digital Dome Theater into an immersive performance space. Each event pairs top Colorado electronic artists and DJs with curated full-dome visuals, creating a one-of-a-kind 360° sensory experience that blurs the line between sound, art, and technology. This event is restricted to those 18 years or older. Tickets are available for purchase here.
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- Friday, June 26, Dome after Dark: Harry’s House feat: Harry Styles – Step inside FCMoD’s OtterBox Digital Dome for an after-hours music experience that surrounds you with the songs you love – set to mesmerizing 360° projected visuals and booming theatrical surround sound. Tickets are available for purchase here.
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Our Black-footed Ferret Feedings happen the first and third Saturday of every month starting at 9:30 am. At 10am on the second and fourth Saturday every month you can Meet the Animals in our live animal exhibits. As always, we’ve got Dome Shows six days a week in the Otterbox Digital Dome Theater all month long.
- Event dates and times are subject to change and we’re always adding new events, please check our museum calendar for the most up-to-date information.