Everyone who walks through our doors is captivated by the exhibits, activities, and programs that invite the young and not-so-young to make discoveries. People rave about our staff and volunteers—enthusiasts who inspire even fledgling scientists to experiment, examine, and explore. Many visitors are smitten with our 1893 power plant home, a once-empty, blighted building that’s now an iconic cornerstone of Durango on the Animas River.
Come find out for yourself!
Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
479 Main Ave Durango, CO 81301
Learning is a blast at The Powerhouse! Wow your young scientist with our hands-on interactive exhibits and traveling exhibitions from accredited museums across the country.
Camps, after school programs, activities, and internships emphasize hands-on adventures and explorations your young ones will be talking about long into the future!
Visit our calendar to check out all of Powerhouse weekly events, public programming, camps, and educational programs.
Even better than dropping by for a visit, become a member of The Powerhouse. For a modest annual fee, you and your family will enjoy unlimited access to our ever-changing exhibits and a newsletter to tell you what’s happening. You can also take advantage of early program and camp registration, discounts, member-only events, and more.
Did you know? Select Powerhouse memberships give you access to other leading science centers and museums around the country through the ASTC Travel Passport Program + ACM Reciprocal Museum network.
If you believe, as we do, that science shapes our lives today and holds the key to unleashing future human potential, make a donation to The Powerhouse. You’ll be joining us in our mission to:
Your gift will help us advance our mission and put our values in action.
The Powerhouse is a perfect venue for weddings, group retreats, business meetings, fundraisers, and special celebrations. Find out more about hosting an event with us.
photo courtesy Allison Ragsdale Photography
