Plan for serious fun
at The Powerhouse!
We are committed to making sure you have an unforgettable experience experimenting with gadgets and gizmos, seeing our mad scientists in action, and ooohing and ahhhing over our captivating exhibits. Here are the nuts and bolts for planning your visit to The Powerhouse!
Admission
Adults – $9.50 per person. Children under 12 months are free.
Children 1-17 – $9.50
Members are always free!
Museums for All: $2.00 per person. for all SNAP EBT card holders.
Thank you City of Durango for it’s support through the Community Support Fund. This grant helps us to participate in the Museum’s For All program.
Discounted admission available for groups of 16 or more scheduled in advance. To schedule a group visit, please email info@powsci.org, or call our front desk at 970-259-9234
Did you know?
The Powerhouse accepts Heart of Durango gift cards! These pre-paid cards can be used for gallery admission, gift shop purchases, and annual memberships. They cannot be used for camp registration, monthly memberships, or community concert series tickets.
Exhibit Gallery Hours
Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun
Wednesday: CLOSED
Community Concert Music Schedule
Walk or Bike
- Use the pedestrian signal and safe crossing at 12th Street and Camino Del Rio.
- Via the Animas River Trail, we are located along the trail between 12th and 14th streets.
Take the Trolley
Ride the free trolley. It comes by every 20 minutes or so. Get off at Buckley Park (12th & Main), and walk west on 12th Street. Those with disabilities can call for door-to-door service by Opportunity Bus for $2.
Drive
The Powerhouse and our complimentary parking is accessed via the 12th Street and Camino Del Rio intersection. To access, turn at at 12th Street and Camino Del Rio, the same entrance for the Durango Fire Station. Drive around to the right of the fire station to access WonderLab drop off and The Powerhouse exhibit gallery. Visitors to The Powerhouse are encouraged to walk, bike, paddle, and carpool.
**Visitors are asked to not park in neighbor businesses’ parking lots. Some short term parking is available along the Animas River Trail, adjacent to the Fire House and River City Hall. If you park off west 14th Street at the Riverside Design Center, your car might be towed or used in an experiment.
Event Calendar
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- 1CLOSED8:00 am - 6:00 pm
The Powerhouse gallery is closed! , ...Community Concert Series ft. The Poppletons5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
, ...Join us for live music and community gathering with The Poppletons outside on the Carver Family Plaza! Ticket proceeds from this show support La Plata County Humane Society
About The Poppletons:
The Poppletons bring a DIY ethos with a sound leaning into upbeat, melodic pop and experimental, psychedelic-leaning jams. The band focuses on fluid live performances and dreamy, drifting guitar work.
Individual, family, and season pass tickets available for purchase through the button below. Children 12 + under get in for free! Interested in purchasing a season ticket? Follow the link below and you’ll see our season ticket options! Access to The Powerhouse gallery is included in the purchase of your ticket. Food and drink available for purchase.
This Summer Community Concert Series is presented by Carver Brewing.
- 2Trivia Night6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Join us every Thursday night from 6:30pm-8:30pm for Powerhouse trivia night. Our evenings outside The Powerhouse on the Carver Family Plaza are a blast! With four rounds of trivia, always including a science round and music round, your brain muscles will be put to the test. A cash bar is open and food is available from , ... - 3
- 4Fourth Of July Celebration9:00 am - 2:00 pm
, ...Come celebrate 250 Years!
Make sure to stop by for family friendly Fourth of July themed activities in the gallery! All activities are included in admission.
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- 6Power of Plants Gardening Program9:30 am - 10:15 am
, ...Join us either Monday or Thursday mornings throughout the summer to learn about the Power of Plants in our backyard garden beds. Led by our Gallery Manager, Kathleen Rittenhouse, children will learn how to plant and harvest vegetables, explore the multitude of ways we use plants in every day life, and understand the vital role pollination and compost play in taking care of the Earth. There will be lots of crafting, digging, and water play, so come prepared to have fun in the sun and get your hands dirty!
Schedule: June 1- August 6
Sign up for one class each week, either Monday or Thursday!
NO CLASS: June 29-July 3, July 20-24
This program is available for children 2.5 – 5 years old.
Registration is $5/child per class (free for members and SNAP/EBT cardholders).
If staying beyond the class, general admission will be charged. Re register today as space is limited!!!
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- 8CLOSED8:00 am - 6:00 pmThe Powerhouse gallery is closed! , ...Community Concert Series ft. Dana Ariel & The Comin’ Up Roses5:30 pm - 8:00 pm, ...
Join us for live music and community gathering with Dana Ariel & The Comin’ Up Roses outside on the Carver Family Plaza! Ticket proceeds from this show support Maria’s Literary Foundation
About Dana Ariel & The Comin’ Up Roses:
Dana Ariel weaves her bluegrass roots with a formal songwriting background and global folk traditions. Ariel developed a style that pairs atmospheric vocals with captivating storytelling. She delivers sets that are both grounded in the outdoors and technically refined.
Individual, family, and season pass tickets available for purchase through the button below. Children 12 + under get in for free! Interested in purchasing a season ticket? Follow the link below and you’ll see our season ticket options! Access to The Powerhouse gallery is included in the purchase of your ticket. Food and drink available for purchase.
This Summer Community Concert Series is presented by Carver Brewing.
Supporting sponsorship from SAGE Fresh Eats
- 9Power of Plants Gardening Program9:30 am - 10:15 am, ...
Join us either Monday or Thursday mornings throughout the summer to learn about the Power of Plants in our backyard garden beds. Led by our Gallery Manager, Kathleen Rittenhouse, children will learn how to plant and harvest vegetables, explore the multitude of ways we use plants in every day life, and understand the vital role pollination and compost play in taking care of the Earth. There will be lots of crafting, digging, and water play, so come prepared to have fun in the sun and get your hands dirty!
Schedule: June 1- August 6
Sign up for one class each week, either Monday or Thursday!
NO CLASS: June 29-July 3, July 20-24
This program is available for children 2.5 – 5 years old.
Registration is $5/child per class (free for members and SNAP/EBT cardholders).
If staying beyond the class, general admission will be charged. Re register today as space is limited!!!
Trivia Night6:30 pm - 8:30 pmJoin us every Thursday night from 6:30pm-8:30pm for Powerhouse trivia night. Our evenings outside The Powerhouse on the Carver Family Plaza are a blast! With four rounds of trivia, always including a science round and music round, your brain muscles will be put to the test. A cash bar is open and food is available from , ... - 10
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- 13Power of Plants Gardening Program9:30 am - 10:15 am, ...
Join us either Monday or Thursday mornings throughout the summer to learn about the Power of Plants in our backyard garden beds. Led by our Gallery Manager, Kathleen Rittenhouse, children will learn how to plant and harvest vegetables, explore the multitude of ways we use plants in every day life, and understand the vital role pollination and compost play in taking care of the Earth. There will be lots of crafting, digging, and water play, so come prepared to have fun in the sun and get your hands dirty!
Schedule: June 1- August 6
Sign up for one class each week, either Monday or Thursday!
NO CLASS: June 29-July 3, July 20-24
This program is available for children 2.5 – 5 years old.
Registration is $5/child per class (free for members and SNAP/EBT cardholders).
If staying beyond the class, general admission will be charged. Re register today as space is limited!!!
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- 15CLOSED8:00 am - 6:00 pmThe Powerhouse gallery is closed! , ...Community Concert Series ft. Petrichor5:30 pm - 8:00 pm, ...
Join us for live music and community gathering with Petrichor outside on the Carver Family Plaza! Ticket proceeds from this show support Durango Nordic Ski
About Petrichor:
Petrichor’s quartet brings a groove-heavy, echoing storage-shed sound crafted by informal sessions in their genesis. The set beautifies dense, rhythmic jams that highlight a tight technical connection between the members.
Individual, family, and season pass tickets available for purchase through the button below. Children 12 + under get in for free! Interested in purchasing a season ticket? Follow the link below and you’ll see our season ticket options! Access to The Powerhouse gallery is included in the purchase of your ticket. Food and drink available for purchase.
This Summer Community Concert Series is presented by Carver Brewing.
- 16Trivia Night6:30 pm - 8:30 pmJoin us every Thursday night from 6:30pm-8:30pm for Powerhouse trivia night. Our evenings outside The Powerhouse on the Carver Family Plaza are a blast! With four rounds of trivia, always including a science round and music round, your brain muscles will be put to the test. A cash bar is open and food is available from , ...
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- 22CLOSED8:00 am - 6:00 pmThe Powerhouse gallery is closed! , ...Community Concert Series ft. Carute Roma5:30 pm - 8:00 pm, ...
Join us for live music and community gathering with Carute Roma outside on the Carver Family Plaza! Ticket proceeds from this show support Durango Trails.
About Carute Roma:
Carute (kah-root-say) Roma is a high-energy Southwest Colorado-based Roma music band who combines classic Roma songs with unique original tunes. Fiddle, accordion, and trumpet are backed by guitar, bass, and drums – while led by vocal harmonies in six different languages.
Individual + family tickets available for purchase through the button below. Interested in purchasing a season ticket? Follow the link below and you’ll see our season ticket options! Access to The Powerhouse gallery is included in the purchase of your ticket. Food and drink available for purchase.
This Summer Community Concert Series is presented by Carver Brewing.
- 23Trivia Night6:30 pm - 8:30 pmJoin us every Thursday night from 6:30pm-8:30pm for Powerhouse trivia night. Our evenings outside The Powerhouse on the Carver Family Plaza are a blast! With four rounds of trivia, always including a science round and music round, your brain muscles will be put to the test. A cash bar is open and food is available from , ...
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- 27Power of Plants Gardening Program9:30 am - 10:15 am, ...
Join us either Monday or Thursday mornings throughout the summer to learn about the Power of Plants in our backyard garden beds. Led by our Gallery Manager, Kathleen Rittenhouse, children will learn how to plant and harvest vegetables, explore the multitude of ways we use plants in every day life, and understand the vital role pollination and compost play in taking care of the Earth. There will be lots of crafting, digging, and water play, so come prepared to have fun in the sun and get your hands dirty!
Schedule: June 1- August 6
Sign up for one class each week, either Monday or Thursday!
NO CLASS: June 29-July 3, July 20-24
This program is available for children 2.5 – 5 years old.
Registration is $5/child per class (free for members and SNAP/EBT cardholders).
If staying beyond the class, general admission will be charged. Re register today as space is limited!!!
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- 29Community Concert Series ft. Ora5:30 pm - 8:00 pm, ...
Join us for live music and community gathering with ORA outside on the Carver Family Plaza! Ticket proceeds from this show support San Juan Citizen Alliance
About ORA:
ORA delivers a gritty mix of swirling psychedelia and heavy desert blues defined by fuzz-drenched riffs and soaring melodies. Hear a propulsive, garage-influenced sound that leans heavily into technical precision and raw, distorted energy.
Individual, family, and season pass tickets available for purchase through the button below. Children 12 + under get in for free! Interested in purchasing a season ticket? Follow the link below and you’ll see our season ticket options! Access to The Powerhouse gallery is included in the purchase of your ticket. Food and drink available for purchase.
This Summer Community Concert Series is presented by Carver Brewing.
- 30Power of Plants Gardening Program9:30 am - 10:15 am, ...
Join us either Monday or Thursday mornings throughout the summer to learn about the Power of Plants in our backyard garden beds. Led by our Gallery Manager, Kathleen Rittenhouse, children will learn how to plant and harvest vegetables, explore the multitude of ways we use plants in every day life, and understand the vital role pollination and compost play in taking care of the Earth. There will be lots of crafting, digging, and water play, so come prepared to have fun in the sun and get your hands dirty!
Schedule: June 1- August 6
Sign up for one class each week, either Monday or Thursday!
NO CLASS: June 29-July 3, July 20-24
This program is available for children 2.5 – 5 years old.
Registration is $5/child per class (free for members and SNAP/EBT cardholders).
If staying beyond the class, general admission will be charged. Re register today as space is limited!!!
Trivia Night6:30 pm - 8:30 pmJoin us every Thursday night from 6:30pm-8:30pm for Powerhouse trivia night. Our evenings outside The Powerhouse on the Carver Family Plaza are a blast! With four rounds of trivia, always including a science round and music round, your brain muscles will be put to the test. A cash bar is open and food is available from , ... - 31
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EXHIBITS AT THE POWERHOUSE
Ball Wall
Everyone who’s young or just young at heart loves the ball wall! Move the magnetic ramps and pieces to create your own track for a ball to roll down. You’ll experience the power of kinetic energy and momentum.
Bernoulli Exhibit
Do your kids want to learn about Bernoulli’s principle? Nah. Do they want to float a ping pong ball in the air? Heck, yeah! They’ll see for themselves how the round ball creates a low-density pocket of air that holds the ball in place. Little ones will see that science is cool—older kids will gain understanding and context for lessons they learn in school.
Flight Lab
This exhibit is a perfect stop for all ages. Toddlers love to put balloons and scarves in the tube to see them fly. Older kids delight in creating flying contraptions from craft supplies and odds and ends and see if they will take to the air. Aerodynamics in action!
Puzzle Tables
Brain teasers are so much fun for everyone, and we have lots to offer at our puzzle tables at The Powerhouse. Kids may have to tear their parents and group leaders away as they enjoy a “lifelong learning” experience.
BIRTHDAY PARTIES AT THE POWERHOUSE
Whether you have a small, intimate group to include or you’re planning a bigger blow-out, we have the right option for you.
You can be as simple or festive as you please with decorations, tableware, food, and non-alcoholic beverages. We’ll give you an extra half hour prior to the party to set up, and another half hour afterward to clean up.
THANK YOU SPONSORS
