TreeSpace

A place for contemplation, discovery, and participation.

The Changing Gallery is being transformed into an exhibition and program space to explore trees. Between now and October 11, new exhibits are being installed and programs are being scheduled to study trees and examine how they impact life on earth. Drop in to see what is new and check back for updates on our calendar of events!

On exhibit in TreeSpace: Feathers and Flora
A juried exhibition of illustrations exploring birds and their habitat, presented by the Rocky Mountain Society of Botanical Artists.

When I Am Among the Trees
Mary Oliver

When I am among the trees,
especially the willows and the honey locust,
equally the beech, the oaks and the pines,
they give off such hints of gladness.
I would almost say that they save me, and daily.

I am so distant from the hope of myself,
in which I have goodness, and discernment,
and never hurry through the world
but walk slowly, and bow often.

Around me the trees stir in their leaves
and call out, “Stay awhile.”
The light flows from their branches.

And they call again, “It’s simple,” they say,
“and you too have come
into the world to do this, to go easy, to be filled
with light, and to shine.”

More on Trees

The Making of A Giant
(Biographic)

How Do Trees Transport Water from Roots to Leaves?
(California Academy of Sciences)

How Trees Talk to Each Other
(TED)

CU Museum of Natural History is open daily! As part of the Hellems renovation project, a construction fence will encircle the CUMNH through November 2025.
The Museum will remain open and accessible during this time.

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CU Museum of Natural History is open daily! As part of the Hellems renovation project, a construction fence will encircle the CUMNH through November 2025. The Museum will remain open and accessible during this time.

TreeSpace

A place for contemplation, discovery, and participation.

More on Trees

Visit Us

Contact Us

Stay Connected

Hours of operation

Become a Museum Insider

Mailing addresses

CU Museum of Natural History is open daily! As part of the Hellems renovation project, a construction fence will encircle the CUMNH through November 2025.
The Museum will remain open and accessible during this time.