Forney Museum of Transportation

4303 Brighton Blvd, Denver, CO 80216, USA

Address:	4303 Brighton Blvd, Denver, CO 80216, USA
Phone:	+1 303-297-1113
Site:	forneymuseum.org
Rating:	4.6
Working:	10AM–4PM 10AM–4PM 10AM–4PM 10AM–4PM 10AM–4PM 10AM–4PM 12–4PM

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Ryan Pac

Everyone was friendly here. It wasnt crowded and it was a pretty good bargain. Im not super into cars or trains or motorcycles or bicycles, but it was still an enjoyable time. You can stroll around at your own pace, everything is very open and easy to navigate and there are a lot of different modes of transportation (everything mention before plus some farm equipment and carriages). Lots of old cars and those trains are really neat too. One word of warning. I saw in some of the reviews people were bringing groups of kids here. Thats a bad idea. This is in no way a childrens museum. There is nothing really of interest here for kids. Sure, you might think cars and trains, but this is more like an old man or hobbyists museum than a childs. Id recommend ages 15+ for this, and only younger if the specific kid has a large interest in trains and cars that extends beyond playing with toys. Decent gift shop too. I didnt buy anything, but there is a wide range of things to buy at reasonable prices for those that are interested.

UMFilmmaker

Loved it! My only complaint is that their website, and others that included the museum hours, were wrong. I got there at 2:00pm on a Sunday, and they were closing at 3:00pm. Their website says 4:00pm, so I missed the train exhibits. I must say, when I explained the situation to an employee, the young man took a good deal of time to walk me through a personal tour of the main train exhibit. He even explained the history and renovation efforts (both completed, and future plans). I think they were announcing the closing over the loud speaker, but it was too muffled to understand, and as I mentioned, the website said 4:00pm.

Nico 63

Très beau musée des moyens de transport. Une belle collection de voitures anciennes, ainsi quune très belle collection de motos (notamment des Indian), et la reine des loco "Big Boy". Très bon accueil.

Frank Shannon

This is a neat museum to see some good examples of various transportation vehicles. My girlfriend and I stopped in here while visiting Denver from Maryland and spent over 2 hours walking the exhibits and checking out the gallery of diecast models in the lobby. Cars, trains, planes, bicycles, motorcycles...you name it, theyve got an example of it. As stated...allow plenty of time to tour this attraction!

Marissa Alexander

Awesome collection of vintage cars, locomotives, bicycles, motorcycles, vintage clothing, and more. We are from Texas, and of all of the things we did in Denver this week - this was the most impressive. The place is ginormous, so plan a good three or four hours. Many of the vehicles are the last ones known in existence. Bonus: look out for the random wax figures of famous historical people.

George Grimes

This place has a really good, varied collection of types of transportation. The are people powered machines, horse drawn machines, motorcycles, and automobiles from various eras as well as manufacturers you may never have heard of. The train collection reminds of when rail travel was the luxurious, fast way to travel and the Big Boy locomotive is impressively large. It is well worth a visit!

A Private User

The museum has an unusual and eclectic collection of various modes of transport but is certainly interesting with a very knowledgeable and communicative staff. The displays change every couple of months as some new collections are displayed and is certainly fun for all ages. I use the Museum for car storage also as the funds go to the upkeep of the Museum and not to line someones pocket.

Grey

Awesome gem of a museum! Highly recommend! I took like 450 photos of all the classic cars locomotive s and motorcycles! Felt like a kid in a toy store. The building itself looks like a old train maintenance shed of some kind converted into the museum. I went to the Denver science museum the next and while I learned more there I had a lot more fun here at the Forney!

Tina Wall

What a treat this museum was! Our family really enjoyed this. The Big Boy was my highlight, my kids loved the Cadillac Eldorado Broughman, and my husband enjoyed all the old model Fords and bicycles. The staff was friendly, and my kids blew some allowance in the gift shop! I would recommend a sweater if you are the cold type - the warehouse is chilly.

Geoffrey Bruce

This visit was fund raiser for Jefferson Center For Mental Heath. An amazing place - the JCFMH and this museum. Allow far more time you you planned if you have the slightest interest in the beauty of mechanical engineering. That huge - huge steam locamotive beggars belief. Lovely old cars, small aircraft - oooooh so much to see..

Michael Hillman

Interesting display of historical vehicles & trains. Could have been "cooler/trendier/hipper" but was satisfied with the level of information provided. Suffice it to say, theres as much to see as their is potential to make it interesting enough to want to learn more about.

Justin Davison

What a fantastic place to see some awesome pieces of American history. You can even take a picture of yourself in a Ford Model T! The staff is friendly and the gift shop prices are reasonable. This was a great activity on our vacation to Denver, and I highly recommend!

Mary Johnson

I have seen such automobiles in movie productions only. It was quite nice wandering around them and imagining myself as a main character in one of my favorite movies. I guess it sounds a bit childish but at least I am sincere. I recommend the place.

Bryce Barwick

Absolutely awesome. My wife took me here for fathers day today, and it was so cool. Great price for an awesome experience. The only thing that wouldve made it better was having my grandpa there to tell me all about the old cars. So cool

Joel Schuster

Awesome place. Only two things against it. 1. Its not great for smaller kids since everything is hands off. 2. They have another 100 or so vehicles in storage that cant be seen. They rotate, but would appreciate even more.

A J

Quiet. Wouldnt say this museum is exactly kid friendly as you cant touch ANYTHING. The staff was friendly. Fair warning: If you bring a purse or backpack, they will ask you to lock it up, for free, in the lobby area.

Brian Bocock

I love this museum! Any transportation enthusiast will benefit from a visit. My kids really enjoyed it. I refer all my friends to a reasonable trip to the Forney Museum. Its well worth it! You wont be disappointed.

Kyle Ayrey

Very good museum. Has historic trains, cars, bicycles, motorcycles, and even a few aircraft and watercraft. I have a 5 year old obsessed with cars and trains. It was definitely a solid way to spend a couple hours.

Sean D

A small simple museum. Of course it isnt the size of the Museum of Nature and Science, but it shouldnt have to be. Its perfect to jump in, visit, and move on to other great sights. Great visual education!

Steph Hooper

Extensive collection of antique cars in immaculate condition. The trains are impressive, especially the big boy steam locomotive. The gift shop has some very unique gifts as well. Highly recommend.

Justin Siddall

An amazing experience that I was very surprised by! Loved seeing cars, trains, and military vehicles from past decades. Many thanks to those who kept and/or restored these pieces of history.

Dave Arnett

Great collection! The staff was a bit crabby and for the sake of humanity, do NOT bring in your purse. Once we were away from the staff, it was a unique and interesting time spent.

Reuben Lewy

If you like history here is a great place to see a history on different forms of transport. My family and I were amazed at cars wed never seen, motor bikes, planes and more.