DENVER HISTORY TOUR FIELD GUIDE
After Hours at 1340 Penn: Victorian Taxidermy in the Molly Brown House
An adults-only evening at the Molly Brown House that pairs themed cocktails with a guided look at historic Victorian taxidermy and hands-on museum activities.
After Hours at 1340 Penn: Victorian Taxidermy in the Molly Brown House.
Spend a summer evening inside the storied rooms of the Molly Brown House, where Denver history and Victorian oddities meet. This nostalgic, adults-only field trip invites guests to sip themed cocktails while exploring the home of Titanic survivor Margaret “Molly” Brown and to join museum-led activities that illuminate the era’s decorative tastes, including examples from the museum’s taxidermy collection.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
An evening in the Molly Brown House
The event is staged inside the iconic 1340 Penn residence of Margaret “Molly” Brown, giving attendees a direct connection to Denver’s turn-of-the-century domestic life and historical context.
Victorian taxidermy on view
Taxidermy was a fashionable element of interior decoration in Margaret Brown’s lifetime; the museum’s historic pieces form the centerpiece of a guided conversation about that practice and its cultural meaning.
Themed cocktails and museum activities
The program blends social and educational elements—attendees sip themed cocktails while participating in light museum activities designed to engage and entertain adults.
What the day feels like
What the evening feels like
This is a concise, 90-minute after-hours program that moves from an arrival at the historic house into an intimate mix of cocktails, guided interpretation, and hands-on activities. Expect a paced, museum-hosted conversation about taxidermy and its role in Victorian interiors, with opportunities to see and discuss historic examples from the collection.
THE HOUSE
An evening in the Molly Brown House
The event is staged inside the iconic 1340 Penn residence of Margaret “Molly” Brown, giving attendees a direct connection to Denver’s turn-of-the-century domestic life and historical context.
THE COLLECTION
Victorian taxidermy on view
Taxidermy was a fashionable element of interior decoration in Margaret Brown’s lifetime; the museum’s historic pieces form the centerpiece of a guided conversation about that practice and its cultural meaning.
THE ATMOSPHERE
Themed cocktails and museum activities
The program blends social and educational elements—attendees sip themed cocktails while participating in light museum activities designed to engage and entertain adults.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this evening suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The program runs for 1.5 hours.
Guests meet at the Molly Brown House Museum to begin the after-hours experience.
This is an indoor museum event; no special gear is required beyond typical indoor attire.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
When is the event scheduled?
The program takes place on August 14 and begins at 5:00 PM.
How long does the after-hours program last?
The event duration is 1.5 hours.
Where do attendees meet?
Attendees meet at the Molly Brown House Museum.
Who is this program intended for?
The experience is a nostalgic field trip designed for adults.
What will participants do during the event?
Guests will sip themed cocktails, explore Denver and Colorado history in the Molly Brown House, and engage in museum activities focused on the history of taxidermy and the museum’s historic pieces.
Will I see taxidermy pieces?
Yes—the program includes discussion and viewing of historic taxidermy pieces from the museum’s collection.