CSU Spur is located at the National Western Center, the site of the annual National Western Stock Show. Stop by CSU Spur from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day for family-friendly activities. Entry to CSU Spur is always free; Stock Show tickets are available for purchase.
The Sensory Lab at CSU Spur will be running official taste-testing of cookies. Sensory testing is open to adults over the age of 18 and adults accompanying 1 child (max) who do not have an allergy to wheat, dairy, eggs, and soy. Snacks and drinks will be provided for participation, and drop-ins are welcome! Participation […]
Come make music at the CSU Spur Music Lab! Learn from music educators and local artists how to play piano, guitar, ukulele, percussion, and even the accordion. All ages and skill levels welcome!
Meet veterinary and equine professionals and learn about the different types of equipment used in horse conditioning, strengthening, and treating horse injuries (like underwater treadmills)!
View the technology students are using at Colorado State University to study internal human anatomy. A CSU student will guide users through an experience in the human anatomy program to view models and scans of the human body. Ages 9 and up.
Learn about the different therapeutic methods used at the Temple Grandin Equine Center with interactive stations. This is recommended for younger guests at CSU Spur.
The Sensory Lab at CSU Spur will be running official taste-testing of breakfast sausage corndogs! Sensory testing is open to adults over the age of 18 only who do not have an allergy to egg, soy, wheat, and milk/dairy. Participants must also meet other select screening criteria. Snacks and drinks will be provided for participation, […]
Meet veterinary and equine professionals and learn about the different types of equipment used in horse conditioning, strengthening, and treating horse injuries (like underwater treadmills)!
Learn about the different therapeutic methods used at the Temple Grandin Equine Center with interactive stations. This is recommended for younger guests at CSU Spur.
Timed demos 10 a.m.-2 p.m.: Spur music lab (Hydro 2nd floor) 10 a.m.-3 p.m.: CSU Energy Institute activity (Hydro 3rd floor) 10 a.m.-4 p.m.: Sensory taste testing: seltzer water and vinegar (ages 18+) (Terra Sensory Lab 1st floor) 10:30-11 a.m.: Equine sports medicine demo (Vida 2nd floor) 10:30-11:30 a.m.: Denver Water: Meet a Scientist (Hydro […]
Come make music at the CSU Spur Music Lab! Learn from music educators and local artists how to play piano, guitar, ukulele, percussion, and even the accordion. All ages and skill levels welcome!
Stop by the Richardson Design Center's Makerspace to create one of several rotating activities! Activities may include laser-cut animal puzzles, coloring sheets, learning to fold origami, and more. This is also a great opportunity to inquire about the equipment and learn about example projects that the Makerspace has brought to life.
Come learn about hydroelectric energy at the CSU Energy Institute's one-of-a-kind hydroflume. Participants try to direct water flow out of a "reservoir" to make the hydro-turbine create the most energy possible in this totally hands-on experience.
Timed demos 10 a.m.-2 p.m.: Spur music lab (Hydro 2nd floor) 10 a.m.-3 p.m.: Makerspace drop-in activities with the Richardson Design Center (The Shop 1st floor) 10 a.m.-3 p.m.: CSU Energy Institute activity (Hydro 3rd floor) 10 a.m.-3 p.m.: Controlled Environmental Agriculture Labs open house (Terra 2nd floor) 10 a.m.-4 p.m.: Sensory taste testing: breakfast […]
Come make music at the CSU Spur Music Lab! Learn from music educators and local artists how to play piano, guitar, ukulele, percussion, and even the accordion. All ages and skill levels welcome!
Stop by the Richardson Design Center's Makerspace to create one of several rotating activities! Activities may include laser-cut animal puzzles, coloring sheets, learning to fold origami, and more. This is also a great opportunity to inquire about the equipment and learn about example projects that the Makerspace has brought to life.
Come learn about hydroelectric energy at the CSU Energy Institute's one-of-a-kind hydroflume. Participants try to direct water flow out of a "reservoir" to make the hydro-turbine create the most energy possible in this totally hands-on experience.
Timed demos 10 a.m.-2 p.m.: Spur music lab (Hydro 2nd floor) 10 a.m.-3 p.m.: Makerspace drop-in activities with the Richardson Design Center (The Shop 1st floor) 10 a.m.-3 p.m.: CSU Energy Institute activity (Hydro 3rd floor) 10:30-11 a.m.: Equine sports medicine demo (Vida 2nd floor) 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Denver Water: Meet a scientist (Hydro 3rd […]
Come make music at the CSU Spur Music Lab! Learn from music educators and local artists how to play piano, guitar, ukulele, percussion, and even the accordion. All ages and skill levels welcome!
Stop by the Richardson Design Center's Makerspace to create one of several rotating activities! Activities may include laser-cut animal puzzles, coloring sheets, learning to fold origami, and more. This is also a great opportunity to inquire about the equipment and learn about example projects that the Makerspace has brought to life.
Come learn about hydroelectric energy at the CSU Energy Institute's one-of-a-kind hydroflume. Participants try to direct water flow out of a "reservoir" to make the hydro-turbine create the most energy possible in this totally hands-on experience.
Timed demos 10 a.m.-2 p.m.: Spur music lab (Hydro 2nd floor) 10 a.m.-3 p.m.: Butterly Pavilion activity (Vida 1st floor) 10 a.m.-3 p.m.: Makerspace drop-in activities with the Richardson Design Center (The Shop 1st floor) 10 a.m.-3 p.m.: CSU Energy Institute activity (Hydro 3rd floor) 10 a.m.-4 p.m.: Sensory taste testing: breakfast sausage corndogs (Terra […]
Come make music at the CSU Spur Music Lab! Learn from music educators and local artists how to play piano, guitar, ukulele, percussion, and even the accordion. All ages and skill levels welcome!
Stop by the Richardson Design Center's Makerspace to create one of several rotating activities! Activities may include laser-cut animal puzzles, coloring sheets, learning to fold origami, and more. This is also a great opportunity to inquire about the equipment and learn about example projects that the Makerspace has brought to life.
Come learn about hydroelectric energy at the CSU Energy Institute's one-of-a-kind hydroflume. Participants try to direct water flow out of a "reservoir" to make the hydro-turbine create the most energy possible in this totally hands-on experience.
Timed demos 10 a.m.-4 p.m.: Sensory taste testing: cheese crackers (Terra Sensory Lab 1st floor) 10:30-11 a.m.: Equine sports medicine demo (Vida 2nd floor) 12-12:20 p.m.: Meet the mini horses (Vida 2nd floor) 12:30-12:45 p.m.: Human anatomy VR demo (Vida 1st floor) 12:30-1 p.m.: Temple Grandin Equine Center demo (Vida 2nd floor) 12:30 p.m.: Bioprocessing […]
Menu: cheese and veggie frittata, cinnamon streusel muffins, gingerbread yogurt dip, and homemade hot cocoa. Cost: $40 per adult, $15 per child (ages 8+) To register: email [email protected], and you will receive a customized registration link based on the number of family members you wish to register.
Come make music at the CSU Spur Music Lab! Learn from music educators and local artists how to play piano, guitar, ukulele, percussion, and even the accordion. All ages and skill levels welcome!
Come learn about hydroelectric energy at the CSU Energy Institute's one-of-a-kind hydroflume. Participants try to direct water flow out of a "reservoir" to make the hydro-turbine create the most energy possible in this totally hands-on experience.
Timed demos 11-11:15 a.m.: Virtual reality human anatomy program (Vida 1st floor) 11:15-11:45 a.m.: Equine Explores (for youth) (Vida 2nd floor) 12-12:30 p.m.: Equine sports medicine demo (Vida 2nd floor) 1-1:15 p.m.: Virtual reality human anatomy program (Vida 1st floor) 1:30-2 p.m.: Equine sports medicine demo (Vida 2nd floor) 4-4:30 p.m.: Equine Explores (for youth) […]
Stop by the Richardson Design Center's Makerspace to create one of several rotating activities! Activities may include laser-cut animal puzzles, coloring sheets, learning to fold origami, and more. This is also a great opportunity to inquire about the equipment and learn about example projects that the Makerspace has brought to life.
View the technology students are using at Colorado State University to study internal human anatomy. A CSU student will guide users through an experience in the human anatomy program to view models and scans of the human body. Ages 9 and up.
Learn about the different therapeutic methods used at the Temple Grandin Equine Center with interactive stations. This is recommended for younger guests at CSU Spur.
Timed demos 10 a.m.-2 p.m.: Spur music lab (Hydro 2nd floor) 10 a.m.-4 p.m.: Sensory taste testing: pecan pie (Terra Sensory Lab 1st floor) 10:30-11 a.m.: Equine sports medicine demo (Vida 2nd floor) 11:15-11:45 a.m.: Equine Explores (for youth) (Vida 2nd floor) 11:30 a.m.-12 p.m.: Temple Grandin Equine Center demo (Vida 2nd floor) 11 a.m.: […]
The Sensory Lab at CSU Spur will be running official taste-testing of pecan pies – Martin Luther King Jr.’s favorite dessert. Sensory testing is open to adults over the age of 18 and adults accompanying 1 child (max) who do not have any allergies to dairy, eggs, gluten, or pecans/tree nuts. Snacks and drinks will […]
Come make music at the CSU Spur Music Lab! Learn from music educators and local artists how to play piano, guitar, ukulele, percussion, and even the accordion. All ages and skill levels welcome!
Meet veterinary and equine professionals and learn about the different types of equipment used in horse conditioning, strengthening, and treating horse injuries (like underwater treadmills)!
Timed demos 10 a.m.-4 p.m.: Sensory taste testing: strawberries (21+) (Terra Sensory Lab 1st floor) 10:30-11 a.m.: Equine sports medicine demo (Vida 2nd floor) 10:30-11:30 a.m.: Denver Water: Meet a scientist (Hydro 3rd floor) 11-11:15 a.m.: Virtual reality human anatomy program (Vida 1st floor) 11 a.m.-2 p.m.: Spur music lab (Hydro 2nd floor) 11:15-11:45 a.m.: […]
The Sensory Lab at CSU Spur will be running official sensory research on strawberries from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. or until supplies run out. This research is approved through CSU (IRB #5234). Sensory testing is open to adults over the age of 21 only who do not have any allergies to strawberries. Snacks and drinks will […]
Stop by the Richardson Design Center's Makerspace to create one of several rotating activities! Activities may include laser-cut animal puzzles, coloring sheets, learning to fold origami, and more. This is also a great opportunity to inquire about the equipment and learn about example projects that the Makerspace has brought to life.
Join the Water Quality Team to meet scientists who are experts in sampling and testing water. Scientists will discuss and demonstrate some of the experiments and testing they perform, how to get into the field of environmental sampling and laboratory testing, and how their work ensures that water coming out of the tap is safe […]
Timed demos 10 a.m.-2 p.m.: Spur music lab (Hydro 2nd floor) 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (or until supplies run out): Sensory taste testing: strawberries (21+) (Terra Sensory Lab 1st floor) 10:30-11 a.m.: Equine sports medicine demo (Vida 2nd floor) 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Denver Water: Meet a scientist (Hydro 3rd floor) 11-11:15 a.m.: Virtual reality human anatomy […]
The Sensory Lab at CSU Spur will be running official sensory research on strawberries from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. or until supplies run out. This research is approved through CSU (IRB #5234). Sensory testing is open to adults over the age of 21 only who do not have any allergies to strawberries. Snacks and drinks will […]
Come make music at the CSU Spur Music Lab! Learn from music educators and local artists how to play piano, guitar, ukulele, percussion, and even the accordion. All ages and skill levels welcome!
Join the Water Quality Team to meet scientists who are experts in sampling and testing water. Scientists will discuss and demonstrate some of the experiments and testing they perform, how to get into the field of environmental sampling and laboratory testing, and how their work ensures that water coming out of the tap is safe […]
Timed demos 10 a.m.-2 p.m.: Exceptional Rodeo (observation area open to public) (Vida 1st floor) 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (or until supplies run out): Sensory taste testing: chocolate soda (Terra Sensory Lab 1st floor) 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Denver Water: Meet a scientist (Hydro 3rd floor) 11-11:15 a.m.: Virtual reality human anatomy program (Vida 1st floor) 12:45-1 […]
The Sensory Lab at CSU Spur will be running official taste-testing of a new and innovative chocolate-flavored carbonated soda 10 a.m.-4 p.m. or until supplies run out. Sensory testing is open to adults over the age of 18 only who do not have any allergies to cocoa. Snacks and drinks will be provided for participation, […]
Join the Water Quality Team to meet scientists who are experts in sampling and testing water. Scientists will discuss and demonstrate some of the experiments and testing they perform, how to get into the field of environmental sampling and laboratory testing, and how their work ensures that water coming out of the tap is safe […]
View the technology students are using at Colorado State University to study internal human anatomy. A CSU student will guide users through an experience in the human anatomy program to view models and scans of the human body. Ages 9 and up.
Timed demos 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (or until supplies run out): Sensory taste testing: Cookies (21+) (Terra Sensory Lab 1st floor) 10:30-11 a.m.: Equine sports medicine demo (Vida 2nd floor) 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Denver Water: Meet a scientist (Hydro 3rd floor) 11-11:15 a.m.: Virtual reality human anatomy program (Vida 1st floor) 11-11:30 a.m.: Butter demonstration (Ardent […]
The Sensory Lab at CSU Spur will be running official sensory research on chocolate chip cookies 10 a.m.-4 p.m. or until supplies run out. Sensory testing is open to adults over the age of 21 only who do not have any allergies to wheat, milk, eggs, soy. Snacks and drinks will be provided for participation, […]
Stop by the Richardson Design Center's Makerspace to create one of several rotating activities! Activities may include laser-cut animal puzzles, coloring sheets, learning to fold origami, and more. This is also a great opportunity to inquire about the equipment and learn about example projects that the Makerspace has brought to life.
Join the Water Quality Team to meet scientists who are experts in sampling and testing water. Scientists will discuss and demonstrate some of the experiments and testing they perform, how to get into the field of environmental sampling and laboratory testing, and how their work ensures that water coming out of the tap is safe […]
Timed demos 10 a.m.-2 p.m.: Spur music lab (Hydro 2nd floor) 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (or until supplies run out): Sensory taste testing: bone broth (21+) (Terra Sensory Lab 1st floor) 10:30-11 a.m.: Equine sports medicine demo (Vida 2nd floor) 11:15-11:45 a.m.: Equine Explores (for youth) (Vida 2nd floor) 11:30 a.m.-12 p.m.: Temple Grandin Equine Center […]
The Sensory Lab at CSU Spur will be running official taste-testing of bone broth 10 a.m.-4 p.m. or until supplies run out. Sensory testing is open to adults over the age of 21 only who do not have any allergies to chicken, beef, or culinary herbs. Snacks and drinks will be provided for participation, and […]
Stop by the Richardson Design Center's Makerspace to create one of several rotating activities! Activities may include laser-cut animal puzzles, coloring sheets, learning to fold origami, and more. This is also a great opportunity to inquire about the equipment and learn about example projects that the Makerspace has brought to life.
Come make music at the CSU Spur Music Lab! Learn from music educators and local artists how to play piano, guitar, ukulele, percussion, and even the accordion. All ages and skill levels welcome!
Timed demos 11-11:15 a.m.: Virtual reality human anatomy program (Vida 1st floor) 11 a.m.-2 p.m.: Temple Grandin Equine Center Workshop: Horse Behavior Clinic with Dr. Ellen Rankins (Vida 1st floor) 11:15-11:45 a.m.: Equine Explores (for youth) (Vida 2nd floor) 12-12:30 p.m.: Equine sports medicine demo (Vida 2nd floor) 1:30-1:45 p.m.: Virtual reality human anatomy program […]
Stop by the Richardson Design Center's Makerspace to create one of several rotating activities! Activities may include laser-cut animal puzzles, coloring sheets, learning to fold origami, and more. This is also a great opportunity to inquire about the equipment and learn about example projects that the Makerspace has brought to life.
View the technology students are using at Colorado State University to study internal human anatomy. A CSU student will guide users through an experience in the human anatomy program to view models and scans of the human body. Ages 9 and up.
Learn about the different therapeutic methods used at the Temple Grandin Equine Center with interactive stations. This is recommended for younger guests at CSU Spur.
So much to do, especially on a cold day.
Monday-Friday: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
2nd Saturday of every month: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. (closed all other Saturdays)
Closed Sundays
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Chancellor, CSU System
Dr. Tony Frank is the Chancellor of the CSU System. He previously served for 11 years as the 14th president of CSU in Fort Collins. Dr. Frank earned his undergraduate degree in biology from Wartburg College, followed by a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the University of Illinois, and a Ph.D. and residencies in pathology and toxicology at Purdue. Prior to his appointment as CSU’s president in 2008, he served as the University’s provost and executive vice president, vice president for research, chairman of the Pathology Department, and Associate Dean for Research in the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences. He was appointed to a dual role as Chancellor in 2015 and became full-time System chancellor in July 2019.
Dr. Frank serves on a number of state and national boards, has authored and co-authored numerous scientific publications, and has been honored with state and national awards for his leadership in higher education.
Dr. Frank and his wife, Dr. Patti Helper, have three daughters.
It’s our anniversary! CSU Spur has been fully open to the public, sharing hands-on, family-friendly activities around food, water, and health for two years. Join us on Saturday, Jan. 11, for 2nd Saturday activities, including desserts, a mariachi performance, face painters, horses on treadmills, veterinarians in surgery, scientists in labs, and more. The celebration is from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and CSU Spur will be open 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; no registration required, all public activities are free.
2nd Saturday at CSU Spur is presented by Canvas Credit Union.
Associate Vice President for CSU Spur, Colorado State University
Jocelyn Hittle is primarily focused on the CSU Spur campus at the National Western Center, and on supporting sustainability goals across CSU’s campuses. She sits on the Denver Mayor’s Sustainability Advisory Council, on the Advisory Committee for the Coors Western Art Show, and is a technical advisor for the AASHE STARS program.
Prior to joining CSU, Jocelyn was the Associate Director of PlaceMatters, a national urban planning think tank, and worked for the Orton Family Foundation. She has a degree in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from Princeton, and a Masters in Environmental Management from the Yale School of Forestry and Environmental Studies.
Jocelyn grew up in Colorado and spends her free time in the mountains or exploring Denver.
2nd Saturday at CSU Spur is 10 a.m.-2 p.m. this Saturday (March 8), and the theme is Girls & Science! Join us to explore robot recyclers and environmental trivia at the Girls Inc. teen activation station, visit the CBS Colorado First Alert Weather Tracker, create your own forecast, make tree cookies with the Forest Service, and more. The first 200 children get a free Girls & Science STEM activity box!