Recent News
Officer Merle Nading Honored
55 years after his End Of Watch Officer Merle Nading was honored by the Denver Police Museum. The 9News coverage of the celebration can be viewed below. https://www.youtube.com/shorts/yL2Y1Vjmfe0 The CBS
National Forensic Science Week Video
A special thank you to Former Denver Broncos Quarterback Peyton Manning for producing this special video at the request of the Denver Police Museum honoring National Forensic Science Week 2026.
16th Annual Donnie Young Memorial Softball Tournament
Members of law enforcement, first responders, and their families recently gathered for the 16th annual Donnie Young Memorial Softball Tournament, held in honor of fallen Denver Police Detective Donald Young.
Retooling the Denver Police Museum Archiving Center
DPM is fortunate to have space on the first floor of Denver Police Headquarters. This space allows the Museum to collect many historical items including police equipment, badges, and photographs.
DPM Visits the Calgary Discovery Center
This year, members of the Denver Police Museum Board were honored to attend the Calgary Police Service’s 30th anniversary celebration of their Discovery Centre, which also included the unveiling of
2026 National Police Week
National Police Week 2026 brought agencies and families together across the country to honor the officers and K‑9s who made the ultimate sacrifice. From the Candlelight Vigil in Washington, D.C.,