The Children’s Museum of Denver on Wednesday plans to debut an interactive exhibit for interested or aspiring veterinarians.

Dubbed “Ready Vet Go,” the Children’s Museum Marsico Campus will, starting Wednesday, offer hands-on play and interactive learning surrounding the world of animal veterinary technology.

Museum officials said they partnered with Goodheart Animal Health Centers in April 2024 to create the exhibit, according to a news release.

“The goal was to take this popular exhibit and elevate the experience with beautiful artistic elements and multiple hands-on interactives to spark curiosity and foster imagination,” Director of Special Exhibits Kerri Atter said in the release.

The exhibit includes equipment such as microscopes with real-life slide samples and organic materials, a spinning centrifuge and the use of stuffed animal patients spec’d with radio frequency technology for X-rays.

“The design process kicked off with a site visit to a Goodheart Animal Health Center,” museum officials said in the release. 

“The museum team was inspired by the modern style, complementary retro design elements, and architecture that allowed for a behind-the-scenes look into technical aspects of the veterinary process,” officials said.

Additional programming is planned for the exhibit. All Ready Vet Go programming is included with museum admission.

Local artists Genevieve Smith of Magpie Painting and Dark White Gallery lead artist Ben Mollner worked with the museum to fulfill the goals of the two founding doctors: Dr. Alex Robb and Dr. Beth Spencer.

“As individuals who have dedicated their lives and careers to the care of creatures, they were deeply moved by watching children don lab coats and stethoscopes, and then tenderly care for the stuffed animals in the space,” museum officials said of the doctor duo.

“After the tour, there was no question — they wanted to partner with the museum on the next iteration of Ready Vet Go,” they added.

Those seeking to learn more about the Children’s Museum of Denver’s Ready Vet Go exhibit can visit its website.