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Imagine covered wagons, a rendezvous of fur trappers, Indian buffalo hunts, mining the Rocky Mountains, and life in early Denver. Discover the diversity of Colorado from its earliest inhabitants to its pioneer families. Explore Colorado's own museum with fascinating collections, detailed dioramas, historic photographs, artifacts, and more.
Special galleries also feature changing exhibitions on life and culture in the American West.
Constructed in 1977, the museum preserves a collection of historic and prehistoric artifacts and documents and is the Colorado Historical Society's headquarters. In addition to exhibits and educational programs, the museum includes the Stephen H. Hart Library, the Office of Archaeology and Historic Preservation and membership services.
Enjoy the museum store, which offers a full selection of books on Colorado and the West as well as a unique selection of Indian arts and Colorado crafts.
Family Free Day and Community Celebration
Saturday, November 22, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Celebrate Denver's 150th anniversary at the Colorado History Museum with the public opening of the Denver at 150 exhibit. Admission to the museum will be free all day, plus enjoy music, dancers, family activities, and a chance to make your own family time capsule.
Denver Arts Week - Night of the Museums
November 14, 5 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Join the Colorado History Museum as we help kick-off Denver Arts Week, a weeklong festival, highlighting the city’s visual and performing arts, taking place at more than five neighborhood art districts, 20 museums and 100 art galleries. November 14th the museum along with other local museums will be open for free from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. as part of the "Night of the Museums". Talk to Denver artist Barbara Froula, who will be on hand to preview the her watercolor commissioned by the Colorado History Museum for the upcoming exhibit—Denver at 150: Imagine a Great City—opening Saturday, Nov. 22nd. For more information on Denver Arts Week, click here
Let's Make History
Every Saturday, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Who makes history? You do! Join the Colorado History Museum for Let’s Make History, a new weekend program just for families. Activities for all ages help you explore Colorado’s past. Remember, children 12 and under are always free on Saturdays! To find out more about Let's Make History click here