Monthly Archives: September 2021

2021 Fireside Chat Series Announced!

Join the Telluride Historical Museum for a series of free lectures and conversations this fall, learning about Telluride history through unique perspectives. Every Wednesday beginning Sept. 15, through Oct. 6.

PAUL O’ROURKE – WED, SEPT. 15, 5:30 – TELLURIDE MUSEUM

Local historian and writer, Paul O’Rourke has written many fascinating articles for Telluride Magazine, diving deep into lesser known stories from Telluride’s past. For this Fireside Chat, he will be sharing his recent research on the history of the Telluride Post Office. 

LINDA LUTHER – WED, SEPT. 22, 5:30 – PLACERVILLE SCHOOLHOUSE

Join former San Miguel County Program Director for Historic Preservation, Linda Luther at the newly restored Placerville Schoolhouse to learn about the history of the Schoolhouse, the historic restoration process, and stories along the way. 

DONNALEE BROWN – WED, SEPT. 29, 5:30 – TELLURIDE MUSEUM

Henrietta Cloud Brown is portrayed by her great-granddaughter Donnalee Brown through historical creative nonfiction in her new book Telluride Mountain Woman. With the help of first-person performers, experience the Brown Homestead itself come to life, as well as narrative style interviews, unique storytelling, and a book signing with the author. 

RUDY DAVISON – WED, OCT. 6, 5:30 – TELLURIDE MUSEUM

Local history expert Rudy Davison will be presenting and signing the third edition of his book, Rudy’s View, a thorough driving guide from Telluride to the top of Imogene Pass, including fascinating mile-by-mile historic and ecological information. 

Fireside Chats are free and open to all. 

Hike Into History – Keystone Gorge with Ted Wilson

Enjoy fall colors and learn more about a beloved Telluride Hike! Ted Wilson will be leading our final 2021 Hike Into History into Keystone Gorge to explore the history of the Keystone Placer Mine and its important place in Telluride History. This is a moderate loop trail. Food and water are recommended. Dogs are not permitted on this trail or in Lawson Hill. The tour will depart from the trailhead in Lawson Hill, located off of Society Dr. on San Miguel River Rd at 9am.

Call 970.728.3344 or click here to reserve your spot. 

$20 Non-Members and $15 for Members