Please join us for a FREE FRONT PORCH CONCERT on Friday from 6-7pm outside the Museum, celebrating 50 years of Telluride Chamber Music with the New York Philharmonic Brass Quintet.
In order to prepare for the live music event, the Museum will be closing early Friday, July 28 at 3pm.
N. Fir St. will be closed to vehicle traffic as follows from 4:30 – 8:30pm on Friday, July 28:
Support the Telluride Historical Museum for a night of festival-themed food and fun at the Town Park stage on August 24th, beginning at 5:30pm! This annual fundraiser will celebrate the unique history of 50 years of Telluride festivals while supporting the museum. Tickets include beverages and dinner in a unique venue. Experience the town park stage like never before with special guests representing various festivals.
Cocktail Hour: 5:30pm
Dinner: 6:30pm
The event will take place on the beautiful town park stage – rain or shine, so please dress for the weather. Guests should note that parking is limited in Town Park and it will be necessary to walk to the stage. Please let us know if you have accessibility concerns. Kindly RSVP before August 16th.
Email Kiernan@telluridemuseum.org for more information.
Tickets are $250/person and are partially tax deductible.
NOTE: We will not be sending physical tickets – all RSVPs/purchases will be put onto a will call list. Thank you!
Hike and Jeep into History this Summer with the Telluride Historical Museum
(TELLURIDE, Colo. – July 12th, 2023)
For almost 20 years the Telluride Historical Museum (THM) has brought history to life beyond its walls through unique outdoor tours. The Telluride region is known for beautiful recreational opportunities and gorgeous scenery, it just so happens most of those routes or trails are brimming with history as well.
CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE HIKE INTO HISTORY TICKETS ONLINE
The Telluride Museum’s “Hike into History” series is an annual offering of unique excursions into the wild and the past. THM is excited to present this summer’s line up of these special tours. On August 5th, join seasoned local guides Connie Colter and Dalen Stevens to explore the lesser known trails around Woods Lake. Participants will dive into the layered history of the area and learn about wildflowers and edible plants. This will be the moderate hike option of the year departing from the Down Valley Park at 9 am. It will include approximately 3.5 miles of hiking.
If you’re looking for a more strenuous tour join THM and Sheep Mountain Alliance on August 19th, in celebration of Sheep Mountain’s 35th anniversary. Sheep Mountain will give attendees insight on their environmental advocacy over the past 35 years while exploring the lower portion of the Sneffels Highline. Ruthie Boyd, Sheep Mountain Alliance Program Coordinator, stated “we will be pointing out public lands on the route that have been conserved through advocacy and environmental policy for their outstanding values to our ecosystems and communities.” This will be a strenuous out and back exploration of the bottom of the Sneffels Highline Trail and will depart from the Museum at 9am. Participants are welcome to continue hiking following the program but are cautioned to plan accordingly as the Sneffels Highline is typically a difficult, full-day hike.
Finally, jeep and hike on one final adventure on September 23rd with THM Board Member and mining historian, Rudy Davison. Davison will lead a jeep convoy to explore the Corkscrew Gulch Turntable, a narrow gauge railroad remnant near the ghost town of Ironton. This program requires a 4×4 vehicle and the museum is looking for volunteers with space in their vehicles.
All participants are encouraged to bring plenty of food and water to the events, and to pack weather appropriate gear. Please take your activity level into consideration when joining one of these programs. These expertly-led and researched tours are truly special opportunities to explore and learn about new and old places in the region. More information is available for each hike on the museum website, where tickets are also available for purchase. Call or email Director of Education and Outreach, Theresa Koenigsknecht, at Theresa@telluridemuseum.org 970-728-3344, with questions or for more information about this exciting series.
Historical Walking Tours with Ashley Boling are back! Hear the tales and see the sights on this lively tour about town. Join longtime local, performer, and community historian Ashley Boling as he recounts the people, events, and buildings that make Telluride unique.
Ashley has been giving engaging historical walking tours of Telluride for more than 20 years and his innate enthusiasm for history and natural gift for storytelling will have you entertained for the complete hour and fifteen minute tour of town. Learn about some of Telluride’s most notable citizens and famous stories and see where Butch Cassidy robbed his first bank!
Tuesdays 1:00 p.m. – Meet at Museum
Thursdays 1:00 p.m. – Meet at Museum
The Telluride Historical Museum is open for the summer season at 10am on Thursday, June 1st!
Take a break from your summer hikes to come learn about the history that makes Telluride so unique. Our newest exhibit, Festival Capital of the Rockies, explores the 50 year history of festivals in Telluride and their critical role in shaping Telluride’s vibrant character and community. The exhibit will be opening on June 8, 2023.
Admission is free for locals each Saturday throughout the season.
The Telluride Historical Museum is now hiring a part-time Visitor Services Coordinator (Front Desk). See the full position description for more details.
The Telluride Historical Museum is opening for the winter season at 10am on Tuesday, December 6th!
Take a break from the slopes to come learn about the history that makes Telluride so unique. Our newest exhibit, The Long Run, explores the beginnings of the ski resort 50 years ago all the way up to the well-known ski resort that we love today.
Admission is free for locals each Saturday throughout the season.
Thank you for a great summer and fall, Telluride! Today’s the last day to visit the Telluride Historical Museum for the season! We’ll be closed for the off-season beginning tomorrow, October 16, and reopening on December 6.
Don’t forget to join us on Oct. 31 for Halloween on the Hill and our Haunted Hospital (volunteers still needed!), as well our two remaining Lamplight Cemetery tours on Oct. 21 & 28!
See you in the winter! Our annual exhibit, ‘The Long Run: 50 Years of Skiing in Telluride,’ will continue to be on display until April 2023. Join us for a re-opening reception in December 2022, date TBA.
Join us on Halloween night for trick-or-treating on the hill with your little ones, and a thrilling evening in our Haunted Hospital!
Trick-or-Treating will take place on Fir Street followed by our Haunted Hospital beginning at 7pm. You’re in for a night of fright at the museum!
The Haunted Hospital will be $10 per person.
We are still seeking volunteers to throw on a costume and whip out your acting skills as you contribute to the spookiness of our Haunted Hospital. If you would prefer to participate in Halloween outside of the Haunted House, we will need volunteers to hand out candy on Fir St.
Email Kaity@telluridemuseum.org or call (970) 728-3344 for more information and to sign up for this exciting event.
On Thursday, August 25th the Telluride Historical Museum will be closing at 3pm due to a private event.
Please come back and visit the museum during our regular hours on Monday – Saturday from 11am-5pm and Thursdays from 11am – 7pm.
We apologize for the inconvenience and hope to see you soon!
