Ski into History!
The Peaks Resort & Spa 136 Country Club D, Telluride, CO, United StatesFridays in January. Free and open to the public!
Fridays in January. Free and open to the public!
Eco Adventure guide John Sir Jesse leads this snowshoe trek to Alta Lakes, sharing the natural beauty and historic significance of this mining ghost town.
Embrace your inner scientist and head to the Museum after school for some electrifying experiments!
Fridays in January. Free and open to the public!
Round up 'yer friends and head over to the local watering hole for a night at the Saloon! Step back into Telluride in 1890 and belly up to the bar at the Steaming Bean.
Fridays in January. Free and open to the public!
Don't miss your chance to see the premier screening of a "1878-1913: Historic Landmarks of Telluride," a film produced by the Sheridan Opera House, the Telluride Historical Museum, and the Town of Telluride. Screenings are at 5:30, 6:00 & 6:30 p.m. Admission is free!
Fridays in February. Free and open to the public!
Create your own Victorian Valentine! Come with a song in your heard and hear the history of the Victorian Valentine. Participants also get to create their own Victorian-inspired Valentine using colorful crafts and supplies. Free and open to the public.
Fridays in February. Free and open to the public!
Led by Eco Adventures and the Telluride Historical Museum, this snowshoe trek to Lizard Head highlights the natural beauty and historic significance of one of Telluride's well known passes along the divide between the Dolores and San Miguel watersheds. Meet at the Telluride Historical Museum at 9:30 a.m. Snowshoe rental is included! Click here to purchase […]
What does the "War of Currents" have to do with Telluride? Explore how AC (alternating current) and DC (direct current) power was harnessed in Telluride before anywhere else in the world. Make your own electrifying creation! In conjunction with the Telluride Historical Museum's exhibit Powerful Currents; Hydroelectricity in the San Juans, on display through March, […]
Fridays in February. Free and open to the public!
Fridays in February. Free and open to the public!
A Telluride favorite! Hit the slopes with local storyteller Ashley Boling for this eye-opening skiing tour exploring Telluride’s legendary history. Free and open to the public! 10:00 a.m., The Peaks Resort and Spa (meet at the Valet counter on the 2nd floor)
Join long time local and story teller Ashley Boling as he shares the history of Trout Lake’s settlement, prospecting, and the great flood on the old railroad grade Nordic trail at scenic Trout Lake. Meet at the Telluride Nordic Center, located between the Town Park offices and the new Ice Pavilion, at 9:30 a.m. All […]
A Telluride favorite! Hit the slopes with local storyteller Ashley Boling for this eye-opening sking tour exploring Telluride’s legendary history. Free and open to the public! 10:00 a.m., The Peaks Resort and Spa (meet at the Valet counter on the 2nd floor)
Come experiment with the wild ideas of wireless electricity and find out how Telluride's electrifying history weaves its way into the magical world of wireless.
Calling all educators! Join us for this sneak peak at the Museum's offered educational programs! Fun for all ages, come enjoy some wine and cheese and learn how your class or group can take part!
The Telluride Historical Museum will be closed for the Spring Off Season beginning Sunday, March 30. We will re-open on Thursday, May 22. Please call or email for private appointments or tours.
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. Gather the family for a day at the Ute Museum in Montrose! Enjoy a guided tour of the Museum and dig into Ute history with fun hands-on activities. We will leave the Telluride Museum at 9:00am, returning by 3:30pm. Transportation is by carpool. Please bring your own lunch. Adults $10.00 […]
Bring the kids for this exciting glimpse into 19th century Colorado at the Museum of the Mountain West in Montrose. Enjoy a guided tour through an extensive collection of artifacts and buildings, including a railroad depot, granary, church, log cabin, blacksmith shop and more! We will leave the Telluride Museum at 9:00am, returning by 3:30pm. […]
The Museum re-opens for the Summer season on Thursday, May 22, 2014. Summer Hours: Monday - Saturday, 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday, 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. Thursdays until 7:00 p.m. Thursday is Locals Day when locals get in free!