The Telluride Historical Museum has partnered with San Miguel County and the Telluride Institute to produce a celebration for Indigenous People's Day. This year's weekend is the biggest ever with a slew of events starting Friday. Here at the Museum, we'll be hosting two events on October 6th. 3:00 p.m. | Roundtable Discussion with Regina […]
Regina Lopez-Whiteskunk of Towaoc, former co-chair of the Bears Ears Intertribal Coalition and past Ute Mountain Ute Tribal councilmember, will hold a roundtable at the Telluride Historical Museum on any and all Ute and Native-American subjects of concern to local citizens. Audience members are encouraged to join in the discussions. About Regina: Ms. Regina Lopez-Whiteskunk […]
Eagle Rockshelter and 13,000 Years of Living Well on the Western Slope. Along with the Telluride Institute, the Telluride Historical Museum is co-hosting retired BLM archaeologist Glade Hadden of Delta, Colorado. Hadden uncovered the Eagle Rockshelter on the Gunnison River in Delta County, the oldest archaeological site in Colorado. The site uncovered artifacts to demonstrate […]
For our last day open of the summer we are offering all patrons to pay what they want for admission! We'll be open from 1:00 p.m.-5:00p.m. and anyone visiting can choose their own admission price. After that we'll close our doors for fall and will re-open December 4th. (But come see us for our Haunted […]
Halloween Night - Wednesday October 31st, 2018 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm $10 Adults $5 students Bring your courage for a haunted journey through Telluride’s former hospital!
First day of the winter season
Hit the slopes with local storyteller Ashley Boling as he recounts Telluride’s past. The two hour tour across the Telluride Ski Resort will give a general overview of our region’s history from mining to skiing and will cover terrain that is mild to moderate. Tickets are $40 or $30 for members. While open to beginners, […]
Free after school program at the library.
Open to Telluride Historical Museum Members and Franz Klammer guests & owners Join THM board member, local historian, walking encyclopedia Rudy Davison for a compendium of near mining tragedies in the Telluride area during the twilight of the high grade years between 1908-1912. Your second and last chance to see this special presentation! Museum members can […]
Bill and Todd of Mountain Trip have partnered with the Telluride Historical Museum for an action packed day of history and ice climbing in Ames. It’s the next best thing to a time machine…start off the adventure with a special behind the scenes tour of the Ames Power Plant. In 1891, this power plant was […]
The Telluride Historical Museum is currently closed while we build for our upcoming annual exhibit. Staff will be at the Museum working on other projects for the summer including some wonderful programming and insightful events. Stay tuned for those announcements. In the meantime... If you are in dire need of visiting the Museum you can […]
After the parade head up North Fir street to enjoy some old fashion root beer floats at the Telluride Historical Museum. All proceeds benefit the Telluride Historical Museum.
The Telluride Historical Museum will open for the summer on Monday, June 3rd. Our summer hours will be: *Open seven days a week* Sunday 1-5:00 p.m. Monday - Saturday 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Thursday open until 7:00 p.m. and FREE FOR LOCALS
Supporters and Museum Premier Members (Silver and up) will get a sneak peak of the Telluride Historical Museum's newly installed annual exhibit, If These Walls Could Talk: Preservation & Change
Join us to celebrate the opening of our new annual exhibit. There will be finger food and drinks.
The Telluride Historical Museum will partner with the Historic Architectural Review Commission to offer complimentary tours of the historic Town of Telluride each month. These walking tours will explore Telluride architecture and built environment highlighting which buildings have been preserved and how Telluride retains its charming character. Ever wondered why the town looks the way it does or what historic preservation is and why it's so […]
Join the Telluride Historical Museum, HARC, and the San Miguel County Historical Commission for an evening of lively discussion. Executive Director Kiernan Lannon moderates a roundtable with the region’s historic preservation bodies. Learn what each commission does (and does not) do, the challenges of historic preservation, and the process of trying to save Telluride’s built […]
Local character, performer, and historian Ashley Boling shares the stories and characters of Telluride on this hour and fifteen minute walking tour. Hear the tales and see the sights. Learn the stories of some of Telluride’s most notable citizens and see where Butch Cassidy robbed his first bank! $10 for Members $15 Non-Members Museum admission […]
The Telluride Historical Museum will partner with the Historic Architectural Review Commission to offer complimentary tours of the historic Town of Telluride each month. These walking tours will explore Telluride architecture and built environment highlighting which buildings have been preserved and how Telluride retains its charming character. Ever wondered why the town looks the way it does or what historic preservation is and why it's so […]
It wouldn’t be the Fourth in Telluride without the Museum’s annual tradition… All day long the Telluride Historical Museum will be offering free admission. Donations are greatly appreciated. Beginning after the parade we will once again be doing our Root Beer Fundraiser. $5 for a Smuggler Union Restaurant and Brewery root beer float. New this […]
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of quintessential Telluride reading, Tomboy Bride, with readings, refreshments and Tomboy Bride’s Grandson, Rob Walton as well as award-winning Colorado author and Tomboy Bride Foreword writer Pam Houston. You will also be able to purchase a cop of the new 50th Anniversary Edition of the book which includes a new foreward […]
Arboyglyphs are the carved markings seen on trees across the Telluride region. Hike into History with the Telluride Historical Museum and John Sir Jesse to learn about these unique markings.
Local character, performer, and historian Ashley Boling shares the stories and characters of Telluride on this hour and fifteen minute walking tour. Hear the tales and see the sights. Learn the stories of some of Telluride’s most notable citizens and see where Butch Cassidy robbed his first bank! $10 for Members $15 Non-Members Museum admission […]
Local character, performer, and historian Ashley Boling shares the stories and characters of Telluride on this hour and fifteen minute walking tour. Hear the tales and see the sights. Learn the stories of some of Telluride’s most notable citizens and see where Butch Cassidy robbed his first bank! $10 for Members $15 Non-Members Museum admission […]
The Telluride Historical Museum will partner with the Historic Architectural Review Commission to offer complimentary tours of the historic Town of Telluride each month. These walking tours will explore Telluride architecture and built environment highlighting which buildings have been preserved and how Telluride retains its charming character. Ever wondered why the town looks the way it does or what historic preservation is and why it's so […]
Experience hands-on stations focusing on building and construction activities. Join us for snacks and free admission to the museum. Take away crafts and enter for a chance to win raffle prizes. Fun for all ages! In partnership with the Wilkinson Public Library.
Local character, performer, and historian Ashley Boling shares the stories and characters of Telluride on this hour and fifteen minute walking tour. Hear the tales and see the sights. Learn the stories of some of Telluride’s most notable citizens and see where Butch Cassidy robbed his first bank! $10 for Members $15 Non-Members Museum admission […]
The Telluride Historical Museum will partner with the Historic Architectural Review Commission to offer complimentary tours of the historic Town of Telluride each month. These walking tours will explore Telluride architecture and built environment highlighting which buildings have been preserved and how Telluride retains its charming character. Ever wondered why the town looks the way it does or what historic preservation is and why it's so […]
For this year’s Feasting on History we will be hosting a brunch! Space is limited. If you are interested in attending this invite-only event please send an email to pepper@telluridemuseum.org or purchase tickets here.
Local character, performer, and historian Ashley Boling shares the stories and characters of Telluride on this hour and fifteen minute walking tour. Hear the tales and see the sights. Learn the stories of some of Telluride’s most notable citizens and see where Butch Cassidy robbed his first bank! $10 for Members $15 Non-Members Museum admission […]
Local character, performer, and historian Ashley Boling shares the stories and characters of Telluride on this hour and fifteen minute walking tour. Hear the tales and see the sights. Learn the stories of some of Telluride’s most notable citizens and see where Butch Cassidy robbed his first bank! $10 for Members $15 Non-Members Museum admission […]
Hike Into History: Ophir Waterfall Canyon We are partnering with Mountain Trip for our second Hike Into History of the summer! Mountain Trip Program Coordinator and Ophir Resident, Kaylee Walden, will explore routes off of Waterfall Canyon including mining history, unique Ophir history, and local flora and fauna. This is a strenuous hike and will […]
Local character, performer, and historian Ashley Boling shares the stories and characters of Telluride on this hour and fifteen minute walking tour. Hear the tales and see the sights. Learn the stories of some of Telluride’s most notable citizens and see where Butch Cassidy robbed his first bank! $10 for Members $15 Non-Members Museum admission […]
For the sixth year, the Telluride Historical Museum will present An Evening with Ken Burns. This year’s screening will be Episode 5: The Rising Road from the PBS television documentary miniseries, The Roosevelts: An Intimate History. Purchase Tickets Here
Local character, performer, and historian Ashley Boling shares the stories and characters of Telluride on this hour and fifteen minute walking tour. Hear the tales and see the sights. Learn the stories of some of Telluride’s most notable citizens and see where Butch Cassidy robbed his first bank! $10 for Members $15 Non-Members Museum admission […]
The Telluride Historical Museum will partner with the Historic Architectural Review Commission to offer complimentary tours of the historic Town of Telluride each month. These walking tours will explore Telluride architecture and built environment highlighting which buildings have been preserved and how Telluride retains its charming character. Ever wondered why the town looks the way it does or what historic preservation is and why it's so […]
Local character, performer, and historian Ashley Boling shares the stories and characters of Telluride on this hour and fifteen minute walking tour. Hear the tales and see the sights. Learn the stories of some of Telluride’s most notable citizens and see where Butch Cassidy robbed his first bank! $10 for Members $15 Non-Members Museum admission […]
The Telluride Historical Museum will partner with the Historic Architectural Review Commission to offer complimentary tours of the historic Town of Telluride each month. These walking tours will explore Telluride architecture and built environment highlighting which buildings have been preserved and how Telluride retains its charming character. Ever wondered why the town looks the way it does or what historic preservation is and why it's so […]
The Telluride Historical Museum in partnership with the Lone Tree Cemetery Board is hosting Remembrance Day, an immersive evening of storytelling to celebrate Lone Tree Cemetery and notable Telluride residents interred within this historic and essential landmark. Guests, visitors, and cemetery supporters will have the chance to interact with historical characters to learn the fascinating […]
Local character, performer, and historian Ashley Boling shares the stories and characters of Telluride on this hour and fifteen minute walking tour. Hear the tales and see the sights. Learn the stories of some of Telluride’s most notable citizens and see where Butch Cassidy robbed his first bank! $10 for Members $15 Non-Members Museum admission […]
Join us for a unique look into Telluride history and the iconic people who lived, worked, and were buried here.
September 18th 5:30-6:30, Oliver House in Norwood In partnership with Wright's Mesa Historical Society Remembering the CCC Come reminisce and learn about Norwood’s Civilian Conservation Corp which was located at the current Norwood Fairgrounds from 1931-1941. View newly discovered historic photos and share your stories of this influential time of our community.
Local character, performer, and historian Ashley Boling shares the stories and characters of Telluride on this hour and fifteen minute walking tour. Hear the tales and see the sights. Learn the stories of some of Telluride’s most notable citizens and see where Butch Cassidy robbed his first bank! $10 for Members $15 Non-Members Museum admission […]
September 19th 5:30-6:30 Madeline Hotel and Residences: Living Room *Guests will be encouraged to visit M Lounge for a 15% discount during the event and can purchase food and beverage and bring to the Fireside Chat. Bob Mather, Historic Preservation Architect “Rehabilitation & Adaptive Use of the Calkins High School in Cortez Co.” Join Historic […]
Join us for a unique look into Telluride history and the iconic people who lived, worked, and were buried here.
This tour will take approximately 5 hours and is a strenuous hike. Participants will meet at the museum. This hike will turn off the Liberty Bell trail to explore the area around the Stillwell tunnel mining site uncovering both its historical and modern contributions to town. The hike will take approximately 5 hours and is […]
September 25th 5:30-6:30, at the Norwood Cemetery (rain or shine) Norwood’s Pioneers: a Cemetery Tour with Barbara Youngblood and other local families Explore Norwood’s cemetery and hear local stories of the area’s founding families from their descendants.
Local character, performer, and historian Ashley Boling shares the stories and characters of Telluride on this hour and fifteen minute walking tour. Hear the tales and see the sights. Learn the stories of some of Telluride’s most notable citizens and see where Butch Cassidy robbed his first bank! $10 for Members $15 Non-Members Museum admission […]
September 26th 5:30-6:30 Madeline Hotel and Residences: Living Room *Guests will be encouraged to visit M Lounge for a 15% discount during the event and can purchase food and beverage and bring to the Fireside Chat. Photographer Ingrid Lundahl : “Telluride: The Outlaw Spirit of a Colorado Town” Experience the outlaw spirit of Telluride in […]
The Telluride Historical Museum will partner with the Historic Architectural Review Commission to offer complimentary tours of the historic Town of Telluride each month. These walking tours will explore Telluride architecture and built environment highlighting which buildings have been preserved and how Telluride retains its charming character. Ever wondered why the town looks the way it does or what historic preservation is and why it's so […]
Join us for a unique look into Telluride history and the iconic people who lived, worked, and were buried here.
October 2nd, 5:30-6:30 Oliver House, Norwood CO In partnership with Wright's Mesa Historical Society Don Paulson “Abandoned Mining Sites, Stories from the Past” Join Don Paulson of the Ouray County Historical Society to discover secrets at abandoned mining sites. Learn how to carefully identify the past lives of these once bustling places.
October 3rd 5:30-6:30 Madeline Hotel and Residences: Living Room *Guests will be encouraged to visit M Lounge for a 15% discount during the event and can purchase food and beverage and bring to the Fireside Chat. Don Paulson “Abandoned Mining Sites, Stories from the Past” Join Don Paulson of the Ouray County Historical Society to […]
Join us for a unique look into Telluride history and the iconic people who lived, worked, and were buried here.
This evening tour explores the iconic Lone Tree Cemetery in the ambiance and eeriness of lantern light. Perfect activity for Halloween season! Led by Telluride Historical Museum’s Director of Programs and Exhibits, this tour tells Telluride’s history through the stories of the rugged people that lived, worked and were buried here. Meet for the tour […]
Join us on Thursday, Oct. 31st for Halloween on the Hill. The evening will begin at 5:00 p.m. where every house on N. Fir will have a Halloween Host passing out candy. At 7 o’clock the Haunted Hospital will open its doors for all of those who dare to enter. All ages are encouraged to […]
Get into the Holiday Spirit with the Telluride Historical Museum at Schmid Family Ranch. Crafts, sleigh rides, bonfire, and SANTA!
Craft Victorian inspired Valentines with the Museum.
With the health and wellbeing of the community in mind, we have decided to postpone The ‘70s Shindig. While this decision does not come lightly we believe it is the right and responsible action to take in light of the recent coronavirus outbreak. The health and safety of our community and supporters is of utmost […]
Genealogy can go so much further than just names and dates! Dig deeper with the Telluride Historical Museum and find out personal details and stories about your ancestors as individuals. May 27th from 5:30-6:30 on Zoom preregistration required. Explore online resources to create your family tree, dig deeper into your genealogy, and discover new stories […]
We are planning on re-opening for summer July 1, 2020. In the meantime, stay engaged with us through our social media channels! Facebook: @telluridehistoricalmuseum Instagram: @telluridemuseum
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 […]
Curious how people in the past approached the constant threat of illness and disease? Wonder what living in Telluride and the United States was like during the 1918 influenza epidemic? Join the Telluride Historical Museum at the Lone Tree Cemetery to learn these answers and more!
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 […]
Curious how people in the past approached the constant threat of illness and disease? Wonder what living in Telluride and the United States was like during the 1918 influenza epidemic? Join the Telluride Historical Museum at the Lone Tree Cemetery to learn these answers and more!
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 […]
Curious how people in the past approached the constant threat of illness and disease? Wonder what living in Telluride and the United States was like during the 1918 influenza epidemic? Join the Telluride Historical Museum at the Lone Tree Cemetery to learn these answers and more!
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 […]
Curious how people in the past approached the constant threat of illness and disease? Wonder what living in Telluride and the United States was like during the 1918 influenza epidemic? Join the Telluride Historical Museum at the Lone Tree Cemetery to learn these answers and more!
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 […]
Curious how people in the past approached the constant threat of illness and disease? Wonder what living in Telluride and the United States was like during the 1918 influenza epidemic? Join the Telluride Historical Museum at the Lone Tree Cemetery to learn these answers and more!
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 […]
Curious how people in the past approached the constant threat of illness and disease? Wonder what living in Telluride and the United States was like during the 1918 influenza epidemic? Join the Telluride Historical Museum at the Lone Tree Cemetery to learn these answers and more!
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 […]
Curious how people in the past approached the constant threat of illness and disease? Wonder what living in Telluride and the United States was like during the 1918 influenza epidemic? Join the Telluride Historical Museum at the Lone Tree Cemetery to learn these answers and more!
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 […]
Hike Into History with Telluride Historical Museum’s Executive Director Kiernan Lannon. This 2-3 hour hike will journey through the Ilium Valley. On the hike you will learn the history of this unique stretch outside of Telluride that includes Telluride’s AC power story, the Rio Grande Southern Railroad, details and location of Vance Junction, as well […]
Curious how people in the past approached the constant threat of illness and disease? Wonder what living in Telluride and the United States was like during the 1918 influenza epidemic? Join the Telluride Historical Museum at the Lone Tree Cemetery to learn these answers and more!
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 […]
Curious how people in the past approached the constant threat of illness and disease? Wonder what living in Telluride and the United States was like during the 1918 influenza epidemic? Join the Telluride Historical Museum at the Lone Tree Cemetery to learn these answers and more!
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 […]
The Telluride Historical Museum has collaborated with renowned fine art photographer Lindsey Ross to produce a rare series of limited edition prints created with a negative from the Museum’s collection. The Museum will be debuting the special series of prints Thursday, Sept. 24 at 5:30 p.m. on the Main Street non-profit busking stage, which also […]
Curious how people in the past approached the constant threat of illness and disease? Wonder what living in Telluride and the United States was like during the 1918 influenza epidemic? Join the Telluride Historical Museum at the Lone Tree Cemetery to learn these answers and more!
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 […]
Take a hike up this classic trail with Rudy Davison and experience Bear Creek like you have never seen it before. You’ll weave through avalanche paths and explore the ruins of an old ore processing mill. The hike will begin at the Bear Creek trailhead and end at the bottom of the falls. You’ll learn […]
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 […]
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 […]
Lamplight cemetery tours are back for October. Don't miss this spooky tour!
Our last day of operations for the summer season is Saturday October, 17. Our tentative re-opening date is December 2. If you would like to visit the Museum before then, or reserve a private historic walking tour, please send an email at least 48 hours in advance to info@telluridemuseum.org. Private walking tours are $150 for […]
Lamplight cemetery tours are back for October. Don't miss this spooky tour!
Lamplight cemetery tours are back for October. Don't miss this spooky tour!
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.
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.
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.
The Telluride Historical Museum has partnered with the Historic Architectural Review Commission (HARC) to offer complimentary tours of the historic Town of Telluride once a month throughout the summer. These walking tours will explore Telluride architecture and built environment highlighting which buildings have been preserved and how Telluride retains its charming character.
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.
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.
Cemeteries can tell us a lot about our communities and Lone Tree Cemetery is no exception.
Join the Museum for a unique look into Telluride history and the iconic people who lived, worked, and were buried here.
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.
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.
