Explore Our Museums

Explore Our Museums

Expand your horizons, inspire curiosity, and experience Colorado cultures at all eleven of History Colorado’s museums and historic sites. Our award-winning museums offer opportunities for all ages to explore the rich history of the Centennial State.

Free Museum Admission for Kids Every Day!

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Rent Our Spaces

Surrounded by history, art and natural beauty, History Colorado’s statewide museums and historic sites offer unique cultural experiences and vibrant spaces to host your next party, business meeting, or retreat.

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Attend Events & Programs

Expand your horizons and explore the Centennial State through lectures, guided tours, and classes (both online and in-person) all led by our extensive team of subject matter experts.

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Explore The Collection

Explore The Collection

Composed of more than 15 million items that span centuries, the state's collection encompasses the rich and diverse history of the people of Colorado.

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Preservation & Archeology

History Colorado’s preservation programs are the most significant forces behind protecting historic places across all 64 Colorado counties. These programs restore and give fresh purpose to old places while infusing energy into urban, rural, and mountain communities.

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Office of State Archeologist (OSAC)

Programs to preserve and protect Colorado's archaeological, paleontological, and historic resources, as well as the administration related state and federal laws. 

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State Historic Fund (SHF)

Grants to identify, preserve and restore significant sites, structures, and districts for education and cultural experiences. 

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National & State Register of Historic Places

The official record of Colorado’s historically and architecturally significant places. 

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Review & Compliance

Resources on how to engage about historic places that may be impacted by state or federal projects or funds.

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Certified Local Governments (CLG)

Resources on how to engage about historic places that may be impacted by state or federal projects or funds.

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Tax Credits

Information on how to access funds to restore and rehabilitate historic places, including for commercial uses and affordable housing.

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Access Compass

A database that supports archaeological research, preservation programs, geographic mapping, and cultural resource management.

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NAGPRA

History Colorado’s NAGPRA program, contact info, and Tribal contacts.

Get Involved

History matters. What happens today shapes tomorrow and you can help us meet the moment. Join us in our mission to preserve and share the stories of Colorado, ensuring that the knowledge of yesterday informs the journeys ahead.

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Become a Member

Membership provides unlimited access and other valuable benefits to all History Colorado museums plus annual tickets to the Georgetown Loop Railroad®.

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Volunteer

Leave your mark on history and volunteer today. We offer a wide range of opportunities both in-person and online. Volunteers support our museums, archaeological sites, preservation work, collections upkeep, and more.

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Donate

History never stops, nor do we. Together we can honor our heritage and inspire future generations.

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Stay In Touch

Experience Colorado cultures and stay informed about all the happenings across History Colorado.

Our weekly Digest provides historical perspectives on current events plus invitations to community happenings throughout the state. Subscribe today to this newsletter and others.

Find us on social media @HistoryColorado and also follow all our state museum and historic site pages. Click here to get details. 

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