FGM Day Camp

Fort Garland Hands-On History

Join us at the Fort Garland Museum for Hands-on History! Hands-On History provides exciting educational experiences for students (grades 1-7) on Fridays during the spring when they are not in school.

For more information about our Hands-On History offerings and programs, contact our education coordinator Antonia Ortiz at antonia.ortiz@state.co.us or (719) 379-3512.

Register for Spring Break Camp→

Learning opportunities: Mysteries at the Museum:  Bigfoot, Lochness Monster, Flat Earth? Oh, My! Learn about some of history's most famous mysteries during this exciting week of exploring, creating, and investigating!

Who: Kids grades  1st - 7th

When:  March 18 - 22 from 8 am to 4 pm

Where: Fort Garland Museum, 29477 CO-159, Fort Garland, CO 81133.

Cost:  $125 for full week of camp

  • Free/reduced lunch: 40% off
  • Staff/volunteer: 20% off
  • Multiple children enrolled: 10% off
  • HOH family (past 6 months): 10% off
  • Early bird registration: 10% off
  • Membership/History Buffs: 10% off
  • Educator/military/first responder: 10% off

Do you or a family member work in agriculture? Have you moved in the last 3 years? If the answer is Yes, your child(ren) may qualify to attend for free. Please contact Antonia Ortiz at antonia.ortiz@state.co.us for more details.

Register for Spring Friday Classes→

Give your child an unforgettable experience this spring semester with Hands-On History! Registration is now open for Spring Friday Classes at Fort Garland Museum & Cultural Center. We'll be offering classes on Fridays from January 26 - April 19 with fun, education themes including:

  • A Taste of the World
  • The heART of the Valley
  • The Toymaker’s Workshop
  • ¡Vamos a Bailar! Folklorico

Who: Kids ages 6-12

When: Jan. 26 to April 19 from 8 am to 4 pm

Where: Fort Garland Museum, 29477 CO-159, Fort Garland, CO 81133.

Cost: $25/day or $300/semester, with automatic tuition assistance available:

  • Free/reduced lunch: 40% off
  • Staff/volunteer: 20% off
  • Multiple children enrolled: 10% off
  • HOH family (past 6 months): 10% off
  • Early bird registration: 10% off
  • Membership/History Buffs: 10% off
  • Educator/military/first responder: 10% off

Do you or a family member work in agriculture? Have you moved in the last 3 years? If the answer is Yes, your child(ren) may qualify to attend for free. Please contact Antonia Ortiz at antonia.ortiz@state.co.us for more details.