Featured Events
Winter Season Opening Day
We are re-opening for the winter season on Tuesday, December 6th! Come warm up from the chilly winter and learn about the history that makes Telluride so unique.
We will open at 10am and we will remain open from 10am – 5pm on Tuesday – Saturday all winter long. Locals receive free admission every Saturday of the season!
Winter Walking Tour
Join us for our Telluride Winter Walking Tour Series!
Departing from the Telluride Historical Museum at 1PM, come along on a leisurely stroll to hear the tales and see the sights on our tour about town. Join museum staff in your warm layers and snow boots as they recount the people and events that make Telluride unique. Learn about some of Telluride’s most notable citizens, famous stories and see where Butch Cassidy robbed his first bank!
$15 Non-Members / $10 for Members
Winter Walking Tour
Join us for our Telluride Winter Walking Tour Series!
Departing from the Telluride Historical Museum at 1PM, come along on a leisurely stroll to hear the tales and see the sights on our tour about town. Join museum staff in your warm layers and snow boots as they recount the people and events that make Telluride unique. Learn about some of Telluride’s most notable citizens, famous stories and see where Butch Cassidy robbed his first bank!
$15 Non-Members / $10 for Members
News
Museum Re-Opening for Winter Season
The Telluride Historical Museum is opening for the winter season at 10am on Tuesday, December 6th!
Museum Closed Oct. 16 – Dec. 6
The Telluride Historical Museum will be closed for the off-season beginning October 16, and reopening on December 6.
Haunted Hospital & Halloween on the Hill – Volunteers Needed!
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 [email protected] or call (970) 728-3344 for more information and to sign up for this exciting event.
Early Closure on Thursday, August 25th
On Thursday, August 25th the Telluride Historical Museum will be closing at 3pm due to a private event.
2022 Fireside Chat Series Announced!
Join us for a a series of FREE weekly lectures at the Madeline in Mountain Village on Wednesdays this fall by writers, storytellers, and experts of Telluride’s history.
Location
201 W. Gregory Ave.
P.O. Box 1597
Telluride, CO 81435
(at the top of North Fir Street) | Directions
Summer Hours
Summer Hours - (June 6th - October 14th, 2023)
Monday - Saturday, 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Reservations still required in some situations. Please see the Visit page for more information.
Winter Hours
December 6th, 2022 - April 1st, 2023
Tuesday - Saturday, 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Saturdays are Locals Free Days (Free Admission for Locals!)
Please call the Museum at (970) 728-3344 for any questions pertaining to your visit.
Winter Holiday Hours:
Dec. 24th: 10AM - 3PM
Dec. 25th: CLOSED
Dec. 31st: 10AM - 3PM
Jan. 1st: CLOSED