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Featured Events

  • Telluride Dinner Party

    Join us at the Museum on Thursday August 20th for an evening celebrating the Telluride Historical Museum’s 60th anniversary!

    The evening will feature cocktails, dinner, a special opportunity to see our latest annual exhibit, a panel of speakers, and a whole lot of great folks.

    Cocktails at 5:30 PM/Dinner at 6:30PM

    Purchase tickets here.

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  • San Miguel History Hunt

    The Telluride Historical Museum is excited to launch the “San Miguel History Hunt” beginning on Colorado Day – August 1, 2026. The scavenger hunt challenges participants of all ages to experience and enjoy many of the beautiful and historic sites that our county has to offer.

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  • This is Colorado: In One Square Foot Exhibition

    Join us to see the community art scene in action! Community members came together to answer the question;  “What does being a Coloradan mean to you?” Check out the exhibitions at Telluride Arts HQ and Telluride Properties on the Plaza in Mountain Village.

    Exhibition Dates: June 24 – August 1, 2026
    Hours: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

    Progressive Opening Reception (open to the public) – June 24, 2026

    • 4:00–5:00 PM at Telluride Properties on the Plaza in Mountain Village
    • 5:00–6:00 PM at Telluride Arts Gallery HQ in Telluride

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  • Moments that Made US: San Miguel Stories-Exhibit Opening Reception

    Join us at the opening reception for our latest exhibit, Moments That Made US: San Miguel Stories 

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  • The Nugget: A Telluride Restoration Story, and a Benefit for the Telluride Historical Museum

    Join us at the Sheridan Opera House for a special screening and Q&A with the writers, director, and producers of “The Nugget: A Telluride Restoration Story.”

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  • Museum Closed for Spring Off-Season. Reopening in June!

    Thanks for a great Winter season! The Museum will be closed for the Spring off-season beginning Sunday, April 5. We’ll be back in June, refreshed with a new annual exhibit and ready for summer adventures – stay tuned!

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201 W. Gregory Ave.
P.O. Box 1597
Telluride, CO 81435
(at the top of North Fir Street) | Directions

Summer Hours

June 2nd - October 18th, 2025
Monday - Saturday, 10am - 5pm
Last Admission at 4:30pm

Admission: $9 Adults
$6 Students/Seniors
5 and under Free
Saturdays is locals day, Free Admission for Locals!

Winter Hours

December 2nd, 2025 - April 4th, 2026
Tuesday - Saturday, 10am - 5pm
Last Admission at 4:30pm
Closed Christmas & New Years Day.
Closing Early Christmas Eve & New Years Eve.

Admission: $9 Adults
$6 Students/Senior
5 and under Free
Saturdays is locals day, Free Admission for Locals!

Please call the Museum at (970) 728-3344 for any questions pertaining to your visit.

Telluride Historical Museum

201 W. Gregory Ave.
P.O. Box 1597
Telluride, CO 81435
(at the top of North Fir Street) | Directions

T: (970) 728-3344

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Hours

WINTER HOURS
December 2nd, 2025 - April 4th, 2026
Tuesday - Saturday, 10am - 5pm
Last Admission at 4:30pm
Closed Christmas & New Years Day.
Closing Early Christmas Eve & New Years Eve.

SUMMER HOURS
June 2nd - October 18th, 2025
Monday - Saturday, 10am - 5pm
Last Admission at 4:30pm
Saturdays are Locals Free Days (Free Admission for Locals!)

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