On Thursday, August 25th the Telluride Historical Museum will be closing at 3pm due to a private event.
Please come back and visit the museum during our regular hours on Monday – Saturday from 11am-5pm and Thursdays from 11am – 7pm.
We apologize for the inconvenience and hope to see you soon!
2022 Fireside Chats
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.
Presented by the Telluride Historical Museum.
Dates: Sept. 21, Sept. 28, and Oct. 5, 2022 at 6pm
Johnnie Stevens: Telluride Ski Area Expert
Wednesday, September 21, 2022 | 6:00 pm | Madeline Hotel’s Living Room*
Hired in 1972 as the first director of the Telluride Ski Patrol, Johnnie Stevens worked his way up to Chief Operating Officer of Telski and was inducted in the Colorado Ski Hall of Fame in 2004. Hear Johnnie’s experiences from a lifetime of skiing in Telluride, as well as his stories from behind-the-scenes of the ski area.
Robert Savath & Annie Varielle-Savath: Telluride Ski School & 1970s Telluride
Wednesday, September 28, 2022 | 6:00 pm | Madeline Hotel’s Living Room*
Join us for a chat with the Savaths, a dynamic husband and wife duo, and involved longtime Telluride locals. A native of France, Annie Varielle-Savath was Director of the Telluride Ski School for over two decades, and also operated a beloved local restaurant, Chez Pierre. Her husband, Roberth Savath, also a longtime ski coach, will share his experience and memories as mayor and town councilman during the late 1970s.
Rudy Davison: Fact-Finding Tour to Zermatt
Wednesday, October 5, 2022 | 6:00 pm | Madeline Hotel’s Living Room*
In 1979, 25 Telluride locals took a fact-finding trip to the Swiss mountain resort of Zermatt. Looking for inspiration and ideas to forge the community’s future in sustainable ways, Rudy Davison was along for the ride, and will be sharing his photos, memories, and takeaways from this notable trip.
*The Madeline’s Living Room lounge area is located on the first floor of the hotel, between the Lobby and the Timber Room bar.
Fireside Chats are free and open to all
Hike into History: Ophir Loop with Matt Steen
Saturday, August 20, 9am
Meet at the Sunshine Overlook!
Join local guide and geology expert Matt Steen on a Hike into History along the route of the Ophir Loop section of the Rio Grande Southern. See the remains of the once thriving RGS Depot and railroad bridges in Ilium. Additionally, Matt will share his knowledge on local geology, avalanche patterns, and more! Please bring water, snacks, and rain & sun protection.
The excursion will begin with an overview of the Ophir Loop area at the stunning Sunshine Mountain Overlook, about 9 miles southwest of Telluride. Just a little further, near the entrance to Ophir, participants will park their cars and begin a fun and historic hike into Ilium.
$20 for nonmembers or $15 for museum members. Purchase tickets here!
Join us for 2022’s first Hike into History:
Hike into History: Mountain Village with Ashley Boling and Museum Staff
Saturday, July 9, 9am
Meet at the San Sophia Overlook, top of Gondola. We’ll hike into Mountain Village from there!
Join local guide Ashley Boling and museum staff to learn about the development of Mountain Village, the history of the Telluride Ski Area, Gorrono Ranch, and more! The hike will begin at 9am, starting at San Sophia Station at the top of the Gondola. Please bring water, snacks, and rain & sun protection.
$20 for nonmembers or $15 for museum members. PURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE HERE.
Come celebrate the 4th of July with the Museum! After two long years, our annual root beer float fundraiser is back. Come up the hill to the Museum after the parade to enjoy this summertime classic. $5 per float.
Also, the Museum will be open from 1-5PM (with free admission)! So bring your friends and family to learn about the rich and interesting history of Telluride!
Welcome Summer and our 2022-2023 Exhibit! Don’t miss our first event of the season with our opening reception of our latest installation – The Long Run: 50 Years of the Telluride Ski Area on Thursday, June 9th at 5pm. Join us for a ’70s-themed evening full of community, delicious appetizers, drinks, and most importantly – some utterly fascinating history!
The Telluride Historical Museum is CLOSED for the Spring 2022 Off-Season! We look forward to re-opening for the summer season on June 2nd, and to welcome our newest exhibit The Long Run; 50 Years of the Telluride Ski Area. Come check us out then!
This is your annual chance to support both the Telluride Historical Museum and the American Cancer Society.
Live sales and pre-order pickups are happening now! The cost is $15/bundle of 10 daffodils. All proceeds benefit the Telluride Historical Museum and American Cancer Society. Pick up your flowers at the Museum, or at the table on Main Street, located at the northeast corner of Colorado and Pine. We will be there Monday, March 14 through Friday, March 18, from 11am – 4pm.
Welcome to our Winter Walking Tour Series!
Akin to our Summer Walking Tours, we will be offering Winter Walking Tours in the Town of Telluride during the remainder of our Winter Season! Please note that these tours are ONLY offered on Thursdays at 1pm, with dates of tour listed below. Please dress appropriately for Winter Weather, with shoes acceptable for potential ice and snow. Masks are required for any indoor stops while the mandate for the Town of Telluride is in effect.
