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

Moments That Made US: San Miguel Stories, is a special exhibition for the America 250/Colorado 150 commemoration that explores how generations of Americans in San Miguel County and beyond have given meaning to the ideals set out in the Declaration of Independence. The exhibition looks back across centuries and highlights both challenging and celebratory times, while exploring five themes drawn directly from the Declaration of Independence: Created Equal; Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness; Free and Independent States; Consent of the Governed; and We Mutually Pledge. The featured moments weave together multiple perspectives from some of San Miguel County’s most significant stories alongside defining moments from United States history. By examining national ideals through the lens of one community, the exhibition connects local experiences to the broader American story. Together, these moments remind us that history was never inevitable, but shaped at every turn by the people who lived it.

The opening reception will be held at the Telluride Historical Museum on Thursday, June 11th from 5-8pm, refreshments will be provided.