HARC Walking Tour
Ever wondered why the town looks the way it does or what historic preservation is and why it's so important or what it is that the Historic Architectural Review Commission […]
Ever wondered why the town looks the way it does or what historic preservation is and why it's so important or what it is that the Historic Architectural Review Commission […]
Ridgway’s Pete Davis presents the history of climbing in the San Juans spanning over 150 years including tales of explorers, miners, cowboys and more recently, some of the greatest climbers […]
This Fireside Chat will be held in Norwood... Ridgway’s Pete Davis presents the history of climbing in the San Juans spanning over 150 years including tales of explorers, miners, cowboys […]
The Telluride Historical Museum has partnered with San Miguel County and the Telluride Institute to produce a celebration for Indigenous People's Day. This year's weekend is the biggest ever with […]
Regina Lopez-Whiteskunk of Towaoc, former co-chair of the Bears Ears Intertribal Coalition and past Ute Mountain Ute Tribal councilmember, will hold a roundtable at the Telluride Historical Museum on any […]
Eagle Rockshelter and 13,000 Years of Living Well on the Western Slope. Along with the Telluride Institute, the Telluride Historical Museum is co-hosting retired BLM archaeologist Glade Hadden of Delta, […]
For our last day open of the summer we are offering all patrons to pay what they want for admission! We'll be open from 1:00 p.m.-5:00p.m. and anyone visiting can […]
Halloween Night - Wednesday October 31st, 2018 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm $10 Adults $5 students Bring your courage for a haunted journey through Telluride’s former hospital! […]
First day of the winter season
Hit the slopes with local storyteller Ashley Boling as he recounts Telluride’s past. The two hour tour across the Telluride Ski Resort will give a general overview of our region’s […]
Free after school program at the library.
Open to Telluride Historical Museum Members and Franz Klammer guests & owners Join THM board member, local historian, walking encyclopedia Rudy Davison for a compendium of near mining tragedies in […]
Bill and Todd of Mountain Trip have partnered with the Telluride Historical Museum for an action packed day of history and ice climbing in Ames. It’s the next best thing […]
The Telluride Historical Museum is currently closed while we build for our upcoming annual exhibit. Staff will be at the Museum working on other projects for the summer including some […]
After the parade head up North Fir street to enjoy some old fashion root beer floats at the Telluride Historical Museum. All proceeds benefit the Telluride Historical Museum.
The Telluride Historical Museum will open for the summer on Monday, June 3rd. Our summer hours will be: *Open seven days a week* Sunday 1-5:00 p.m. Monday - Saturday 11:00 […]
Supporters and Museum Premier Members (Silver and up) will get a sneak peak of the Telluride Historical Museum's newly installed annual exhibit, If These Walls Could Talk: Preservation & Change
Join us to celebrate the opening of our new annual exhibit. There will be finger food and drinks.
The Telluride Historical Museum will partner with the Historic Architectural Review Commission to offer complimentary tours of the historic Town of Telluride each month. These walking tours will explore Telluride architecture and built environment highlighting which buildings have been […]
Join the Telluride Historical Museum, HARC, and the San Miguel County Historical Commission for an evening of lively discussion. Executive Director Kiernan Lannon moderates a roundtable with the region’s historic […]
Local character, performer, and historian Ashley Boling shares the stories and characters of Telluride on this hour and fifteen minute walking tour. Hear the tales and see the sights. Learn […]
The Telluride Historical Museum will partner with the Historic Architectural Review Commission to offer complimentary tours of the historic Town of Telluride each month. These walking tours will explore Telluride architecture and built environment highlighting which buildings have been […]
It wouldn’t be the Fourth in Telluride without the Museum’s annual tradition… All day long the Telluride Historical Museum will be offering free admission. Donations are greatly appreciated. Beginning after […]
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of quintessential Telluride reading, Tomboy Bride, with readings, refreshments and Tomboy Bride’s Grandson, Rob Walton as well as award-winning Colorado author and Tomboy Bride Foreword writer […]
Arboyglyphs are the carved markings seen on trees across the Telluride region. Hike into History with the Telluride Historical Museum and John Sir Jesse to learn about these unique markings.
Local character, performer, and historian Ashley Boling shares the stories and characters of Telluride on this hour and fifteen minute walking tour. Hear the tales and see the sights. Learn […]
Local character, performer, and historian Ashley Boling shares the stories and characters of Telluride on this hour and fifteen minute walking tour. Hear the tales and see the sights. Learn […]
The Telluride Historical Museum will partner with the Historic Architectural Review Commission to offer complimentary tours of the historic Town of Telluride each month. These walking tours will explore Telluride architecture and built environment highlighting which buildings have been […]
Experience hands-on stations focusing on building and construction activities. Join us for snacks and free admission to the museum. Take away crafts and enter for a chance to win raffle […]
Local character, performer, and historian Ashley Boling shares the stories and characters of Telluride on this hour and fifteen minute walking tour. Hear the tales and see the sights. Learn […]
The Telluride Historical Museum will partner with the Historic Architectural Review Commission to offer complimentary tours of the historic Town of Telluride each month. These walking tours will explore Telluride architecture and built environment highlighting which buildings have been […]
For this year’s Feasting on History we will be hosting a brunch! Space is limited. If you are interested in attending this invite-only event please send an email to pepper@telluridemuseum.org or […]
Local character, performer, and historian Ashley Boling shares the stories and characters of Telluride on this hour and fifteen minute walking tour. Hear the tales and see the sights. Learn […]
Local character, performer, and historian Ashley Boling shares the stories and characters of Telluride on this hour and fifteen minute walking tour. Hear the tales and see the sights. Learn […]
Hike Into History: Ophir Waterfall Canyon We are partnering with Mountain Trip for our second Hike Into History of the summer! Mountain Trip Program Coordinator and Ophir Resident, Kaylee Walden, […]
Local character, performer, and historian Ashley Boling shares the stories and characters of Telluride on this hour and fifteen minute walking tour. Hear the tales and see the sights. Learn […]
For the sixth year, the Telluride Historical Museum will present An Evening with Ken Burns. This year’s screening will be Episode 5: The Rising Road from the PBS television documentary miniseries, The Roosevelts: An Intimate History. Purchase Tickets Here
Local character, performer, and historian Ashley Boling shares the stories and characters of Telluride on this hour and fifteen minute walking tour. Hear the tales and see the sights. Learn […]
The Telluride Historical Museum will partner with the Historic Architectural Review Commission to offer complimentary tours of the historic Town of Telluride each month. These walking tours will explore Telluride architecture and built environment highlighting which buildings have been […]
Local character, performer, and historian Ashley Boling shares the stories and characters of Telluride on this hour and fifteen minute walking tour. Hear the tales and see the sights. Learn […]
The Telluride Historical Museum will partner with the Historic Architectural Review Commission to offer complimentary tours of the historic Town of Telluride each month. These walking tours will explore Telluride architecture and built environment highlighting which buildings have been […]
The Telluride Historical Museum in partnership with the Lone Tree Cemetery Board is hosting Remembrance Day, an immersive evening of storytelling to celebrate Lone Tree Cemetery and notable Telluride residents […]
Local character, performer, and historian Ashley Boling shares the stories and characters of Telluride on this hour and fifteen minute walking tour. Hear the tales and see the sights. Learn […]
Join us for a unique look into Telluride history and the iconic people who lived, worked, and were buried here.
September 18th 5:30-6:30, Oliver House in Norwood In partnership with Wright's Mesa Historical Society Remembering the CCC Come reminisce and learn about Norwood’s Civilian Conservation Corp which was located at […]
Local character, performer, and historian Ashley Boling shares the stories and characters of Telluride on this hour and fifteen minute walking tour. Hear the tales and see the sights. Learn […]
September 19th 5:30-6:30 Madeline Hotel and Residences: Living Room *Guests will be encouraged to visit M Lounge for a 15% discount during the event and can purchase food and beverage […]
Join us for a unique look into Telluride history and the iconic people who lived, worked, and were buried here.
This tour will take approximately 5 hours and is a strenuous hike. Participants will meet at the museum. This hike will turn off the Liberty Bell trail to explore the […]
September 25th 5:30-6:30, at the Norwood Cemetery (rain or shine) Norwood’s Pioneers: a Cemetery Tour with Barbara Youngblood and other local families Explore Norwood’s cemetery and hear local stories of […]
Local character, performer, and historian Ashley Boling shares the stories and characters of Telluride on this hour and fifteen minute walking tour. Hear the tales and see the sights. Learn […]
September 26th 5:30-6:30 Madeline Hotel and Residences: Living Room *Guests will be encouraged to visit M Lounge for a 15% discount during the event and can purchase food and beverage […]
The Telluride Historical Museum will partner with the Historic Architectural Review Commission to offer complimentary tours of the historic Town of Telluride each month. These walking tours will explore Telluride architecture and built environment highlighting which buildings have been […]
Join us for a unique look into Telluride history and the iconic people who lived, worked, and were buried here.
October 2nd, 5:30-6:30 Oliver House, Norwood CO In partnership with Wright's Mesa Historical Society Don Paulson “Abandoned Mining Sites, Stories from the Past” Join Don Paulson of the Ouray County […]
October 3rd 5:30-6:30 Madeline Hotel and Residences: Living Room *Guests will be encouraged to visit M Lounge for a 15% discount during the event and can purchase food and beverage […]
Join us for a unique look into Telluride history and the iconic people who lived, worked, and were buried here.
This evening tour explores the iconic Lone Tree Cemetery in the ambiance and eeriness of lantern light. Perfect activity for Halloween season! Led by Telluride Historical Museum’s Director of Programs […]
Join us on Thursday, Oct. 31st for Halloween on the Hill. The evening will begin at 5:00 p.m. where every house on N. Fir will have a Halloween Host passing […]
Get into the Holiday Spirit with the Telluride Historical Museum at Schmid Family Ranch. Crafts, sleigh rides, bonfire, and SANTA!
Craft Victorian inspired Valentines with the Museum.
With the health and wellbeing of the community in mind, we have decided to postpone The ‘70s Shindig. While this decision does not come lightly we believe it is the […]
Genealogy can go so much further than just names and dates! Dig deeper with the Telluride Historical Museum and find out personal details and stories about your ancestors as individuals. […]
We are planning on re-opening for summer July 1, 2020. In the meantime, stay engaged with us through our social media channels! Facebook: @telluridehistoricalmuseum Instagram: @telluridemuseum
Hear the tales and see the sights on this lively tour about town. Join longtime local, performer, and community historian Ashley Boling as he recounts the people, events, and buildings […]
Curious how people in the past approached the constant threat of illness and disease? Wonder what living in Telluride and the United States was like during the 1918 influenza epidemic? Join the Telluride Historical Museum at the Lone Tree Cemetery to learn these answers and more!
Hear the tales and see the sights on this lively tour about town. Join longtime local, performer, and community historian Ashley Boling as he recounts the people, events, and buildings […]
Curious how people in the past approached the constant threat of illness and disease? Wonder what living in Telluride and the United States was like during the 1918 influenza epidemic? Join the Telluride Historical Museum at the Lone Tree Cemetery to learn these answers and more!
Hear the tales and see the sights on this lively tour about town. Join longtime local, performer, and community historian Ashley Boling as he recounts the people, events, and buildings […]
Curious how people in the past approached the constant threat of illness and disease? Wonder what living in Telluride and the United States was like during the 1918 influenza epidemic? Join the Telluride Historical Museum at the Lone Tree Cemetery to learn these answers and more!
Hear the tales and see the sights on this lively tour about town. Join longtime local, performer, and community historian Ashley Boling as he recounts the people, events, and buildings […]
Curious how people in the past approached the constant threat of illness and disease? Wonder what living in Telluride and the United States was like during the 1918 influenza epidemic? Join the Telluride Historical Museum at the Lone Tree Cemetery to learn these answers and more!
Hear the tales and see the sights on this lively tour about town. Join longtime local, performer, and community historian Ashley Boling as he recounts the people, events, and buildings […]
Curious how people in the past approached the constant threat of illness and disease? Wonder what living in Telluride and the United States was like during the 1918 influenza epidemic? Join the Telluride Historical Museum at the Lone Tree Cemetery to learn these answers and more!
Hear the tales and see the sights on this lively tour about town. Join longtime local, performer, and community historian Ashley Boling as he recounts the people, events, and buildings […]
Curious how people in the past approached the constant threat of illness and disease? Wonder what living in Telluride and the United States was like during the 1918 influenza epidemic? Join the Telluride Historical Museum at the Lone Tree Cemetery to learn these answers and more!
Hear the tales and see the sights on this lively tour about town. Join longtime local, performer, and community historian Ashley Boling as he recounts the people, events, and buildings […]
Curious how people in the past approached the constant threat of illness and disease? Wonder what living in Telluride and the United States was like during the 1918 influenza epidemic? Join the Telluride Historical Museum at the Lone Tree Cemetery to learn these answers and more!
Hear the tales and see the sights on this lively tour about town. Join longtime local, performer, and community historian Ashley Boling as he recounts the people, events, and buildings […]
Hike Into History with Telluride Historical Museum’s Executive Director Kiernan Lannon. This 2-3 hour hike will journey through the Ilium Valley. On the hike you will learn the history of this unique stretch outside of Telluride that includes Telluride’s AC power story, the Rio Grande Southern Railroad, details and location of Vance Junction, as well […]
Curious how people in the past approached the constant threat of illness and disease? Wonder what living in Telluride and the United States was like during the 1918 influenza epidemic? Join the Telluride Historical Museum at the Lone Tree Cemetery to learn these answers and more!
Hear the tales and see the sights on this lively tour about town. Join longtime local, performer, and community historian Ashley Boling as he recounts the people, events, and buildings […]
Curious how people in the past approached the constant threat of illness and disease? Wonder what living in Telluride and the United States was like during the 1918 influenza epidemic? Join the Telluride Historical Museum at the Lone Tree Cemetery to learn these answers and more!
Hear the tales and see the sights on this lively tour about town. Join longtime local, performer, and community historian Ashley Boling as he recounts the people, events, and buildings […]
The Telluride Historical Museum has collaborated with renowned fine art photographer Lindsey Ross to produce a rare series of limited edition prints created with a negative from the Museum’s collection. […]
Curious how people in the past approached the constant threat of illness and disease? Wonder what living in Telluride and the United States was like during the 1918 influenza epidemic? Join the Telluride Historical Museum at the Lone Tree Cemetery to learn these answers and more!
Hear the tales and see the sights on this lively tour about town. Join longtime local, performer, and community historian Ashley Boling as he recounts the people, events, and buildings […]
Take a hike up this classic trail with Rudy Davison and experience Bear Creek like you have never seen it before. You’ll weave through avalanche paths and explore the ruins of an old ore processing mill. The hike will begin at the Bear Creek trailhead and end at the bottom of the falls. You’ll learn […]
Hear the tales and see the sights on this lively tour about town. Join longtime local, performer, and community historian Ashley Boling as he recounts the people, events, and buildings […]
Hear the tales and see the sights on this lively tour about town. Join longtime local, performer, and community historian Ashley Boling as he recounts the people, events, and buildings […]
Lamplight cemetery tours are back for October. Don't miss this spooky tour!
Our last day of operations for the summer season is Saturday October, 17. Our tentative re-opening date is December 2. If you would like to visit the Museum before then, […]
Lamplight cemetery tours are back for October. Don't miss this spooky tour!
Lamplight cemetery tours are back for October. Don't miss this spooky tour!
Hear the tales and see the sights on this lively tour about town. Join longtime local, performer, and community historian Ashley Boling as he recounts the people, events, and buildings that make Telluride unique.
Hear the tales and see the sights on this lively tour about town. Join longtime local, performer, and community historian Ashley Boling as he recounts the people, events, and buildings that make Telluride unique.
Hear the tales and see the sights on this lively tour about town. Join longtime local, performer, and community historian Ashley Boling as he recounts the people, events, and buildings that make Telluride unique.
The Telluride Historical Museum has partnered with the Historic Architectural Review Commission (HARC) to offer complimentary tours of the historic Town of Telluride once a month throughout the summer. These walking tours will explore Telluride architecture and built environment highlighting which buildings have been preserved and how Telluride retains its charming character.
Hear the tales and see the sights on this lively tour about town. Join longtime local, performer, and community historian Ashley Boling as he recounts the people, events, and buildings that make Telluride unique.
Hear the tales and see the sights on this lively tour about town. Join longtime local, performer, and community historian Ashley Boling as he recounts the people, events, and buildings that make Telluride unique.