Museums
BUCKSKIN JOE FRONTIER TOWN - CANON CITY- This
town was once a movie set for many westerns. Antiques
dating back to the 1800’s help retain its charm
and authenticity.
719-275-5149
CARRIAGE
MUSEUM - The Carriage Museum was built in 1941 by
Julie Penrose to display the many carriages that Spencer
Penrose collected during his lifetime. Three dozen horse-drawn
and horseless carriages are on display. Open 7 days a
week – free admission.
CLIFF DWELLINGS MUSEUM - MANITOU SPRINGS - Prehistoric
Indian ruins (1,100-1,300 A.D.) Museums displaying
prehistoric artifacts, retail stores, Native American
dance performances (June, July and August.) Open
year 'round. 719-685-5242 or 719-685-5394
or 1-800-354-9971
COLORADO
SPRINGS FINE ARTS CENTER - COLORADO SPRINGS
- Enjoy a unique opportunity to examine Native
American and Hispanic art side-by-side with a sophisticated
collection of paintings, sculptures and graphics from
local and modern masters. 719-634-5581
FIRE
APPARATUS MUSEUM - Home to Dr. Lester L. Williams’
life-long collection of fire memorabilia. On display are
apparatus, equipment, books, and photos including many
one-of-a-kind items and numerous items that are priceless
in the history of the Colorado Springs community. Open
daily 8-5 or by appointment.
719-385-7202
FOSSIL
BEDS NATIONAL MONUMENT - FLORISSANT -
- A beautiful mountain valley just west of Pikes Peak
holds spectacular remnants of the earth's prehistoric
life. Huge petrified redwoods and incredibly detailed
fossils of ancient insects and plants reveal a very different
Colorado of long ago. 719-748-3253
GARDEN OF THE GODS VISITORS CENTER - COLORADO
SPRINGS - Free museum of natural history and exhibits.
12-minute show - "How Did Those Red Rocks Get There?",
$2 adults, $1 children. Three shops & cafe.
Allow an hour. 719-634-6666.
GHOST TOWN MUSEUM - COLORADO SPRINGS - Journey
back 100 years at this 1800's old west town. Explore,
building-by-building, thousands of artifacts. Fun
for the entire family. Gold panning and shopping.
719-634-0696.
MAY NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM - COLORADO SPRINGS - Open
May 1-Sept 30: 9am-6pm. Open in April for groups by reservation.
Adult: $4.50. Child 12 and under: $2.50. Under 6 free
with Adult. Senior Citizen: $3.50. Call for group rates.
719-576-0450 or 1-800-666-3841
MIRAMONT CASTLE - MANITOU SPRINGS - Memorial Day
- Labor Day: 10am to 5pm. Sept.-Dec.: 11am to 4pm. Jan.-April:
12pm to 3pm. April to Memorial Day: 11am to 4pm. Adult:
$5.00; 60+: $3.50; Child (6-11): $1.00; 5 and under are
free. Closed Mondays. 719-685-1011 or 1-888-685-1011
MOTORCYCLE MUSEUM - MANITOU
SPRINGS - Located at Pikes Peak Harley Davidson on N.
Nevada, the Rocky Mountain Motorcycle Museum and Hall
of Fame houses many different makes and models of the
motorcycle. Open 10am to 7 pm Monday thru Saturday.
719-487-8005
NUMISMATIC
MUSEUM - Located on the Colorado College campus, the
American Numismatic Association Museum is home to many
rare coins. Free admission. Open 7 days a week.
719-632-2646
PIONEER
MUSEUM – The municipal museum of Colorado Springs
is located in the original El Paso County courthouse.
The museum has 40,000 objects in its collection. On exhibit
is history of the Pikes Peak region as well as Native
American culture and art. FREE and open to the public,
Tuesday through Saturday from 10 to 5.
(719) 385-5990
PRO-RODEO
HALL OF CHAMPIONS - The Museum of the American Cowboy
features clothing equipment, and artifacts commonly used
by the wranglers of long ago. Great western art adorns
the walls. Open daily 9 to 5.
719-528-4764
ROCK LEDGE RANCH HISTORIC SITE- COLORADO SPRINGS
- Living History Museum illustrating 4 historical periods
in the life of the Pikes Peak Region: American Indian
encampment, 1860's Homestead, 1880's Farm, and 1907 Estate.
Call for hours and prices. 719-578-6777
US FIGURE SKATING ASSOCIATION
HALL OF FAME - An international center dedicated to preserving
and honouring the art, history and accomplishments of
figure skating and figure skaters. Exhibits from the beginnings
of ice-skating to the present are on display. Featuring
artifacts from the champions and the finest collections
of skating art.
719-635-5200
WESTERN MUSEUM OF MINING
AND INDUSTRY – The museum that works! Explore 4,000
mining collectibles including steam engines, drills, and
pumps in actual operation. Pan for gold or explore the
acres of rolling hills, trees, meadows, streams, and beaver
ponds. Open Monday thru Saturday 9 to 4. 719-488-0880
