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Agricultural Heritage Center: Farming at the turn of the 20th century. 8348 Ute Highway 66, west of Longmont, open through October, 303-776-8848 James F. Bailey Assay Office Museum: Site where prospectors brought ore samples to see if they had struck it rich. 6352 Fourmile Canyon Drive, west of Boulder, open through October, 303-776-8848 BOULDER HISTORY MUSEUM This museum is full of local artifacts, like the publisher’s desk from the 1890 Daily Camera and an early 1900s kitchen, complete with hand-powered vacuum. “Growing Seasons” runs through June 8, the same day the museum celebrates SummerFest, with activities for the whole family from noon-4pm. A new exhibit, “Attic to Artifacts,” opens June 23. On the first Sunday of each month, Sunday Sundaes offers free ice cream and free admission. The new children’s Discovery Room features hands-on activities and interactive exhibits geared to ages 4-10. BOULDER MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART (BMoCA) Through Sept. 5, BMoCA presents “About Us,” curated by Mark Addison. Exhibit pieces pack BMoCA, and are also on display at sites across Boulder. Stop in on Saturdays at 11am during the summer for free docent tours. See website for locations and information on public programs.
BRADFORD WASHBURN AMERICAN MOUNTAINEERING MUSEUM Opened in February 2008, BWAMM is the only museum in the United States dedicated to the heroism, technology, culture and spirit of mountaineering. Exhibits introduce visitors to the world of mountain and rock climbing and honor the achievements of mountaineers from America and around the world. Other exhibits deal with climate, science, cultures and the humanities as they relate to mountains. CARNEGIE BRANCH LIBRARY FOR LOCAL HISTORY Boulder’s original library building houses historic Boulder County photographs and manuscripts. COLORADO HISTORY MUSEUM In addition to excellent permanent exhibits, the museum presents the artifacts, photos and oral histories of the “Italians of Denver,” through July. CU ART MUSEUM Located in the University of Colorado’s original building, the Heritage Center preserves CU history in seven themed rooms, including the Architecture Gallery, the Distinguished Alumni Gallery, the President’s Room, and CU in Space. CU HERITAGE CENTER Located in the University of Colorado’s original building, the Heritage Center preserves CU history in seven themed rooms, including the Architecture Gallery, the Distinguished Alumni Gallery, the President’s Room, and CU in Space. CU MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY The museum is the premier natural history resource in the Rocky Mountain region. The building houses millions of geology, archaeology, paleontology and zoology specimens, five galleries, a nature photography section, and more.
DENVER ART MUSEUM DAM makes its fabulous array of art and artists available to everyone with First Free Saturdays, offering free general admission to Colorado residents on the first Saturday of the month. You can also join the “Untitled” party on the last Friday of the month (excluding December) and enjoy art, music, performances and refreshments from 6-10pm. Call or check the website for information on lectures, tours, family activities, films and more.
Through June 8, see “Gold,” the largest collection of gold ever to be exhibited. Then, through Nov. 8, experience “Extreme Ice,” stunning photographs and dramatic videos that present evidence of global climate change. The museum’s regular exhibits focus on anthropology, geology, health sciences, paleontology, space science and zoology. DOUGHERTY MUSEUM A collection of beautifully restored antique automobiles, including a 1915 Stanley Steamer, plus phonographs invented by Thomas Edison, antique musical instruments, and 19th-century farm equipment. ESTES PARK MUSEUM From the first native inhabitants to the early explorers in the mid-19th century, the Estes Park area has seen its share of heroes and villains. The museum weaves the tales of these local historical characters in presentations and exhibits. Through March 1, 2009, see “Before Estes: Evidence of the Native American.” Check website for special events like lectures and area tours. GOLDEN OLDY CYCLERY The owner of this museum has re-enacted Thomas Stevens’s 1885 ride, on a Penny-Farthing bicycle, from Liverpool to Tehran. Displays include more than 60 classic bicycles and 70 recorded readings of Victorian cycling poetry. The expanded library now houses over 120,000 pages of pre-1900 cycling journals. Open by appointment. GOLDEN PIONEER MUSEUM Since 1939, this museum has been the repository of all things Golden, from Native American artifacts to antique musical instruments, vintage clothing and more. LAFAYETTE MINERS' MUSEUM Refurbished 1890s coal miner’s home with displays of mining equipment and period household items. LEANIN' TREE MUSEUM OF WESTERN ART Some 250 paintings and 150 bronze sculptures make this museum one of the world’s largest private collections of contemporary Western American art. Don’t miss the sculpture garden. LONGMONT MUSEUM & CULTURAL CENTER An outdoor courtyard and four exhibit spaces encourage visitors to explore Longmont’s history and culture, including the achievements of Vance Brand, an Apollo astronaut and Longmont native. Be sure to explore the new permanent history exhibit that spans 14,000 years of Longmont and Front Range history.
LOUISVILLE HISTORICAL MUSEUM Three historic buildings house this museum and its collection of coal-mining artifacts and old photographs. The smallest building re-creates a miner’s home. The museum currently features the exhibit “Remembering the Monarch Mine Explosion of 1936.” Also pick up a map of the Louisville Downtown Historical Walking Tour. LOVELAND MUSEUM & GALLERY The 4,000-square-foot gallery hosts regional, national and international exhibitions, including world-class permanent local history displays. LYONS REDSTONE MUSEUM Gift shop and regional genealogy displays, housed in an 1881 redstone schoolhouse. Open daily through September. ROCKY MOUNTAIN QUILT MUSEUM A museum dedicated to the art of quiltmaking and quilt preservation, RMQM continues to expand its permanent collection of quilts. The museum presents 10 exhibits a year, highlighting different styles, histories or themes. WOW! (WORLD OF WONDER) MUSEUM Interactive science and art exhibits, classes, performances and workshops for children and their families.
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