TELLURIDE HISTORICAL MUSEUM

TELLURIDE, CO

Million Dollar Highway, US 550, San Juan Mountains, CO
Credit: wonder_al

The Telluride Historical Museum in Telluride, Colorado, is a fascinating journey through the history of the area. Located in the heart of the small town, the museum is housed in a historic building and contains a wealth of artifacts, photographs, and stories about the area. Established in 1972, the museum’s collection began with donations from local residents and continues to grow.

The museum houses a variety of permanent exhibits, each highlighting a different aspect of the region’s past. For example, the “Early Telluride” exhibit features photographs and artifacts from the town’s mining days, while the “Artists and Writers” exhibit showcases the many creative figures who have called Telluride home. Other exhibits explore the history of skiing in Telluride and the area’s Native American heritage.

In addition to the permanent exhibits, the museum hosts a variety of special events throughout the year. These include lectures, film screenings, and interactive events for children. The museum’s library contains a selection of books, newspapers, and other resources about the region, and visitors can peruse the museum’s gift shop for souvenirs and other items.

The Telluride Historical Museum is a wonderful way to explore the area’s rich history. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, this museum provides a fascinating glimpse into the past of this beautiful mountain town.

TELLURIDE HISTORICAL MUSEUM is a History Museum in TELLURIDE CO. US MID #8400800486

The museum is classed as HST (History Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mount Plains (Colorado, Kansas, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 315,847 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

Million Dollar Highway, US 550, San Juan Mountains, CO
Million Dollar Highway, US 550, San Juan Mountains, CO
Million Dollar Highway, US 550, San Juan Mountains, CO
Molas Pass US 550, San Juan Mountains, CO
American Basin in fall Fall colors in American Basin, Colorado
Lakeside view A view of Sloan Lake, near Handies Peak
Colorado's Million Dollar Highway In August 1981, we drove the Million Dollar Highway in southwestern Colorado, round-trip, from Durango to Ouray. The scenery was spectacular, but the winding road was a little unnerving for a flat lander. The picture shows an area where there may have been surface mining and subsequent landslides. A tunnel ahead.
American Basin View of the San Juan Mountains from the American Basin Trailhead
Colorado's San Juan Mountains San Juan Mountains, viewed from the trail to the summit of Handies Peak
Million Dollar Highway, US 550, San Juan Mountains, CO
Million Dollar Highway, US 550, San Juan Mountains, CO
Molas Pass, Colorado Early fall colors in Molas Pass

Contact TELLURIDE HISTORICAL MUSEUM

TELLURIDE HISTORICAL MUSEUM INC
PO BOX 1597
TELLURIDE
CO
81435-1597

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TELLURIDE HISTORICAL MUSEUM Information

MID # 8400800486
Name TELLURIDE HISTORICAL MUSEUM INC
Alternate Name TELLURIDE HISTORICAL MUSEUM
Classification History Museums, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 841034023
NTEECC A54
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 339,918
REVENUE 315,847
LAT/LONG 37.935259, -107.846931
CODES FIPS State Code: 08
FIPS County Code: 113
US Census Tract: 968102
US Census Block: 1006