WOMEN OF WEST MUSEUM

BOULDER, CO

The Women of the West Museum is a small museum located in Boulder, Colorado, dedicated to preserving the history and stories of the women who helped shape the American West. The museum was founded in 1974 by a group of women who recognized the need for a space to showcase the contributions of women in the West, as their stories were often overlooked in traditional history books.

The museum features exhibits that highlight the lives and experiences of women from a variety of backgrounds, including Native American women, homesteaders, ranchers, and miners. Visitors can explore displays of historic artifacts, photographs, and artwork that showcase the challenges and triumphs of women in the West.

One of the museum's most prominent exhibits is a replica of a log cabin, which gives visitors a glimpse into what life was like for pioneer women in the 1800s. The museum also offers a variety of educational programs and events, including lectures, workshops, and guided tours.

Overall, the Women of the West Museum is a fascinating and important tribute to the many women who played a vital role in shaping the history of the American West.

WOMEN OF WEST MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in BOULDER CO. US MID #8400800527

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General 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).

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• telephone: 3034999110

WOMEN OF WEST MUSEUM
250 BRISTLECONE WAY
BOULDER
CO
80304-0413

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