History & Museums
Explore the History & Culture of Grand County, Colorado and discover the spirit of those who came before us. From Native Americans to the Pioneers to Homesteaders to Ski Industry Founders, the heritage of Grand County is rich and storied.
County/Town History
The Territory of Colorado established Grand County in February 1874, taking its name from Grand Lake and Grand River (now known as the Colorado River); therefore becoming a county two years before Colorado became an official state.
read moreCozens Ranch Museum and Stage Shop
Cozens Ranch Museum and Stage Shop brings to life pioneer times of the late 1800s at the first homestead of the Fraser Valley.
read moreEmily Warner Field Aviation Museum
The Emily Warner Field Aviation Museum opened in July 2015. Located in a room of the former Rocky Mountain Airways airline terminal of Granby/Grand County Airport, the museum’s displays, photographs and artifacts tell the fascinating story of flying in Grand County. One exhibit in the small, free museum is the Granby Airport Pioneers Wall of Fame.
read moreGrand County Historical Society
Learn more about Grand County's unique and surprising past that the Grand County Historical Association has perserved for you.
read moreHeadwaters River Journey
Headwaters River Journey, a state-of-the-art interactive museum, invites visitors to discover the wonder of Colorado’s rivers and to become more aware of the critical role the headwaters play in our environment, economy, and Colorado lifestyle.
read moreHistory of Water
Grand County has a rich water history and some of the most interesting water attractions in the state. These attractions have helped to shape the growth and development of Colorado and the Front Range.
read moreKauffman House Museum
The only remaining log hotel built before the 1900's, and now serves as a museum in downtown Grand Lake.
read moreKremmling Heritage Park
The Heritage Park complex located in historic Kremmling, Colorado provides a window into the past life of early Grand County ranchers.
read moreMoffat Road Railroad Museum
Visit the Moffat Road Railroad Museum in Granby, Colorado for a unique and popular museum featuring 1905 Passenger Car, the 1915 era railroad hand-cart shed from Hot Sulphur Springs, and a 1923 all wood, red UP caboose.
read morePioneer Village Museum
Located in Hot Sulphur Springs, visit the Pioneer Village Museum to see early day tools, clothing and old west artifacts on display.
read moreTheatres
From live theatre to family friendly movies, take in the culture of Grand County.
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