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Colorado Historic Areas, Museums & Products Directory

Explore our Directory, and research the ghost towns that continue to stand in the face of modern day. Find out where the museums are, when historic festivals take place, or discover the secret history of some of the most famous places in Colorado. Come recapture the Wild West and take memories home that will inspire tales to children for decades to come.

Buena Vista

Buena Vista Heritage Museum & Model Railroad - 511 East Main Street; P.O. Box 1414; Buena Vista, CO; 81211
phone: 719-395-8458 Map this Location
Located in Old Chaffee County Courthouse, museum has history of area, including huge model railroad.

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Leadville

Leadville, Colorado Historic Walking Tour -
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Leadville contains one of Colorado's largest National Historic Landmark District, consisting of over 70 square blocks, which was designated by Congress in 1966. It’s a beautiful and interesting area for a short walk anytime of year. This virtual tour is a brief peek into the history of some of the district’s more interesting buildings.

National Mining Hall of Fame & Museum
National Mining Hall of Fame & Museum - P.O. Box 981; Leadville, CO; 80461
phone: 719-486-1229; fax: 719-486-3927
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A monument to the men and women who pioneered the discovery, development and processing of our nation's natural resources. Mining's colorful history is showcased throughout the facility, which is the only federally-chartered non-profit national mining museum. Called the ‘Smithsonian of the Rockies’, the exhibits are numerous and fascinating.

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St. Elmo

St. Elmo General Store - 25865 County Road 162; P.O. Box 158; Nathrop, CO; 81236
phone: 719-395-2117 or 4773
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Includes a section with history on the ghost town of St. Elmo and its surviving buildings.

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