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Visit all 5 of our locations.
Visit All of Our Locations
Hours, location and pricing of all 5 of our locations.
Museum of the West
Want to find out more about the real "Wild West?" The Museum of the West offers a thousand years of history that can be experienced. Ute Indians, a Pastime saloon, Uranium mine, Fire Truck and more
W.I.T. - Western Investigation Team
Learn what the Western Investigation Team (W.I.T.) has been up to.
Dinosaur Journey
Our museum features the latest exhibits and information about dinosaurs of western Colorado, eastern Utah and surrounding areas, realistic robotic dinosaurs and a working paleontology laboratory.
National Fossil Day
National Fossil Day is a celebration organized to promote public awareness and stewardship of fossils, as well as to foster a greater appreciation of their scientific and educational value.
Cross Orchards
Step back in time and imagine what it was like to live as a Grand Valley pioneer in the early 1900s. Our facilities can also be rented for weddings, family reunions, corporate meetings and parties and other events.
History of Cross Orchards
Step back in time and imagine what it was like to live as a Grand Valley pioneer in the early 1900s. Our facilities can also be rented for weddings, family reunions, corporate meetings and parties and other events.
Two Rivers Chautauqua
Join us at Cross Orchards Historic Site for the Annual Two Rivers Chautauqua event!
Uintah Caboose Restoration
Loyd Files Research Library
We offer life-long learners of all ages access to primary sources of information about the region's cultural and natural history. The Loyd Files Research Library collects photographs, one-of-a-kind manuscripts, maps, city directories, high school annuals, and rare books.
Oral History Program
Our Oral History Program features a different speaker each month. Bring your lunch and join us!
Whitman Educational Center
This 1925 vintage building, now headquarters for the Museum of Western Colorado's education department, was built as the Whitman School. It housed the Museum when it opened in 1966, and the Regional History Museum until 1999.
Cultural Heritage Touring Exhibit
Harvest of Heritage, Colorado Masterpieces: Celebrating Agricultural Life and Art is a touring exhibit honoring over two dozen of Colorado's master traditional artists.

Information Center
Location, hours and pricing for all Museum of Western Colorado museum locations. Visit us today.
Locations, Hours and Pricing
Location, hours and pricing for all Museum of Western Colorado museum locations. Visit us today.
Our Staff
Contact a member of our Staff.
Newsletters
Find out what's happening at the Museum of Western Colorado with our quarterly newsletters.
Trips and Tours
Join us on our adventures - local, regional and international trips are now being scheduled.
Related Links
Recommended Links
Media Center
View our media center for downloads.
2010 Board of Directors
The Museum of Western Colorado's current board of directors, 2010.
Facility Rentals
We have a variety of rental facilities available for public or private use.

Dino Digs
The Museum of Western Colorado offers half-day, one-day, and three-day digs in western Colorado, as well as a five-day digs in Utah. These quarries contain dinosaurs such as Apatosaurus (Brontosaurus), Camarasaurus and Allosaurus.
What's it like in the quarry?
video of quarry
Plan Your Dig
Plan your dig in Western Colorado or Utah today. All programs are for ages 5 and older.
Digging Schedule
Dig for dinosaurs and search for new bones and tracks in the colorful, 150-million-year-old badlands of the Morrison Formation.
All About Dinosaurs
Facts all about Dinosaurs.
Fun Dino Facts
Learn Fun Facts all about Dinosaurs.
Snowmass Jacket Pull
Slideshow of jacket pull from Snowmass

Programs and Events
View our Calendar for all upcoming events.
Trips and Tours
Join us on our adventures - local, regional and international trips are now being scheduled.
Two Rivers Chautauqua
Join us at Cross Orchards Historic Site for Two Rivers Chautauqua event!
2010 Chautauqua
2010 Chautaqua will present the American Civil War.
Chautauqua Schedule - Friday
Our 2010 Two Rivers Chautauqua schedule is available.
Chautauqua Schedule - Saturday
Our 2010 Two Rivers Chautauqua schedule is available online.
In the Classroom
Find out how to involve the Chautauqua program in your school.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Please help us to bring history to life by being a part of Two Rivers Chautauqua!
After Hours Tours
Special Friday evening tours - Behind-the-scenes Tours of the Museum of the West and Dinosaur Journey or, during warmer months, Historic Downtown Grand Junction Tours
National Fossil Day
National Fossil Day is a celebration organized to promote public awareness and stewardship of fossils, as well as to foster a greater appreciation of their scientific and educational value.
Event Registration
Volunteer Opportunities
We have lot of volunteer opportunities, serve with your talent, time and energy!
Facility Rentals
We have a variety of rental facilities available for public or private use.

Learn
As the Museum receives new information, photographs, and funding, our goal is to maintain a dynamic and ever-changing site.
Geology of the Grand Valley
Learn about the geologic events that shaped the Grand Valley.
Paleontology of the Grand Valley
Learn about the dinosaurs and other creatures that roamed the Grand Valley millions of years ago.
All About Dinosaurs
Facts all about Dinosaurs.
Dinosaur Hill
Find out what and where Dinosaur Hill is and what Elmer Riggs found here.
Riggs Hill
Learn about Riggs Hill, its namesake Elmer Riggs, and the dinosaurs he discovered here.
History of the Grand Valley
The Grand Valley is a beautiful and vibrant area that provides wonderful learning opportunities.
Grand Junction History
The Grand Valley is a beautiful and vibrant area that provides wonderful learning opportunities.
Fruita History
Learn more about Fruita, Colorado's history.
Palisade History
Learn more about Palisade, Colorado's history.
Alferd Packer
Solving the American West's Greatest Mystery
Loyd Files Research Library
We offer life-long learners of all ages access to primary sources of information about the region's cultural and natural history. The Loyd Files Research Library collects photographs, one-of-a-kind manuscripts, maps, city directories, high school annuals, and rare books.
Oral HIstory Program
Our Oral History Program features a different speaker each month. Bring your lunch and join us!
Bibliography
Selected Mesa County Bibliography.
Downtown Grand Junction Geocache Program

Shop Online
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Educator Resources
The Museum's educational goal is to inspire students of all ages to develop and extend their awareness, appreciation and understanding of western Colorado.
School Programs
Artifacts, slides, models and maps are used to involve students in interactive learning.
Dinosaur Journey
A great diversity of dinosaurs has been discovered right here in western Colorado and our Museum is located right in the heart of it.
Cross Orchards
Experience a time gone by on the restored grounds, once a part of the Red Cross Land and Fruit Company.
Museum, Sterling and Loyd
Discover the vast and exciting history of Grand Junction from before 1900 to present day.
Re-Enactors' Day 2010
2010 Re-Enactors' Day is filled with educational fun for school groups.
Loyd Files Research Library
We offer life-long learners of all ages access to primary sources of information about the region's cultural and natural history. The Loyd Files Research Library collects photographs, one-of-a-kind manuscripts, maps, city directories, high school annuals, and rare books.

Support the Museum
Join the Museum Today!
Volunteer Opportunities
We have lot of volunteer opportunities, serve with your talent, time and energy!
Make A Donation
Every little bit helps!
Membership
Join the Museum and receive numerous benefits while supporting our educational mission.
Our Generous Donors
Thank you to our generous donors.

Contact Us
We'd love to hear from you. Please use our convenient contact form to pose your questions.
Visit all Of Our Locations
Hours, location and pricing of all 5 of our locations.

Locations, Hours and Pricing
Location, hours and pricing for all Museum of Western Colorado museum locations. Visit us today.
Visit all Of Our Locations
Hours, location and pricing of all 5 of our locations.

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