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Introducing the MWC’s Newest Vans: Ruthie and Bette

From the Director, Support•Posted March 12, 2019

Our 2019 Trips and Tours have just been significantly improved thanks to a wonderful donation from the Museum’s friend, Joyce Owens. Her gift has made it possible for the MWC […]

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Focus on Board Member Barbara Bowman

From the Director, Museums of Western Colorado•Posted January 4, 2019

Barbara was born and raised in Denver, Colorado and graduated from the University of Colorado with a B.S. in Recreation. She lived and worked in Germany for eight years and […]

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2018 Colorado Gives and the Year End Giving Campaign

From the Director, Support•Posted January 4, 2019

We are extremely pleased and thankful to everyone who supported the Museums of Western Colorado during 2018 Colorado Gives Day and the Year End Giving Campaign. At press time, we […]

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Thank you! 2018 Sponsors

From the Director, Support•Posted January 4, 2019

The Grand Valley’s community has been extremely supportive the Museums of Western Colorado over the years. This was no different in 2018. Sponsorships in particular are key to museum fulfilling […]

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Seeking Nominations for the MWC’s Annual Heritage Awards

From the Director, Museums of Western Colorado•Posted January 4, 2019

Nominations due January 31, 2019 Heritage Awards Ceremony, March 5, 2019 The Museums of Western Colorado’s (MWC) mission is to help the community preserve its heritage and tell its story. […]

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New Education and Volunteer Coordinator

From the Director, Museums of Western Colorado•Posted September 4, 2018

The Museums of Western Colorado (MWC) is proud to introduce our new Education and Volunteer Coordinator—Stephanie Lukowski It was a difficult choice with several very qualified candidates. We even had […]

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Upcoming Events

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June 1, 2023 @ 8:00 am - June 2, 2023 @ 3:30 pm

June 1st – 2nd Two Day Traildust Theropod Experience

Jun 7
8:00 am - 3:30 pm

June 7th Full Day Dig

Jun 19
8:00 am - 3:30 pm

June 19th Full Day Dig

Jun 21
8:00 am - 3:30 pm

June 21st Full Day Dig

Jun 22
8:00 am - 3:00 pm

June 22nd Full Day Paleo Lab Adventure

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