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Juneteenth and Early Black Settlers in Colorado

History, In the Community, Museum of the West•Posted June 20, 2022
Black and white portrait of Ellen and William Austin

Written By: Christine Westermire – Museum Educator Even though Juneteenth was made a federal holiday on June 17, 2021, by President Biden, it has been an important holiday to African […]

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Guess Who’s Coming to Chautauqua?

History, In the Community, Museums of Western Colorado•Posted July 1, 2019

It’s almost time for our 2019 Chautauqua! We have a new name – History Alive! Colorado West Chautauqua. We also have a new logo.  Most importantly, we have a great […]

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MWC’s Diner’s Club

In the Community, Museums of Western Colorado, Support•Posted March 12, 2019

Citrolas Italian Grill is showing their appreciation to the Museums of Western Colorado with a wonderful offer to our MWC members. Enjoy some of their delightful Italian cuisine, show your MWC […]

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Teacher Professional Development at Museum of the West

Education, In the Community, Museums of Western Colorado•Posted March 12, 2019

The Education Coordinator for Museums of Western Colorado has been working with School District 51 K-12 Social Studies Curriculum and Learning Design Specialist, Jessica Miley, to host teacher professional development […]

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2019 Museums of Western Colorado Heritage Award Winners

In the Community, Museums of Western Colorado, Support•Posted March 12, 2019

[metaslider id=10138]The Museums of Western Colorado’s (MWC) mission is to help the community preserve its heritage and tell its story. However, this is a huge undertaking. For this reason, the […]

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Museum Day 2018

Dinosaur Journey Museum, In the Community, Museum of the West, Museums of Western Colorado•Posted August 15, 2018

For the second year, we are excited to be part of Smithsonian magazine’s annual program, Museum Day! Museum Day is an annual celebration of boundless curiosity hosted by Smithsonian magazine. […]

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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
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June 21st Full Day Dig

Jun 22
8:00 am - 3:00 pm

June 22nd Full Day Paleo Lab Adventure

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