
Support that fits your life. Ready to join other passionate, engaged supporters helping fuel a love of history? Explore our many membership levels—Individual, Dual, Family & Friends, and Explorer—which include a variety of core benefits. Or give the gift of membership to the history buff in your life.
- Unlimited admission to all History Colorado museums (1-6 people)
- Discounts to programs, events, camps, cafe, and gift shops
- Invites to History Colorado Center exhibition openings
- Subscription to our weekly digest, monthly member E-blast, and member greeting
- Reciprocal admission and benefits at over 400 museums nationwide (Time Travelers)
Not sure which membership is right for you? Click here to view the Membership Benefits Table.

Individual
Benefits include: All core benefits for 1 person + 1 adult Georgetown Loop Railroad ® pass, and a subscription to The Colorado Magazine.

Dual
Benefits include: All core benefits for 2 people + 2 adult Georgetown Loop Railroad ® passes, and a subscription to The Colorado Magazine.

Family & Friends
Benefits include: All core benefits for up to 6 people + 4 adult Georgetown Loop Railroad ® passes, and a subscription to The Colorado Magazine.
Get even more...
...by upgrading to our Explorer Membership, which includes all core benefits, PLUS:
- Free admission to our museums for 8 people
- Smithsonian Affiliate Membership which includes:
- Subscription to the Smithsonian magazine & VIP Smithsonian Newsletter
- Personalized Smithsonian Affiliate membership card
- Discounts on cafe dining at Smithsonian Museums in DC
Frequently Asked Questions
- When will I receive my membership materials?
Please allow 7 to 10 business days for us to process your membership and mail your materials. We email members on Friday with their digital membership card and Georgetown Loop Redemption Codes. If you visit any History Colorado museum in the meantime, just check in at the front desk. If you haven’t received your card and materials after 10 business days, please contact us at 303-866-3639 Monday through Friday 10 AM to 5 PM or email membership@state.co.us.
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How do I make reservations for the Georgetown Loop Railroad®?
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We’ve made it easier for you! Now with your Redemption Codes you can reserve your tickets online by clicking here. If you’d like to reserve over the phone, please call the Georgetown Loop Railroad directly at 1-888-456-6777 to make reservations. You will need your membership number and redemption code(s) when calling.
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I saw that it takes 7-10 business days to process membership, but I want to go to Georgetown Loop Railroad sooner. What should I do?
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Georgetown Loop requires reservations in advance. If you want to get your tickets sooner, we recommend calling Georgetown Loop Railroad at 1-888-456-6777 to buy your membership and make your reservation at the same time.
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Please note that if you buy at Georgetown Loop Railroad, discounts don't apply, including this deal.
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If I want to visit one of your locations before I receive my digital member card, what do I do?
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If you purchased your membership online, you can show any of our front desk staff your confirmation email. If you bought over the phone or through the mail, you can still check in at the front desk at any of our museums for entry and they will look you up in our system.
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Can I purchase a membership as a gift?
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Yes! Just click "Give this membership as a gift" next to the level that you would like to purchase.
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More questions?
- Check out our full FAQ page by clicking here.
- Or reach out! You can contact us by email at membership@state.co.us or by phone at 303-866-3639.
- Interested in learning more about History Colorado museums? Click here!