At History Colorado, we believe in making Colorado’s history accessible and in creating opportunities that connect people to Colorado and our past to cultivate an informed future. We are Colorado!

Established in 1879, History Colorado is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization and an agency of the State of Colorado under the Department of Higher Education. We are the trusted leader in helping people understand what it means to be a Coloradan—by sharing powerful stories, honoring our state’s treasured memories, and creating vibrant communities.

Membership provides a full year of unlimited access and other valuable benefits to all eight History Colorado museums plus annual tickets to the Georgetown Loop Railroad®. Please consider becoming a member, giving the gift of membership, or renewing your membership. Experience interesting and interactive exhibits, educational and entertaining programs and lectures, and support the museum’s mission of inspiring wonder in our past.

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History Colorado is rooted in Colorado’s communities. Across our 11 museums and sites, we share the human stories and experiences unique to this state. We are Colorado! ¡Somos Colorado! 

Your support is essential to strengthening our statewide work in exhibitions, collections, educational offerings—like Hands-On History, speaker series, research services, and Preservation Programs.

Today you can champion our obligation to the state and the people of Colorado, to preserve and share everything there is to know about our state history. Consider making a gift to History Colorado to help us bring history to life and share Colorado’s diverse stories. Your support has the power to transform lives and strengthen communities across the state—now and for future generations.

Every donation makes a difference. Thank you; we couldn’t put history into action without you!

The volunteers of History Colorado are an important and dedicated group crucial to our operations. Volunteers play an important role in helping to tell Colorado’s story. Whether it’s greeting visitors at one of our many Community Museums, working behind the scenes of a new exhibit at the History Colorado Center, or inspiring school kids to explore our state's history, we have a variety of opportunities to use your special skills to bring Colorado’s history to life.

History Colorado is committed to providing hands-on learning and career experience through our internship program. Interns have the opportunity to work closely with museum professionals on a variety of projects to gain practical training in museum work.

History Colorado is an Equal Opportunity employer and has both State of Colorado Classified job positions and Non-classified job positions. We also have unpaid internship opportunities.

For job opportunities at other State agencies throughout the state, visit the Colorado Department of Personnel and Administration Job Announcements.

At History Colorado we strive to be a place of belonging for all Coloradans of all backgrounds, and to serve as a platform for community connection and co-creation. We know we’re succeeding when more voices, perspectives and experiences are part of the work we do, whether it's building exhibits, hosting events, providing resources for educators, or acting as the custodians of our state's history. 

We invite you to join us!