History Colorado Center
Called “the first great history museum of the 21st century” by Harold Closter of the Smithsonian, the History Colorado Center is conveniently located in Denver’s Golden Triangle Creative District. The state’s beautiful flagship museum features more than 40,000 square feet of interactive exhibits for all ages, plus shopping and dining. The Office of Archaeology & Historic Preservation, the State Historical Fund, and the Stephen H. Hart Research Center also call History Colorado Center home.
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Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Day and New Year's Day
"Too many historical exhibits pose everything as how it was. I appreciated how everything was continually linked to our daily lives and the Colorado we know now. For a large building the information does not seem overly dense or overwhelming. Really something for everyone from period actors, to videos, interactive displays, and special monthly events. This should be on anyone's Denver must see list." - reviewer on Google
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Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Day and New Year's Day
"Too many historical exhibits pose everything as how it was. I appreciated how everything was continually linked to our daily lives and the Colorado we know now. For a large building the information does not seem overly dense or overwhelming. Really something for everyone from period actors, to videos, interactive displays, and special monthly events. This should be on anyone's Denver must see list." - reviewer on Google
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Featured Events
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Friday, October 18, 2019 | 10:30AM — 4:00PMMembers-Only Preview: What's Your Story?
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Saturday, October 19, 2019 | 9:30AM — 4:00PMPara Mi Pueblo: Chicano Murals of Colorado Conference
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Monday, October 21, 2019 | 1:00PM — 2:00PM140 Years of History Colorado
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Monday, October 21, 2019 | 7:00PM — 8:00PM
140 Years of History Colorado
Click here for more info about Field Trips and School Programs (Field Trip Request Form / Out of School Field Trip Form)
Find out about accessibility, group rates, discounts, and other FAQs here.
Dining Options
Café Rendezvous is located just off the main lobby. We offer hot entrees, fresh salads and soups, traditional grill favorites, hot sandwiches, kids' meals, and vegetarian and gluten-free options. You can download the menu here, place your order online here, or call 303-866-3531.
Shopping
Buy regional foods and crafts, books on Colorado and western history, and Colorado souvenirs at the gift shop. The gift shop can be reached at 303-866-4241.
Accessible
Our facility is accessible. Wheelchairs are available for checkout at the front desk. Learn more about accessibility here.
Rentals Available
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Parking
Covered parking is available a block away at the Cultural Center Complex Garage (enter from 12th Avenue between Broadway and Acoma). Parking is NOT available in the covered lot right next to the museum. We recommend booking convenient and affordable parking in advance through SpotHero by visiting the History Colorado Center SpotHero Parking Page and/or downloading the SpotHero app. You can also sign up for Lyft here and use the code HISTORYCO to receive $5 off three rides.
Public Transportation
Buses stop regularly on both Lincoln and Broadway.