Welcome to Grand County Historical Association!

Grand County Historical Association (GCHA) operates four museums located in Grand County, Colorado: the Cozens Ranch Museum, the Emily Warner Field and Aviation Museum, Heritage Park, and Pioneer Village.

Established in 1974 following in the footsteps of the Grand County Pioneer Society, GCHA is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that was created to bring together people interested in history and to preserve the history, historical artifacts, and historical buildings in Grand County.

 

 

Featured Events

GCHA hosts a variety of events throughout the year, from exhibit openings, author talks, history treks, kids programs, special museum events and fundraisers like the annual Taste of History.

Be sure to subscribe to our Email Newsletter to get the latest updates about what’s happening. Visit the Events page for a complete listing of scheduled events. 

 

 

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Events

Dec
15
Fri
4:00 pm Laura Chappell Art Reception @ Cozens Ranch Museum
Laura Chappell Art Reception @ Cozens Ranch Museum
Dec 15 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Laura Chappell Art Reception @ Cozens Ranch Museum
Join us in celebrating Cozens Ranch December artist Laura Chappell. Her work will be on display in the museum all month long but take the chance to meet the artist herself and enjoy light refreshments[...]
Dec
16
Sat
11:30 am Holiday Happenings @ Cozens Ranch Museum
Holiday Happenings @ Cozens Ranch Museum
Dec 16 @ 11:30 am – 3:00 pm
Holiday Happenings @ Cozens Ranch Museum
Join us for our annual holiday celebration at Cozens Ranch Museum! Come decorate cookies, write a letter to Santa, make your own holiday keepsake, and meet Santa! Santa will be flying in at 1pm! This[...]
Jan
20
Sat
4:00 pm Volunteer Happy Hour @ Cozens Ranch Museum
Volunteer Happy Hour @ Cozens Ranch Museum
Jan 20 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Volunteer Happy Hour @ Cozens Ranch Museum
Looking to get involved with local history? GCHA is always in need of volunteers and we want to share with you all the amazing ways you can lend a helping hand around the museums! Join[...]
Jan
26
Fri
4:00 pm Steve Morganfield & Linda Holway... @ Cozens Ranch Museum
Steve Morganfield & Linda Holway... @ Cozens Ranch Museum
Jan 26 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Steve Morganfield & Linda Holway Art Reception @ Cozens Ranch Museum
Join Steve & Linda in celebrating their January art showing at Cozens Ranch Museum. Free to the community but we do ask that you RSVP to samantha@grandcountyhistory.org or 970-726-5488
Feb
2
Fri
12:00 pm Grand County’s 150th Birthday @ Cozens Ranch Museum
Grand County’s 150th Birthday @ Cozens Ranch Museum
Feb 2 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Grand County's 150th Birthday @ Cozens Ranch Museum
On this day in 1874 Grand County was established! You are all invited to come celebrate Grand County Turning 150 at Cozens Ranch Museum! Friday February 2nd Noon-2pm There will be treats & drinks! FREE[...]

Museum Hours

Cozens Ranch Museum:
77849 US-40, Winter Park, CO
Open Wednesday-Sunday 10-4, closed Mon-Tuesday

Pioneer Village Museum:
110 E Byers Ave,
Hot Sulphur Springs, CO
Open Wednesday-Sunday 10-4, closed Mon-Tuesday

Emily Warner Field Aviation Museum:
1023 Co Rd 610, Granby, CO
June 2 – August 26, 2023:
Fri & Sat 10am-2pm
* July 1st: 8am-11am
Can open by appointment
Closed in Winter

Heritage Park Museum:
111 N. 4th St, Kremmling, CO
TBA – Sept 4, 2023:
Fri & Sat 10am-4pm
*Please call to confirm hours 970-725-3939
Closed in Winter

>> Visit the Museums page for info, directions & contact

Visit a Museum Today

Our four museums are located between Winter Park & Kremmling.

Donate to Grand County's History

Help support GCHA preserve & promote local history by donating.

Quilt Trail & Driving Tours

Experience the rich history of Grand County through local tours and more.