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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

Mar
28
Fri
1:00 pm Candle Painting at Cozens Ranch @ Cozens Ranch Museum
Candle Painting at Cozens Ranch @ Cozens Ranch Museum
Mar 28 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Candle Painting at Cozens Ranch @ Cozens Ranch Museum
Join us at Cozens Ranch Museum to learn to paint candles using colored wax. All supplies included to decorate 2 candles per person. March 28th, 1-3pm$10: GCHA Members or $15: non-members Register at: gchaonline.square.site Registration[...]
Apr
5
Sat
5:00 pm Indigenous History of Grand Coun... @ Cozens Ranch Museum
Indigenous History of Grand Coun... @ Cozens Ranch Museum
Apr 5 @ 5:00 pm
Indigenous History of Grand County at Cozens Ranch @ Cozens Ranch Museum
Join us for a presentation from GCHA staff on the Indigenous History of Grand County from Paleo-Indians to the Ute Tribe. This is a collaboration with the GCLD for the promotion of the book Winter[...]
Apr
11
Fri
4:00 pm Katie Steinharter Art Reception @ Cozens Ranch Museum
Katie Steinharter Art Reception @ Cozens Ranch Museum
Apr 11 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Katie Steinharter Art Reception @ Cozens Ranch Museum
The Cozens Ranch Museum Gallery features artwork by local artist Katie Steinharter. This exhibit features paintings of local views in beautiful watercolors, you’re sure to find a piece to call your own! We welcome you[...]
Apr
18
Fri
5:00 pm Indigenous History of Grand Coun... @ Pioneer Village Museum
Indigenous History of Grand Coun... @ Pioneer Village Museum
Apr 18 @ 5:00 pm
Indigenous History of Grand County at Pioneer Village @ Pioneer Village Museum
Join us for a presentation from GCHA staff on the Indigenous History of Grand County from Paleo-Indians to the Ute Tribe. This is a collaboration with the GCLD for the promotion of the book Winter[...]
Apr
19
Sat
2:00 pm Historic Crafting: Mosaics @ Pioneer Village Museum
Historic Crafting: Mosaics @ Pioneer Village Museum
Apr 19 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Historic Crafting: Mosaics @ Pioneer Village Museum
Dabble in mosaics, make your own tile! All supplies included for 1 decorative tile. $10 Members or $15 Non-members April 19th 2-4pm Pioneer Village Museum Registration is required. All registration fees are non-refundable as they[...]

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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
May 31 thru August 31, 2024:
Fri & Sat 11am-2pm
* July 6th: 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 970-725-6009
Closed in Winter

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

Visit a Museum Today

Our four museums are located between Winter Park & Kremmling.

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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.