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All open air museums to visit in Colorado

Experience history come to life at open-air museums in Colorado. These museums feature historical buildings, reenactments, and interactive exhibits in an outdoor setting.

Are you interested in experiencing history firsthand? These are the best open air museums in Colorado:

  1. Plains Conservation Center1

    Plains Conservation Center

     Aurora, CO
    The Plains Conservation Center, located in Aurora, Colorado, serves as an outdoor education center and is recognized as a state-designated natural area. This unique location offers visitors the opportunity to explore and learn about the natural environment in a hands-on and engaging way.
     4.4
    Nature & Natural History NatureHistory & Anthropology History
  3. Rock Ledge Ranch Historic Site2

    Rock Ledge Ranch Historic Site

     Colorado Springs, CO
    The Rock Ledge Ranch Historic Site is a unique living history museum and farm situated in the beautiful Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs, Colorado. This site offers visitors a chance to step back in time and experience life as it was in different periods of American history. The ranch is not just a museum, but a fully functioning farm, adding an extra layer of authenticity to the experience.
     4.0
    History & Anthropology History
  4. South Park City3

    South Park City

     Fairplay, CO
    South Park City is an open-air museum situated at the western end of Front Street in the town of Fairplay, Park County, Colorado. This location is easily accessible and offers a unique opportunity to explore the history of the region in an immersive environment.
     3.7
    History & Anthropology History
  5. El Pueblo History Museum4

    El Pueblo History Museum

     Pueblo, CO
    El Pueblo History Museum is situated in Pueblo, Colorado, in the United States. It is a local history museum that showcases the history and culture of the region. The museum is a significant cultural institution in the area, providing a comprehensive understanding of the local history and heritage.
    History & Anthropology HistorySpecialized & Alternative Specialized
  7. 5

    Museum of Outdoor Arts

     Englewood, CO
    The Museum of Outdoor Arts (MOA) is a non-profit institution located in Englewood, Colorado. It was established in 1981 by John W. Madden, Jr. and his daughter, Cynthia Madden Leitner. The museum is dedicated to the integration of art, architecture, and landscape design, and is open throughout the year.
     3.7
    Art & Design Art
  8. 6

    Gunnison Pioneer Museum

     Gunnison, CO
    Perfectly preserved campus with almost 20 historical buildings will give you an insight into the early era of pioneering and local history.
     4.3
    History & Anthropology History
  9. 7

    Museum of the Mountain West

     Montrose, CO
    The Museum of the Mountain West is a historical institution located off U.S. Route 50 in Montrose, Colorado. This museum is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the history and culture of the Mountain West region. It is easily accessible and provides a unique opportunity to delve into the past of this fascinating area.
    History & Anthropology History