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The Crested Butte Museum hosts a variety of events throughout the year as well as partner events with other local organizations. We offer historic walking tours, live and online educational programs for adults and children, historic pub-crawls, and yearly fundraising events.
Featured Events
Wander with History Walking Tour: Mountain Biking in the Valley
Saturday, June 17th
10:00am – 12:00pm
Explore the history of Mountain Biking in the Gunnison Valley on a walking tour of Crested Butte with Glo Cunningham. Learn all about the important people in Crested Butte and Gunnison that pioneered the trails, the races and tours that impacted what mountain biking is today, and the transition throughout the years of bikes and the technology that evolved.
History Field Trips
$70 Members | $80 Non-Members
July 12th: The North Country History
July 26th: Taylor Park & Spring Creek History
August 9th: CB Ski History
August 23rd: Geology of The Black Canyon
Join The Crested Butte Museum for four field trips exploring history and geology with Dr. Duane Vandenbusche, Steve Jenkins, and Bruce Bartleson. Each trip includes transportation, a light breakfast, and a sack lunch. The trips begin at 8am and end around 3pm. Click the button below to learn about each one and purchase tickets. Space is limited, so sign-up today to ensure your spot.
Elk Ave Walking Tours
Begininng June 6th
Tues & Thurs
10am-11:30am
Crested Butte became a registered National Historic District in 1974 to preserve our distinctive buildings from the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Join us on an Elk Avenue Walking Tour to learn about the history of the buildings, mining history, and stories from the community, as well as some of the alleyways and little known facts about the historic buildings.
These walking tours are regularly held on Tuesdays & Thursdays at 10am beginning on June 6th with Glo Cunningham, or you can schedule a private walking tour by emailing [email protected]
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Elk Ave History Walking Tours
Elk Ave History Walking Tours
Crested Butte became a registered National Historic District in 1974 to preserve our distinctive buildings from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Join us on an Elk Avenue Walking […]
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Elk Ave History Walking Tours
Elk Ave History Walking Tours
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San Juan History and Geology Getaway
Join The Crested Butte Museum for a five-day journey throughout the San Juans for a tour exploring historic and geologic sites with historian Duane Vandenbusche and Geologist Steve Jenkins. Learn […]
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Elk Ave History Walking Tours
Elk Ave History Walking Tours
Crested Butte became a registered National Historic District in 1974 to preserve our distinctive buildings from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Join us on an Elk Avenue Walking […]
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Elk Ave History Walking Tours
Elk Ave History Walking Tours
Crested Butte became a registered National Historic District in 1974 to preserve our distinctive buildings from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Join us on an Elk Avenue Walking […]
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Wander with History Tour: Mountain Biking
Wander with History Tour: Mountain Biking
Explore the history of Mountain Biking in the Gunnison Valley on a walking tour of Crested Butte with Glo Cunningham. Learn all about the important people in Crested Butte and […]
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Elk Ave History Walking Tours
Elk Ave History Walking Tours
Crested Butte became a registered National Historic District in 1974 to preserve our distinctive buildings from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Join us on an Elk Avenue Walking […]
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Elk Ave History Walking Tours
Elk Ave History Walking Tours
Crested Butte became a registered National Historic District in 1974 to preserve our distinctive buildings from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Join us on an Elk Avenue Walking […]
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Elk Ave History Walking Tours
Elk Ave History Walking Tours
Crested Butte became a registered National Historic District in 1974 to preserve our distinctive buildings from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Join us on an Elk Avenue Walking […]
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Elk Ave History Walking Tours
Elk Ave History Walking Tours
Crested Butte became a registered National Historic District in 1974 to preserve our distinctive buildings from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Join us on an Elk Avenue Walking […]
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Historic Elk Ave Walking Tours
Explore the town of Crested Butte through a historical lens with one of our walking tours. Check out the historical buildings on Elk Avenue and adjacent side streets and learn how Crested Butte transitioned from a mining town to the place it is today. Our walking tours are currently being offered on a request appointment for you and your group for private tours. We are hosting our Elk Ave Historic Walking Tours on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10am-11:30am beginning June 6th through September 28th. Click the button below to reserve your spot on a March walking tour, or email [email protected] to schedule a private tour for you and your group.
Historic Pub Crawls
Enjoy learning about the history of various establishments from local historians while enjoying libations with your group. Each ticket includes a commemorative glass, a complimentary beverage, and a presentation from local historians at three locations in the town of Crested Butte. Our next pub crawls are as scheduled:
Friday, August 18th, 2023, 5:30pm-7:30pm: Slogar, Mallardi, & TBD
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Online Events
Prefer to engage with history from the comfort of your own home, or want to stay connected with Crested Butte history no matter where you are in the world? Join us for our online history at-home series, virtual speaker lectures, and other online events. Click the button below to learn more about our virtual offerings.
Private Events
Host your next special event with the museum! A local favorite, conveniently located right in the heart of Crested Butte, is a great venue for your intimate wedding, rehearsal dinner, or other private gathering. With the educational exhibits and rustic feel of our preserved historic building, the museum is the perfect place for hosting gatherings in the town of Crested Butte.