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LOCATION
Physical Address: 331 Elk Avenue Crested Butte, CO 81224
At the corner of 4th and Elk in Downtown Crested Butte
Mailing Address: PO Box 2480, Crested Butte, CO 81224
Winter 2024/2025 Hours
Open 7 Days a Week
11:00am – 5:00pm
Admission for exhibits is donation based. We are a non-profit museum and rely on donations to help keep our lcoal history alive.
Policies & Other Information
Parking & Bus Locations
The Crested Butte Museum is conveniently located at the corner of Fourth & Elk Ave in downtown Crested Butte. There is free public parking on both sides of Elk Avenue as well as the adjacent streets. The Mountain Express is a free local bus system that conveniently stops close to the museum. The closest bus stops to the museum are the Old Town Hall Stop and the 4-Way Stop in Crested Butte, both about 0.2 miles or a 5 minute walk away. The Mountain Express schedule changes depending on the season, so be sure to check their website for an updated schedule.
Food & Drink
Food and drink are not allowed inside of the museum. We have a couple of lovely benches outside which you are welcome to enjoy your refreshments before or after enjoying the exhibits and our museum store.
Photography Policy
- Photography for personal and non-commercial use is always welcome and permitted. We encourage you to follow us on social media and tag us during your visit! Follow us on Facebook & Instagram
- Photography for commercial and professional purposes may be allowed on a case-by-case basis. Please contact the marketing department at [email protected] for more information.
- Any photographs that are part of the museum’s collections may be available for purchase for research, educational, or other purposes. Please contact our curator at [email protected] for more information.
Animal Policy
Pets are not allowed inside of the museum. Certified service animals are always welcome as long as they are under control and well behaved.
Accessibility
The Crested Butte Museum is committed to making the museum accessible to everyone. Conveniently located in downtown Crested Butte, the museum entrance is located on ground level without steps to our building. The exhibit area conveniently features a ramp for easy wheelchair access. Some exhibits feature audio listening tools.
Restrooms
We do not offer public restrooms due to the nature of our historic building and older plumbing. There are free and regularly maintained public restrooms located at the Crested Butte Fire Station and The Old Town Hall bus stops in the town of Crested Butte.
Explore the Crested Butte Museum
The Crested Butte Museum is a gathering place for community members and visitors alike. Whether it’s joining us for one of our historic pub crawls, renting our space for your next special event, or exploring the town, the museum offers something for everyone in the heart of Crested Butte.
Museum Store
Explore local authors, artists & Crested Butte branded souvenirs
events & programs
Seasonal Celebrations, Educational Experiences, and more
Experience Our Exhibits
Our exhibits explore history of mining, skiing, mountain biking, and more
Rent the Museum for your Event
Host your next event in the heart of Crested Butte amongst the exhibits
Visitors Guide to Crested Butte
How to enjoy your Crested Butte adventure, locals tips, and more. Coming soon!
Historic Walking Tours
Step back in time and walk down historic Elk Avenue and adjacent alleys with a local guide as they share stories of the past. You’ll learn how Crested Butte became the town it is today and the history of many historic buildings that still remain on Elk Avenue. The tours typically last 1.5 hours and occur rain or shine. We are hosting walking tours on Wednesdays throughout March 2023 from the hours of 2pm-3:30pm, or you can book a private walking tour by calling or emailing us.
We recommend booking your walking tour in advance to secure your spot.
“We loved our tour guide’s incredible deep knowledge and amazing storytelling. Thank you! I loved this so much!”
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There are many opportunities to lend a helping hand, let us know what your interests & skills are, and how you’d like to volunteer!
Business Sponsorship
We offer a variety of opportunities for businesses, both small and large to support Crested Butte’s past, present, and future.
Employment Opportunities
Learn about our open positions at the museum, we’re an ever-evolving team and organization!