Adult Education

1:00PM-2:00PM Fridays

Each Friday, join us for an hour of exploring a different aspect of Colorado’s railroad history. Tours are subject to change and are based on guide availability. Each week’s theme is explored using a variety of museum resources to help bring the subject to life with the understanding that guests are welcome to continue their visit on their own after the tour.

Highlights: April 2, May 7, June 4, July 2, August 6, September 3, October 1, November 5, December 3.
The Caboose: March 12, May 28, September 24.
Locomotives Steam & Diesel: May 14, June 25, July 23, October 22.
The Black Experience Tour: March 19, April 23, June 18.
Migration Tour: April 9, May 21, July 16, August 27, October 8, December 17.
The Railroad Kitchen: April 30, July 9, September 17, November 12.
Railroad Etiquette: June 11, September 10, November 26.
Railroad Post Office Cars: August 13, October 29, December 10.
The Galloping Goose: April 16, August 20, October 15.
The Story Tour: March 26, July 30, November 19.

Admission: $10 adults, $5 kids 2-15 (under 2 is free), $8 seniors (60+). Museum members and children under age 2 are free.
Guided Theme Tour: $3 plus general admission (Free for Museum Members, ages under 2).

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Asn Evening of Colorado History

Relax, enjoy a beverage and travel back to a time when railroads shaped the American West.

7:30pm Select Fridays

Presentation lengths vary, doors open at 6:30pm, bar opens at 7pm, presentation begins at 7:30pm.

2021 Schedule
April 2: The Railroad’s Effect on the Black Experience
June 4: Running a 19th Century Railroad in the 21st Century
August 6: West on A Slow Train
October 1: The Railroad Photography of Steve Patterson

Admission: $20 Adults. Ages 21+ only.

Admission includes 2 beverages of your choice (beer, wine or soda) and snacks.

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