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Museum of the West

462 Ute Ave., Grand Junction, CO 81501

Toll Free: 888-488-3466 Local: 970-242-0971 Fax: 970-242-3960

Email: kfiegel@westcomuseum.org

Region: Northwest City: Grand Junction

Overview

Experience a thousand years of history! Ride in a stagecoach, fly a 1958 Cessna, gaze upon an Anasazi pot. See real firearms used by outlaws, study ancient rock art, sit in a one-room schoolhouse and visit the Pastime saloon to experience western Americana at its best.

Amenities

Facility Amenities: ADA-compliant, Gift Shop, Parking on site

General Information: Dates Closed: New Year's Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas, Hours of Operation: Oct.May: Tues-Sat, 10am-3pm; May-Sept.: Tues-Sat, 9am-5pm

Payment Methods: American Express, Cash, Discover, MasterCard, Personal Checks, Travelers Checks, Visa

Rate Information: Cost of Admission: $6.50/adults, $5.50/seniors, $3.75/children, $20/family, Members free!

Tour Information: Customized Tours, Guided Tours, Tour Schedule: Guided tours upon request

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Colorado West Bed & Breakfast Association (1.36 miles)
James M. Robb - Colorado River State Park (1.36 miles)
Los Altos Bed & Breakfast (1.36 miles)
Riviera Motel (1.36 miles)
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Castle Creek Bed & Breakfast (2.19 miles)

+ Adventure Sports

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