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Fort Garland Museum & Cultural Center

29477 Hwy. 159

Fort Garland, CO 81133

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Overview

Fort Garland was commanded by legendary frontiersman Kit Carson and had a garrison of over 100 men who protected the earliest settlers in the San Luis Valley. Tour original adobe buildings and view exhibits on how the fort was saved and preserved.

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Discounts:

Military, Other: Blue Star Museum, Senior Citizen

Facility Amenities:

ADA-compliant, Brochures Available, Gift Shop, National Register of Historic Places, Parking on site

General Information:

Dates Closed: Thanksgiving day, Christmas day and New Year's day, Hours of Operation: Hours change seasonally. March 1–Oct. 31, 9am–5pm seven days a week. November 1-February 28, 10 am-4 pm, Monday-Saturday.

Group Amenities:

Accommodates Tour Groups, Group Rates Available, Minimum Group Number: 6

Payment Methods:

American Express, Cash, Discover, MasterCard, Personal Checks, Travelers Checks, Visa

Rate Information:

Cost of Admission: Adults $5, kids $3.50

Suitable for Ages:

Adults (18+), Adults (21+), Children (up to 12), Teens (13-18)

Tour Information:

Self-guided Tours

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