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Gunnison Pioneer Museum

803 E. Tomichi Ave.

(Highway 50 across from Western State College)

Gunnison, CO 81230

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Pioneer Museum #268 Denver & Rio Grande Engine & Train

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Overview

Five-acre campus and Gunnison's cultural and historic 1880s history! Buildings include: Gunnison's first post office (1876), Denver & Rio Grande Narrow Gauge Train, two rural school houses with furnishings, antique car museum and log cabin chapel.

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Amenities

Facility Amenities:

ADA-compliant, Brochures Available, Interpretive Displays, National Register of Historic Places, Parking on site, Printed Guides Available

General Information:

Dates Closed: October until Memorial Day Weekend, Hours of Operation: 9-5PM, Reservations Required, Seasons of Operation: Memorial Day through end of September, Suitable for Large Groups, Visitor Center on site

Group Amenities:

Accommodates Tour Groups, Bus/Motorcoach Parking on site, Group Rates Available

Guest Information:

Family-friendly

Payment Methods:

Cash, Cash Only

Rate Information:

$ = Less than $100, Cost of Admission: $7 Adult; 6-12 years $3

Suitable for Ages:

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

Tour Information:

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