Ghost Town Museum: A Step Back in Time
Relive Colorado's Wild West history at this indoor museum featuring authentic artifacts and hands-on activities for all ages.
Experience the Wild West at the Ghost Town Museum in Colorado Springs. This indoor museum recreates a frontier town with authentic buildings and artifacts from the late 1800s. Pan for gold, try your hand at old-fashioned games, and explore the rich history of Colorado's mining era.
A brief summary to Ghost Town Museum
- 400 S 21st St, Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80904, US
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- Monday 10 am-5 pm
- Tuesday 10 am-5 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-5 pm
- Thursday 10 am-5 pm
- Friday 10 am-5 pm
- Saturday 10 am-5 pm
- Sunday 10 am-5 pm
Local tips
- Visit during the summer months (May-September) to pan for real gold.
- Bring quarters to operate the antique arcade games and nickelodeons.
- Allow at least an hour to fully explore the museum and participate in the activities.
- Check out the gift shop for old-fashioned candies, souvenirs, and Wild West memorabilia.
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Getting There
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Walking
The Ghost Town Museum is located in Old Colorado City, a walkable historic district. From most points in the district, it's a short walk to the museum at 400 S 21st St. Look for the large stone Roundhouse building next door. The museum is on the southwest corner of 21st Street and Highway 24.
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Public Transport
Mountain Metropolitan Transit (MMT) provides bus service to the area. Check the MMT website for the most up-to-date routes and schedules. From the main terminal at Kiowa and Nevada, you can take the free downtown shuttle, The ZEB, to the stop at Nevada/Cache La Poudre and transfer to a bus that heads west on Highway 24. Get off at 21st Street. The museum is a short walk south. Single ride fare is $1.75.
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Driving
From I-25, take Exit 141 and head west on Highway 24. Drive approximately 1.5 miles to 21st Street. Turn left onto 21st Street, then immediately turn right into the museum's parking lot, located behind the Roundhouse. Parking is available in the lot shared with the Roundhouse Colorado Mountain Brewery. Metered street parking is also available in the area; rates average $1.50 per hour.
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