Welcome to the Hinsdale County Museum

The Mission of the Hinsdale County Historical Society is to discover, collect, preserve, exhibit and promote material and information in order to assist the public in understanding and appreciating Hinsdale County history.

Happy Summer 2025!

Hours as of June 15th: Monday to Saturday 10am-5pm and Sunday 1-4pm

Hours as of September 1st: Sunday to Friday 1pm-4pm and Saturday 10am-5pm

Admission

Adults: $8

Children Under 10: $2

Children 5 & Under: Free

Director Position Opening

 Due to a resignation, Hinsdale County Historical Society’s Board of Directors has a vacancy to fill for a two-year term ending August 2026. Hinsdale County Historical Society operates with a seven-member board overseeing operations at Hinsdale County Museum, and other historical projects. Applications with brief resume will be accepted until September 22, 2025, and discussed at the Tuesday, September 23, Board of Directors’ meeting. If interested, send letter of interest with qualifications to the Society at PO Box 353, Lake City, Colorado, 81235, C/O Grant Houston.