Amazing--plan for an entire day--GREAT!!! Has entire building full of older vehicles too!!! Can leave for lunch and return!!!!
We have visited museum after museum--big ones, little ones. The Gunnison Pioneer Museum is by far the most comprehensive, extensive, inventive museum we have seen in eons. It's a "must"...and has something for visitors of all ages. Do not assume this is just about the Gunnison area, but covers American history generically, boasting memorabilia that collectors would love to own. Plan to spend hours...or as long as your attention span will allow. And you can get a pass to return if you need a respite. Enjoy!
Great "pioneer" focused museum. Many machines; agricultural, railroad, mining, and an 80 vehicle antique car display.
By far one of the best museums I have ever visited. They have everything you could think of! They have a wide range of buildings, including two school houses, and an actual two story house full of antiques and very open exhibits. In fact, everything is an open exhibit. When you're looking in the main building you're already thinking you've seen a lot of stuff, but until you walk outside you realize there is so much more! They have a huge collection of antique cars where my father spent most of his time, and they even have a large collection of military items, and old wagons. It would take me a while to list the wide array of things they have because they really have it all. I suggest this to any family who is willing to spend a few hours in a museum. I even went off on my own to read books at one exhibit. Very fun place.
We are a family of 4, with 2 children under 10. I have to honestly say, there was not a dull moment. There entire family loved the 3 hours we spent there. Not a whole lot of museums can hold a childs attention, for 3 hours. From the train, to the automobiles, to the war artifacts, there is not a dull moment. Highly recommend for an early morning or late afternoon activity during the summer...kinda hot in the middle of the day.
This is a must-see if you're visiting Gunnison! You'll understand the history of the Valley after seeing these amazing artifacts and antiques.
As the title says, we visited this pioneer museum primarily to kill a little time while waiting for a scheduled visit to another attraction, but were so impressed with this eclectic museum focusing on the history of Gunnison that we returned the next day and spent most of a morning here. This is not a one-building museum but an entire, large complex that includes, for example, a couple of entire 19th century schoolhouses that were transplanted here, an entire steam train, and exhibits galore of clothing, implements, smaller buildings, and other artifacts from the history of the region.
Took the kids here one day while staying in Gunnison. LOTS to see! There are many different buildings full of various historical items. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The best part is that if you can't get through the museum in one day, you can come back again another day to finish up. All on your one admission price! We stopped at the coffee shop and went on to the museum. They allowed us to enjoy our coffee and the museum all at the same time. Can't beat that!
Many, many artifacts and a great little authentic village with an actual train. The car museum is a must-many, many cars are displayed.
After years of driving by the Pioneer Museum we finally stopped in and were pleasantly surprised. The eager volunteers gave us a great overview of the museum's collection and then we were off wandering throughout the property for at least an hour. Be sure to visit the schoolhouse and car barn (two buildings in one).