Museum of Northwest Colorado

 Located in the former Colorado State Armory , the museum exhibits touch on many aspects of pioneer and cowboy history with a special emphasis on notable individuals, both honorable and notorious, plus a few who were just eccentric characters. 

       

The original stage features a large painting by local artist, Israel Holloway, who worked on it during the COVID epidemic while the museum was closed. At 16’x10’, it's the largest watercolor in the world. The second floor houses a collection of  saddles, guns, and spurs donated by collector Bill Mackin.

 

   

The accessible entrance is on the left side of the building, down a long ramp. There isn't a bell so call beforehand. A lift accesses all the floors. There's a platform lift on a short flight of stairs that accesses the  area behind the stage. The ramp to the room housing Bill Markin's collection is very steep. 

Parking is on the street.The sidewalks and curb cuts are in good condition.  Museum  40.51593, -107.54741