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Visitor tip
Don't miss the railroad collection and historic buildings like the Sciumbato House and Nancy Wickham House—reviewers highlighted the exceptional condition of artifacts like the 1866 stagecoach and praised how well-documented every display is, making it easy to learn about southeast Colorado history.
Visitor tip
Bring children 12 and under for free with a paying adult—the museum is larger than it appears with multiple outdoor exhibits and interactive elements like the steam locomotive whistle button, making it ideal for families on a budget.
Best time
Visit during cooler months or call ahead (719-384-7500) to arrange special off-season tours—one reviewer noted the museum now has air conditioning but mentioned outdoor exhibits are best enjoyed in comfortable weather, and tours can be customized during off-season with advance notice.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Natural History Museum
- Location
- La Junta, Colorado
- Primary Focus
- Otero County history 1875-WWII era with extensive railroad collection
- Admission
- $5 adults/children over 12; 12 and under free
- Hours
- June 1-Sept 30: 1-4 PM Mon-Fri
What visitors say
This museum is a wonderful piece of history not to be missed! I learned so much about the history of southeast Colorado. There are so many buildings to explore and every display is so well documented. Seeing an 1866 stagecoach in such…
A really nice way to begin your visit to La Junta. You'll be given tours of five historic buildings by friendly and knowledgeable guides.
Very nice museum, a number of buildings, a wide spectrum of displays, very good docents.
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Did You Know?
- The museum features an exceptionally well-preserved 1866 stagecoach in excellent condition, representing a significant piece of transportation history from the Old West era
- The museum operates as a multi-building complex with at least 8 historic structures including the Sciumbato House, Nancy Wickham House, H.L. Boyd Coach House, Log School, and John Fisher Hose Company Building, allowing visitors to walk through restored early 1900s buildings
- The railroad collection includes artifacts spanning over 80 years of Atchinson, Topeka, and Santa Fe Railroad calendars (1914-1993), plus a rare 1939 Plymouth switch engine and original AT&SF boxcar
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