6:30 and 9PM Colorado Haunted History: Murder, Mayhem and Madness Tour
When: All day
Where: Golden Visitors Center, 10th Street and Washington Avenue, Golden, CO
6:30 and 9:00 p.m.
Golden, Colorado is known as the home of Coors Brewery and the School of Mines; however, during this haunted history tour, hear tales of the wild, wild west that this town once was. Tales include lynchings, shootouts, murder, and mayhem.
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The Friday Tour
When: All day
Where: Colorado Railroad Museum, 17155 W. 44th Avenue, Golden, CO
10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.
Each Friday, join us for an hour of exploring a different aspect of Colorado’s railroad history. Each tour covers a specific theme and on these dates our focus will be: Locomotives!
Tours are subject to change and are based on guide availability. Each week’s theme is explored using a variety of museum resources to help bring the subject to life with the understanding that guests are welcome to continue their visit on their own after the tour.
Friday Tour Tickets - $3 each plus General Admission ($10 adults, $5 kids 2-15, $8 seniors 60+).
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CURRENT EXHIBITS AT THE MUSEUMS
When: All day
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THE BUFFALO BILL MUSEUM AND GRAVE
987 1/2 Lookout Mountain Road (map)
303-526-0744
CLOSED Monday, New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas
The Buffalo Bill Story, Buffalo Bill's Death, The Americans, A Visit to the Wild West, Firearms, Kid's Cowboy Corral
COLORADO RAILROAD MUSEUM
17155 W. 44th Avenue (map)
303-279-4591
CLOSED Monday, New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas, and New Year's Eve Day
UPPER GALLERY
Center for Railroad Photography & Art Winners
The winners of the Center for Railroad Photography & Art’s 2025 John E. Gruber Creative Photography Contest have been announced, and these award-winning images are now on display at the Museum.
Black Diamonds and Steel Rails
This fascinating exhibit delves into the rich history of coal in Colorado, examining its crucial role in fueling locomotives, driving industrial growth, and shaping the state’s railroads. Learn about the mining industry, the challenges faced by miners, and how this powerful resource connected communities across the Centennial State.
LOWER GALLERY
Traqueros: Mexican Trackworkers and the American Railroad
(through August 2026)
This powerful display explores the invaluable—yet often overlooked—contributions of Mexican and Mexican American laborers who built and maintained America’s railroads.
FOOTHILLS ART CENTER - ASTOR HOUSE
1133 Arapahoe Street (map)
303-279-3922
CLOSED New Year's Day, President's Day, Easter, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve Day
Tom van der Sloot
(through October 26)
Creating vibrant neon-on-black scenes inspired by mythology and folk tales, Tom’s work evokes classic black light posters.
The Psychology of Adornment: Wearable Sculpture by Jesse Mathes
(through November 2)
This exhibit explores the impact dramatic large-scale jewelry plays in interactions between the wearer and the viewer.
Fragile Things by by Sarah Tenney & Jenna Annunziato
(through November 9)
Through cut-out paintings, Tenney and Annunziato reflect on memory, connection, and the fragility of objects and relationships. Their works
balance nostalgia, allegory, and magical realism.
GOLDEN HISTORY MUSEUM & PARK
923 10th Street (map)
303-278-3557
(Museum) CLOSED Sunday, Monday, New Year's Day, Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas, and New Year's Eve Day
Clear Creek Room: The Heart of Golden
Surrounded by North and South Table Mountains, Clear Creek has drawn people to this area for millennia.
We Are Still Here: The Endurance of Native Jewels
(through April 2026)
In this exhibit, we define jewel as both a precious item as well as a woman of strength and importance. Explore how Indigenous women have persevered through hundreds of years of oppression and numerous attempts to destroy their culture. Featuring modern Native fashions that utilize ancient Indigenous jewels, learn about prominent Native women in contemporary American society. Not only are Native Americans still here; they have endured, and they are thriving.
Discovery Awaits: Indigenous Connections, Epic Events, Legendary People, and the Touch Gallery. A new Jolly Rancher exhibit is in the works and will open in 2025.
Golden History Park (11th & Arapahoe): The outdoor setting re-creates the look and feel of a late 1800's mountain ranch complete with gardens, a working blacksmith shop, schoolhouse and chicken coop (chickens included).
MINES MUSEUM
Colorado School of Mines
1310 Maple Street (map)
303-273-3815
CLOSED New Year's Day, July 4th, Thanksgiving and Christmas
The main floor exhibits feature specimens from many Colorado mining districts, other global localities and an introductory video on area geology. The Special Exhibit Room hosts prominent precious metal and invited displays. The main gallery also showcases historic mining murals by Irwin Hoffman.
The basement contains numerous exhibits regarding radioactivity, fossils, basic geology, gemstones, meteorites, ultraviolet minerals and underground mining illumination. The outdoor geologic trail features seven outcrops with various geologic and paleontological points of interest, including fossilized dinosaur tracks, logs and leaves.
ROCKY MOUNTAIN QUILT MUSEUM
200 Violet Street, Unit 140 (map)
303-277-0377
CLOSED New Year's Day, Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas
MAIN GALLERY
Quilts Inspired from Down Under - a solo exhibit by Bonnie Murphy
(through January 17, 2026)
Drawn to reproduction fabrics and patterns based on historical quilts from the 19th century, Bonnie began to notice most of her quilts were designed by Australian designers, Di Ford Hall, Margaret Mew, Susan Smith and Sandy Cousins, just to name a few! Although hand quilting her first quilts, Bonnie discovered she loved the look of machine quilting and found some very talented ladies who now longarm quilt her creations.
NORTHEAST GALLERY
The Grandeur of the Moment - a solo exhibit by Linda Anderson
(through January 17, 2026)
Linda Anderson tells compelling stories of people in many cultures around the world, many images gathered from her travels. Everyone, everywhere, has a story. Her realistic depictions celebrate the ordinary moments that often go unnoticed, capturing the essence of the humanity we all share. Facilitating that connection visually and highlighting the splendor of the commonplace is her goal.
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Live Workouts with Community Center Pros
When: All day
Our very own Group Fitness Instructors will be doing LIVE WORKOUTS!
In addition to our LIVE WORKOUTS with your Golden Community Center Fitness Instructors, We have added a YouTube Channel! If you can't make the LIVE workout you can still have your favorite instructor in your own home! We add previously recorded workouts everyday to https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrni5jjFr8ip4eNUB63KIvA
If you are a Silver Sneaker Member you can also go to SilverSneakers FaceBook page and see live classes or their web page https://tools.silversneakers.com/ to sign in for On-Demand Classes!
Don't forget to check the LIVE Fitness Schedule for updates and links. https://groupexpro.com/schedule/726/?view=calendar
Golden History Tours
When: All day
Golden History Tours offers Wild West Walking Tours, Pub Crawls, Ghost Tours, and more! If you don't see a scheduled tour on a particular date, you can book a tour at a custom time.
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Golden Women in Business Book Club*
When: 9-10AM
Where: Humble House RV, 1208 Washington Avenue, Golden, CO
The AI Advantage: How to Put the Artificial Intelligence Revolution to Work by Thomas H. Davenport
This month it's going to be all about how to use AI in our businesses and make it useful, rather than overwhelming. As always don't worry if you haven't read the book, come along for the discussion.
*GWiB’s Book Club is open to all GWiB Members. We want potential new members to check out our events before committing, so we invite you to attend two events (Book Club, Happy Hour or Table Talks) free of charge. After that, please become a member or pay the small drop in fee of $10/event.
History Museum Tour
When: 10-11:30AM
Where: Golden History Museum, 923 10th Street, Golden, CO
Have you ever wondered how museum exhibits are created and what it’s like to work with historic artifacts? There is much to consider from selection of the artifacts, to researching them, writing text for public view, and even selecting wall colors. Many interesting and unexpected stories pop up while working with artifacts. Join Stephanie Gilmore, curator of the Golden History Museum, for a special tour of the current exhibits. Stephanie will share behind-the-scenes stories about working as a curator, and will answer questions about Golden’s history, people, and events. This behind the scenes tour will include a preview showing of Rich Luckin's Golden Images in the Salon. Rich Luckin is a retired Coors employee who worked in their marketing department. He is a photographer and documentary filmmaker, having produced several PBS shows about trains and train history.
Active Older Adults aged 50+
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Toddler Time - Registration Required
When: 10:15-10:45AM
Where: Golden Library, 1019 10th Street, Golden, CO
Your little one is constantly on the move. Help their mind stay active, too. Get them ready to read by singing, rhyming, dancing and telling stories together.
Registration required
Halloween Party @ Alchemy
When: 4PM
Where: Alchemy, 1111 Miners Alley, Golden, CO
The potions will be flowing, the music will be haunting, and our lovely Tarot Card Reader will be revealing your fate.
Come dressed to impress (or terrify) — prizes, cocktails, and spooky vibes all night long!
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Creative Campus - Fall Open House & Member Appreciation
When: 5-7PM
Where: Foothills Art Center - Creative Campus, 809 15th Street, Golden, CO
Join us for an afternoon of art, community, and creativity at our Fall Open House and Member Appreciation Day! Explore the studios, meet our artists, and see what’s happening inside the Creative Campus.
Watch artist demos, peek inside artist studios, and discover artwork available for purchase—all while connecting with the vibrant community that makes us thrive.
Hands-on activities and tours will be happening throughout the evening—think gourd birdhouses, a garden tour with master gardener and studio artist, Lynn Allbright, and a fun scavenger hunt to guide your visit.
Whether you’re a long-time member or simply curious about what we do, this is the perfect time to experience the energy of our growing campus, learn about upcoming classes, and see art in action.
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Blue Haunting - Trunk or Treat @ Colorado State Patrol Academy
When: 5:30-8PM
Where: Colorado State Patrol, 15055 South Golden Road, Golden, CO
The community is welcome to attend this event at the Colorado State Patrol Academy grounds and take part in a fun, family-friendly, and safe Halloween celebration. Wear your costumes and enjoy an evening filled with candy and fun!
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Opening Reception: Quilts Inspired from Down Under | The Grandeur of the Moment
When: 6-8PM
Where: Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum, 200 Violet Street, Suite 240, Golden, CO
Halloween Buti Glow Party
When: 6PM
Where: Rise Yoga and Wellness, 601 16th Street, Golden, CO
Buti MVMNT is a dynamic and high-energy fitness practice that blends power yoga, tribal dance, primal movement, and plyometric exercises into a holistic workout designed to transform both body and mind.
Wrap this up in glow paint, black lights, and a supportive and high-vibe community. Wear white or neon colors (or all black if you want the more of the body paint, floating effect).
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The Talking Dead - An Interactive Pub Crawl
When: 6:30-9:30PM
Where: Golden Mill, 1012 Ford Street, Golden, CO
Step into the shadowy corners of downtown Golden, Colorado, on an unforgettable three-hour ghost tour where history and the supernatural intertwine. As the sun sets and the streets dim, your journey begins with tales of Golden's wild west past, guided by experts who reveal the spectral secrets that haunt this historic town.
Embark on a chilling yet captivating exploration, encountering six to ten restless spirits from Golden’s storied past. Each ghost has a unique tale of mystery, misfortune, and intrigue, waiting to be uncovered. From tragic figures to mischievous apparitions, these spectral inhabitants linger on, their stories etched into the very fabric of Golden’s history.
Boo-Logical Adaptations: Night Hike
When: 7-8:30PM
Where: Lookout Mountain Nature Center, 910 Colorow Road, Golden, CO
Step into the shadows on a beginner friendly Halloween night hike and uncover the spooky secrets of local wildlife. From spiders eerie webs to the silent flight of owls, we’ll explore the fascinating adaptations that makes animals seem a little ghostly after dark. Before we set out for a short mile hike, craft your own lantern to light the way through this playful, spooky adventure.
Free
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Boo-Logical Adaptations: Night Hike
When: 7-8:30PM
Where: Lookout Mountain Nature Center, 910 Colorow Road, Golden, CO
Step into the shadows on a beginner friendly Halloween night hike and uncover the spooky secrets of local wildlife. From spiders eerie webs to the silent flight of owls, we’ll explore the fascinating adaptations that makes animals seem a little ghostly after dark. Before we set out for a short mile hike, craft your own lantern to light the way through this playful, spooky adventure.
Free
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Diva Royale
When: 7:30PM
Where: Miners Alley Performing Arts Center, 1100 Miners Alley, Golden, CO
Written by Award-Winning Actor, Jeff Daniels and directed by Miners Alley’s Len Matheo, Diva Royal tells the story of three stay-at-home moms from the Midwest who share a deep obsession with Celine Dion. Their spontaneous trip to New York City unfolds into an evening filled with side-splitting hilarity. This crowd-pleasing comedy is guaranteed to make you laugh until you cry.
