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, A Visit to the Wild West, Adversary to Advocate, Legacy on Lookout Mountain
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
(through Summer 2026)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.
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
Aiming to Miss: Tom Sarmo
(through July 12, 2026)
Tom Sarmo returns to the pure joy of exploration and experimentation in his latest imaginative works.
The Articulate Robots of Chris Mora
(through July 26, 2026)
Metal fabricator Chris Mora creates playful, articulated "robot" sculptures that spark the imaginations with remarkable craftsmanship.
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.
Discovery Awaits: Indigenous Connections, Epic Events, Glimpses of Golden, Legendary People, and the Touch Gallery.
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
Medallion Quilts by Cindy Vermillion Hamilton
(through July 18)
Cindy is a self-taught folk artist bringing new life to traditional quilt design using unique arrangements of color and pattern. Her specialties are hand-pieced and hand-quilted medallion, sunflower and sunburst designs.
NORTHEAST GALLERY
It’s All About…the Face, the Place, the Story by Phyllis Cullen
(through July 18)
A retrospective collection of quilts by an artist with her own diverse set of voices, of portraits, animals, landscapes, messages and stories.
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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 Sports
When: All day
Check out the sports schedules for our local teams:
Colorado Apex
Colorado School of Mines
Golden High School
Bell Middle School
Saturday Morning Run and Social Walk
When: 7:30AM
Where: Golden History Park, Arapahoe and 11th Streets, Golden, CO
Join the Foothills Running and Cycling Club for a morning run and social walk every week!
For more info, visit our website: www.memberplanet.com/foothillsrunningandcyclingclub
Very Fine Wheels Car Show
When: 8AM-1PM
Where: VFW Post 4171, 15625 W. 10th Avenue, Golden, CO
Come out and see Very Fine Wheels from across the state and help the Post raise funds for important programs.
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Presented by VFW Post 4171, a non-profit organization for the support and benefit of veterans, active service personnel and their families.
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Golden Farmers Market
When: 8AM-1PM
Where: Corner of 10th and Illinois Streets, Golden, CO
The Golden Farmers Market (GFM) is produced and managed by the Golden Chamber of Commerce, a 501(c)(6) nonprofit organization in Golden, Colorado. A long-standing tradition in the Golden community, we strive to contribute to the success of local food growers and producers, as well as other businesses, and create vibrant community gatherings. The revenue generated from vendor sales commission helps to cover market operating expenses and directly benefits small businesses and the economic development of the Golden Community.
The market is located at the corner of 10th and Illinois Streets.
We appreciate your support of the Golden Farmers Market and Colorado agriculture!
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Yoga in the Park
When: 9-10AM
Where: Parfet Park, 10th Street and Washington Avenue, Golden, CO
Join PranaTonic every Saturday morning for Yoga in Parfet Park, a serene outdoor yoga experience set in the heart of Golden, Colorado.
Each week features a different instructor from our talented community, offering a unique flow that reflects their personal style and inspiration. Whether you're a seasoned yogi or just beginning your practice, you'll feel welcomed and supported in this peaceful, open-air setting.
Bring your mat, water, and a friend—and come flow with us under the Colorado sky.
Donation-Based – Pay what you can
Brunch at the Rose
When: 9AM-2PM
Where: Buffalo Rose, 1119 Washington Avenue, Golden, CO
The Rose will be hosting brunch every Saturday and Sunday. Come enjoy our delicious brunch menu, along with signature cocktails.
Music from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
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Fourth of July Festival
When: 10AM-8PM
Where: Lions Park, 1300 10th Street, Golden, CO
The Golden Lions Club is organizing and hosting the 4th of July community celebration in Lions Park again this year. This is one of the major ways for the Lions to give back to the Golden community and our country. The celebration is designed to be a day for families, friends and neighbors to get together at the beautiful park on 10th Street.
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In-Store Kids Workshop
When: 10AM
Where: Home Depot, 16900 W. Colfax Avenue, Golden, CO
Saturday Train Rides
When: 10AM-3PM
Where: Colorado Railroad Museum, 17155 W. 44th Avenue, Golden, CO
Ride on-board a passenger car pulled by a powerful locomotive.
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Guy Hill School Open House
When: 10AM-2PM
Where: Golden History Park, 1020 11th Street, Golden, CO
Experience school in 1876, play lawn games and make your own craft!
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Family Time - Registration Required
When: 10:15-10:45AM
Where: Golden Library, 1019 10th Street, Golden, CO
It’s reading fun for everyone! Gather the whole family for engaging stories, dancing, singing and rhyming.
Registration required
All-American Birthday Bash - 250 Years of Freedom Celebration
When: 11AM-4PM
Where: Avalanche Harley Davidson, 18425 W. Colfax Avenue, Golden, CO
We're celebrating July 4th in style! Patriotic Bike Contest with Prize!* Food, Drinks, Music, & Great Times! Join Us For a Rumbling Great Weekend!
Saturday Market
When: 12-3PM
Where: Cannonball Creek Brewing Company, 303 N. Washington Avenue, Golden, CO
Introducing Saturday Markets! We'll be featuring a local vendor or artist on the first Saturday of each month from 12:00 to 3:00 p.m. in the taproom! Grab a pint and check out unique gifts and items, and meet the talented business owners!
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Red, White and Bruised
When: 3-5PM
Where: Gnarly's, 1224 Washington Avenue, Suite 200, Golden, CO
Premier Pro Wrestling Returns to Gnarly's!
Get ready for an explosive afternoon of body slams, high-flying action, and patriotic mayhem as Gnarly's and Primos Premier Pro Wrestling present Red, White & Bruised on Saturday, July 4th, 2026!
Celebrate Independence Day with an action-packed live wrestling event featuring your favorite Primos stars battling it out inside the ring. Expect hard hits, unforgettable moments, and the kind of live entertainment that only professional wrestling can deliver.
Whether you're a lifelong wrestling fan or looking for a unique way to spend the holiday, Red, White & Bruised promises excitement for the entire family.
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Monthly Brewery Tour @ Holidaily
When: 3-4PM
Where: Holidaily Brewing Company, 801 Brickyard Circle, Golden, CO
Join us for a behind the scenes tour of Holidaily Brewing Company! Tours occur on the first Saturday of every month at 3:00pm.
Golden American Legion Dinner
When: 5-6:30PM
Where: American Legion Post 21, 500 9th Street, Golden, CO
Every Saturday the Post has a home cooked meal at 5:00 p.m. and Queen of Hearts progressive raffle at 6:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome as guests of American Legion Post 21. Please sign our guest registry located to the left as you enter through the door. www.goldenpost21.org /*Events*/
Ice Cream Social
When: 5-8PM
Where: First Presbyterian Church of Golden, 17707 W. 16th Avenue, Golden, CO
Join the First Presbyterian Church during the “Golden Super Cruise” in the evening of the first Saturday of every month all summer long.
First Presbyterian Church will be hosting ice cream socials on June 6, July 4, August 1 and September 5 with all donations benefiting BGOLDN.
'Merica Stars & Stripes Party
When: 8PM
Where: Rock Rest Lodge, 16005 Old Golden Road, Pleasant View, CO
