Historic Sites and Museums

Bill Fountain’s Research Tips and How-to’s
People frequently ask Breckenridge History for information on their family or friends who were part of historic Breckenridge. A recent acquisition by the Breckenridge History Archives of a c. 1900 photo album by Otto Westerman provides an instructive…

Making History Accessible to All
History belongs to everyone. Making Breckenridge’s historic sites accessible is a top priority for Breckenridge History. From physical access to accommodations for hearing and sight impairments, learn more about the ways that Breckenridge History brings our community’s stories…

A Community Interred: Historic Valley Brook Cemetery in Breckenridge, CO
Valley Brook Cemetery reveals the history of a mountain community that enjoyed booms and endured busts of a remote mining town.

NEW in 2021: Washington Mill Exhibit
What happens after ore is extracted from the mountain? Check out the mill exhibit in Breckenridge to learn more and see authentic equipment.