by Nathan Richie | Jul 7, 2018 | Collections and Exhibits, Golden History Museum, Informer
As the City’s historian, one of the museum’s most important responsibilities is to preserve and share the story of our community. But, with more than 16,000 objects in its collection and more than 150 years of history to tell, there’s far more content than can ever be...
by admin | Jun 9, 2018 | Collections and Exhibits, Golden History Museum, Press Release
Discovery Awaits at the Renovated Golden History Museum GOLDEN, Colo., June 8, 2018 — In celebration of its 80th anniversary, Golden History Museum has undergone a complete transformation of its galleries and public spaces. After being closed for a six-month...
by Nathan Richie | Jun 6, 2018 | Astor House, City of Golden, Golden History Museum
In 2016, Astor House closed to undergo a major structural rehabilitation. The foundation was shored, basement retaining walls poured, new steel beams and columns installed, and new water drainage system built. The museum, which suffered years of declining attendance,...
by museumdoug | May 10, 2018 | Collections and Exhibits, Golden History Museum
The renovation process at Golden History Museum took a turn for the better today! Many walls are painted, carpeting has been installed, and new (wider) front doors are operational. Most importantly, however, artifacts are starting to arrive on the scene. Here are a...
by Mark Dodge | Apr 27, 2018 | Collections and Exhibits, Golden History Museum
In 2016 Golden History Museum & Park started conceptualizing a new and dynamic exhibit program. Keeping people front and center was a priority, so we designed a gallery dedicated to sharing personal life stories. After all, it’s Golden’s people that make...
by museumdoug | Mar 24, 2018 | Collections and Exhibits, Golden History Museum
Here’s the fourth installment in a series of Golden History Museum & Park construction updates. Learn about exhibit design from the curator’s perspective. Enjoy the video and bookmark the blog so you can find future updates. Also, leave us a comment and tell...
