Preserving the Lasting Legacy of Lafayette
About Lafayette History Museum
Located in Old Town Lafayette, Colorado, Lafayette History Museum showcases the dynamic history of the area, from its roots in mining and farming to the century-old Lincoln Highway effort to Lafayette’s recent growth into a vibrant city with its own unique identity.
Through our exhibits, educational programming, walking tours, field trips for students, research material, and more, we preserve and share the fascinating stories of Lafayette’s evolution.
Housed in the Lewis Home, an 1890s coal miner’s cottage that is on the National Register of Historic Places, the museum appeals to adults and children alike. Visit us to enjoy engaging exhibits, original artifacts, and a chance to step into the past and see how it has shaped our present and future.
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New Views of Lafayette
It’s easy to take for granted the place where you live, but changing your perspective can reveal exciting new aspects you’ve never noticed before. This exhibit displays two historical collections that give you a different view of Lafayette, both through history and how
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108 E. Simpson St., Lafayette, CO 80026
Wednesday–Friday: 10 AM–2 PM
Saturday: 8 AM–12 PM
Sunday–Tuesday: Closed
2025 Holiday Hours: Closed December 20 - January 2
