Events

For the latest on activities and events at the museum, please check our Facebook page.

April 27, 2013, Saturday, 1PM - 3 PM, Animas Museum

"Family Days--get a jumpstart on your garden"
Drop by the museum and plant a small indoor garden to be moved to your yard as the ground thaws. Free event.

May 24, 2013, Friday, 5:30 PM, Bar D Chuckwagon

"Community Heritage Awards"
An annual celebration of our region's heritage hosted by the La Plata County Historical Society will honor the Montoya Family and the Elks Lodge #507. Tickets are available here.

May 25, 2013, Saturday, 1PM - 3 PM, Animas Museum

"Family Days--Animals"
Drop by the museum and create models of some of your favorite local animals just in time for spring. Free event.

June 1, 2013, Saturday 10am, Greenmount Cemetery

"Barkeeps, Ruffians and Shady Ladies"
Tour of Greenmount Cemetery, free for the public, donations to benefit the Museum.

June 8, 2013, Saturday, 10AM - 1 PM, Animas Museum

"Costume & Accessories Sale"
Have you always wanted a costume for those "dress" event around town? Here's your chance! We've organized a costume and accessories sale with local Victorian groups around town who are cleaning out their closets. You'll find jewelry, hats, belts, shoes, fabric, dresses, shirts, waists, corsets and much more. If you would like a space to sell your items, please contact the museum by June 1. Space is limited, we've already booked 4 spaces. There is no charge for your space, we ask only that you help support local history by donating 10% of your sales, to the Animas Museum. Cash only, please! This is not a garage sale.

June 29, 2013, Saturday, 1PM - 3 PM, Animas Museum

"Family Days--Independence Day"
Let's get ready for Independence Day with patriotic crafts and activities. Free event.

July 27, 2013, Saturday, 1PM - 3 PM, Animas Museum

"Family Days--Fans"
Keep cool the old fashioned way with a decorated fan. Free event.

August 31, 2013, Saturday, 1PM - 3 PM, Animas Museum

"Family Days--Back to School"
Start school with a handmade stamped book-cover. Free event.