The only History Colorado museum on the Western Slope, the Ute Indian Museum offers one of the most complete collections of Ute artifacts in the United States. Dioramas, changing exhibits, and engaging programs bring history and culture of past, present and future generations together for all to learn about and enjoy.
The museum grounds include the Ouray Memorial Park, teepees, picnic areas, and the gravesite of Chief Ouray’s wife Chipeta, a native plants garden, an outdoor display of the Dominquez-Escalante Expedition of 1776, a pier out to the Uncompahgre River, and a museum store that features Ute pottery, silver, jewelry, books, and other handcrafted Indian artwork.
A multi-million dollar expansion is currently happening at the museum with an anticipated grand opening in June of 2017. Visit the temporary location at the Montrose Visitor Center located at 107 S Cascade Ave.
A special thank you to Mysterium Music , R.Carlos Nakai and Peter Kater for the "Ritual" piece used in this video.