About Us
The San Luis Valley Museum allows you to grow your knowledge through an outstanding collection. You’ll learn more than you ever thought possible and grow your mind in a miraculous way. We are constantly keeping our offerings fresh through our special events, such as artist of the month and temporary exhibitions.
We are dedicated to enhancing the minds of our visitors at our ever growing institution. The History Museum doors have been open to guests since 1993. We are changing and evolving all the time in an effort to consistently offer new experiences to you and your family.
A Glimpse Into Our History
The San Luis Valley Museum was founded in 1993 by John and Dorothy Brandt and was originally housed in the old Alamosa County Jail. The museum moved to its' current location at 401 Hunt Avenue in Alamosa Colorado in 2005. The site was donated to the museum by local resident, Ralph Outcalt.
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The museum showcases the rich cultural diversity in the San Luis Valley: Native American, Hispanic, Dutch, Mormon, German, and Japanese among others.
Welcome from the Museum Director
Allison Pavletic
Director - San Luis Valley Museum
Whether you are passing through, a recent newcomer, or a long-time resident of the valley with generational ties that stretch back hundreds of years, you are welcome !
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The San Luis Valley Museum is honored to be the proud steward of a rich and diverse history - peppered with unique geological wonders, emotional trials and triumphs, cultural conquests and declines, era- defining moments, and quiet, intimate snap-shots one can only appreciate if directed to their secreted-away place. This valley holds so much more than you think.....I invite you to come and discover what hidden wonders await their re-telling.