Longmont Museum

The Longmont Museum serves as a vibrant cultural hub in Northern Colorado, offering a place where history, art, and community intersect. Its mission is to inspire discovery and connection through exhibitions, programs, and events that appeal to people of all ages. With a vision of being a true home for diverse stories and shared experiences, the museum continues to evolve alongside the community it represents.

The institution’s roots trace back to 1940, when its first exhibits opened in the carriage house of the Callahan House. Over the decades, the museum moved several times, each relocation reflecting its growth and the increasing demand for cultural resources in Longmont. In 1970, it transitioned from a private nonprofit to a department of the City of Longmont, solidifying its role as a public institution. A major turning point came in 1999, when voters overwhelmingly approved funding for a new museum building. This community-driven effort led to the creation of the current facility on Quail Road, enhanced further by the generosity of local donors.

Today, the Longmont Museum offers rotating exhibitions, robust educational programming, and spaces designed for engagement and reflection. Highlights include the Longs Peak Room with its sweeping mountain views and the Stewart Auditorium, opened in 2015, which hosts concerts, lectures, and films in an architecturally striking space.

The museum continues to look ahead with ambitious plans. A recent capital campaign supports the expansion of gallery space, the addition of a children’s gallery, and the revitalization of the outdoor courtyard. These enhancements underscore the museum’s dedication to accessibility, creativity, and lifelong learning.

As Longmont itself thrives as a welcoming, multicultural city, the museum mirrors that spirit by being a place where everyone belongs, inviting visitors to explore the richness of both local and global culture.