Animas Museum

The 1904 Animas City School building houses the Animas Museum, a local history institution owned and operated by the La Plata County Historical Society. Directors and staff have transformed this historic structure into a museum dedicated to preserving the region's past. The museum provides a variety of exhibits and programs, including online options, webinars, and past events accessible to the public. Visitors and researchers can request assistance with specific research questions and photograph inquiries. Beyond physical exhibits, the organization engages in active preservation efforts, holding facade easements to protect local historical sites and stories. The museum also connects to broader regional history through resources like the 1776 Dominguez-Escalante Expedition and Southwest Colorado Oral Histories. It serves as part of the Mountains and Mesas Region Local Organizing Committee and encourages community support through memberships and donations via Colorado Gives. Volunteers are frequently needed, particularly for events like the La Plata County Fair.