Central City Attractions

Central City was once a booming gold mining town in the mountains west of Denver. Its annual Opera Festival has been a popular attraction since it began in 1932 with Lillian Gish in "Camille".

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Gilpin History Museum

The Gilpin History Museum in Central City is housed in a restored schoolhouse built in 1870 and used until the 1960's. It has a collection of antique dolls, a recreation of Main Street and artifacts from the mining history of the region.

Hours

May 25 to September 3

	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
Open	Closed	11:00	11:00	11:00	11:00	11:00	11:00
Close		16:00	16:00	16:00	16:00	16:00	16:00

Facilities

Gift shop

Typical Visit

1 hour

Thomas Historical House

The Thomas Historical House in Central City has historical exhibits and a collection of artifacts.

Hours

May 29 to September 7

	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
Open	Closed	11:00	11:00	11:00	11:00	11:00	11:00
Close		16:00	16:00	16:00	16:00	16:00	16:00

Guides

Guided tour included with admission.

Typical Visit

30 minutes