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Black American West Museum & Heritage Center

Set in the home of Dr. Justina Ford, Colorado's first Black woman doctor, this museum is dedicated to the contributions of Black pioneers in the Old West. The 19th-century building was moved 12 blocks to become a museum.

Address: 3091 California St
Hours: Fri Sat 10AM-2PM
Price: Adults $17, seniors $15, youth 6-17/college ID/military ID $12, children 5 and under free
Website: bawmhc.org (opens in a new tab)

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