Historic Engine 169
Created to meet passenger train needs for the Denver and Rio Grande Railroad, this engine was part of an order of 12 engines and is said to be one of the oldest surviving locomotives of the D&RG Railroad!
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Arts and Culture
Alamosa Artscape
Sculptures that are annually updated and installed in Downtown Alamosa, CO
Read More >Firedworks Gallery
A large selection of collectible art, prints, jewelry, weaving's, pottery, sculptures and custom framing
Read More >San Luis Valley History Museum
The San Luis Valley Museum, located at 4th and Hunt in Alamosa, features displays of the diversified cultures and arts of the area. Among the various displays in the museum are the costumes worn in the 1860's by frontiersman, Tom Tobin, and numerous Indian artifacts and clothing of the late 19th Century. In the museum, visitors can experience two display rooms; one is a typical old school room and one room displays a traditional trading post. Also on display are fascinating collections of railroading memorabilia, cultural artifacts of the early settlers, farming and ranching, and a display of arrowheads and exotic insects. A veteran's memorial wall honors those who served, with varied displays of uniforms from World War I and World War II. A unique collection of old hats and dolls is also on display. Rotational displays are planned for future diversified exhibits. Stop in and browse the gift shop while you are there. Hours are Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Read More >Historic Downtown Alamosa Walking Tour
A stroll around Alamosa’s downtown reveals its history and small town charm. From red brick to pressed metal ornamentation and glazed colored tile, Alamosa is a study in the architectural trends that have passed through the nation since the 19th century —late Victorian, commercial brick, Mission Revival, and Art Deco styles stand side by side in this tightly constructed area.
Read More >Luther Bean Museum at ASU
The Luther E. Bean Museum features a beautiful collection of Native American pottery including pottery by Maria "Marie" Martinez and Acoma and Santo Domingo Pueblos. Visitors can also view Navajo and Rio Grande Valley weavings that includes a weaving by Eppie Archuleta.
Read More >Society Hall
Society Hall, located in the heart of Alamosa, is rapidly becoming the choice music venue in Alamosa for performing artists who appreciate superb acoustics and a uniquely intimate environment. In the space of one year, Society Hall went from a vacant building to a dream come true for a local group of community members and musicians. This group saw the old building for all of its potential.
Read More >Stations of the Cross: San Luis Bronze Sculptures & Art
A short 45-minute drive southeast of Alamosa will lead you to the town of San Luis, home of a cultural and spiritual display of inspiring art. The Stations of the Cross are beautifully depicted in a series of bronze sculptures by internationally known San Luis artist Huberto Maestas.
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