The best museums in Breckenridge in September 2025

These are the top 5 best museums in Breckenridge, United States, ranked by their rating and popularity in 2025. Click a museum for more information about the museum, including visitor information, exhibitions and reviews.

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Looking for the best museums in Breckenridge? These are the best ones:

  1. Barney Ford Museum1

    Barney Ford Museum

     Breckenridge, CO
    Enslaved for the first 26 years of his life, Barney Ford fought through racism, f ires and financial hardship to become one of Colorado’s leading businessmen and civil rights pioneers. After advocating for his own freedom, Ford started businesses in places as far away as Nicaragua and as close a
  2. High Line Railroad Park2

    High Line Railroad Park

     Breckenridge, CO
    Today, the High Line Railroad Park, which sits parallel to the original rail right of way, showcases original rail equipment and displays about the town’s railroad history. A mining and railroad themed playground is a popular attraction for families.
  3. Edwin Carter Museum3

    Edwin Carter Museum

     Breckenridge, CO
    150 years ago, Edwin Carter built a log cabin to house a museum, eventually showcasing an astounding collection of 3,300 taxidermied animals. A true pioneer, Carter was not only a gold prospector but also a naturalist whose passion for wildlife shaped Colorado’s scientific heritage. His specimens be
  4. Breckenridge Welcome Center Museum4

    Breckenridge Welcome Center Museum

     Breckenridge, CO
    Learn about the past of Breckenridge and the region through exhibitions, guided tours and various events. There's something for everyone.
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    Breckenridge Distillery

     Breckenridge, CO
    A well-known distillery where you can take a tour to learn about the process of making spirits. Its tasting room is also worth visiting.

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