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November/December 2016
Raffle for the Rick Adleman T. rex Skull Painting
Tickets: $5 eachWhat can 5 bucks buy? A frappucino at the coffee
shop? Slice of pizza and soda? Happy Meal?
All of those will be gone in 10 minutes!
What about a chance to win a * SUPER COOL * painting by
paleontology artist Rick Adelman?
YES!
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Run, don't walk (but be careful going around the roundabouts),
to Dinosaur Journey or the Museum of the West to get your raffle
tickets!
The drawing will be held at 3 pm on December 16, 2016 at
Dinosaur Journey Museum. You don’t need to be present to win, but
you do need to buy a ticket!
$5
$5 $5
$5
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Western SlopeCowboy Poetry and Music
Gathering
November 4 & 5Reception:
Friday, November 4 • 5:00 pm Museum of the West • 5th &
Ute
Performances: Friday, November 4 • 7:00-9:00 pm
Saturday, November 5 1:00-5:00 pm • 7:00-9:00 pm
Whitman Educational Center • 4th & Ute
Reception & Saturday Afternoon Performances: FreeFriday
& Saturday Evening Performances: Adults/$10; Children under
12/Free
Tickets available online: www.museumofwesternco.org
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Local & National Cowboy Poets & MusiciansFeaturing:
Jeneve Rose MitchellWinner of the 2013 Western Music
Association’s award
for Best Harmony Duo and CURRENT finalist in this season’s
American Idol
Plus:
Al AlbrethsenJerry ‘Brooksie’ Brooks
Nona Kelley CarverThe Great Western Heritage Show
Randy Huston Susie Knight
Slim McWilliams Peggy Malone
Terry NashDennis Russell
Schedule and performer bios:
www.westernslopecowboygathering.com
Books and music by the performers will be available for
purchase.
Thanks to our generous sponsors:
Additional support provided by Donnie Wynkoop & Fruita City
Market, Barbara Richhart, Georgia & John Thompson, Pace
Handyman Services, Van Loan Ranch,
and David May in memory of William “Bill” May
Lois & Edward Gardner
Valerie & Floyd Beard
Sandy Reay
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Authors' Party and Booksigning
Find the perfect gift and
have it personalized for the
holidays!
Museum of the West
462 Ute Ave
Grand Junction
This event is a fundraiser for
the Museums of Western
Colorado.
Light refreshments will be
served.
November 5, 2016 • 10 am-2 pm
Some of the participating authors:
David P. Bailey author of the expedition book Distant
Treasures in the Mist: A Western Colorado Adventure
Judy Blevins author of Double Jeopardy, The Legacy, and
Swan Song
Sally Crum author of The Night the Stars Fell, People of the
Red Earth: American Indians of Colorado, Race to the
Moonrise, and Race to the River
Robert B. Elliot author of Real Glider Replicas, Build and
Fly
the First Flyers, and Inventing Flight
June Marie Favre author of autobiography Begin Where You
Are
Steve and Denise Hight co-authors of Legendary Locals of
Fruita
Nicole Inman author of Images of America: Plateau Valley
Curtis Martin author of Ephemeral Bounty: Wickiups, Trade
Goods, and the Final Years of the Autonomous Ute
Patricia Martin author of A Meadow Lark Calling
Carroll Multz author of Justice Denied, Deadly Deception,
The Devil’s Scribe, The Chameleon, and Shades of
Innocence
Anthony Prinster author of The History of City Market: The
Brothers Four and the Colorado Back Slope Empire
And more of your favorite authors!
Authors' Party information: 970.858.7282
General information: 970.242.0971
www.museumofwesternco.org
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Oral History ProgramEvery 3rd Thursday at Noon
November 17December 15
Whitman Educational Center • 248 S. Fourth St.
Our November presenter will be Garry Brewer giving a talk on the
history of the Masons in the Grand Valley.
In December, the Simons will present a history of Enstrom's
Candies. There will also be a holiday cookie exchange.
Oral History programs are held at the Whitman Educational
Center, 248 S. Fourth St. They are jointly sponsored by the Museums
of Western Colorado and the Mesa County Historical Society and are
free to the public. The programs are held on the third Thursday of
the month at noon.
Program News
Museum Gallery TourNovember 17
Behind the Scenes Operations Tour
December 15
5:30 pm–7:00 pmMeet at the Museum of the West
On November 17, join David Bailey, Curator of History, for a
tour of the Museum of the West's galleries. Then on December 15
join him for a look behind the scenes at the Museum of the
West.
$5 per person; No preregistration required
Holiday Gift Ideas!
Looking for a special gift for the historian in your life? How
about the budding paleontologist?
Look no further than our gift shops for gifts—we have something
for everyone! Books, toys, jewelry, art, t-shirts!
If you still are stumped, how about a gift certificate for a
Dinosaur Dig? Or a Trips and Tours adventure?
Museum memberships also make great gifts! They are gifts that
keep giving all year round!
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COLORADO GIVESThanks to the generous support of community
members like you,
the Museums of Western Colorado have been
DiscoveringPreserving
Sharingthe rich history of the Grand Valley for over 50
years.
Your continued support will help us to safeguard the historical
and paleontological legacies of Western Colorado for
generations to come.
Please take a few minutes to support us on Colorado Gives
Day.
For additional information: Dana Poll at
[email protected]
Colorado’s largest one-day online giving movement, presented by
Community First Foundation and FirstBank, is coming up and we need
your support.
On Tuesday, December 6, 2016, thousands of donors will come
together to support Colorado nonprofits like ours. Last year we
raised $29,302. This year, our goal is to raise $32,000. Your
support helps us to Discover, Preserve and Share the rich heritage
of Western Colorado.
About Colorado Gives DayColorado Gives Day is powered by
ColoradoGives.org, a year-round website featuring more than 1,900
nonprofits. ColoradoGives.org encourages charitable giving by
providing comprehensive, objective and up-to-date information about
Colorado nonprofits and an easy way to support them online.
$1 Million Incentive FundThanks to Community First Foundation
and First Bank, Colorado Gives Day features a $1 Million Incentive
Fund, one of the largest gives-day incentive funds in the country.
Every nonprofit receiving a donation on Colorado Gives Day receives
a portion of the Incentive Fund, which increases the value of every
dollar donated.
To donate to us on Colorado Gives Day, go to:
www.coloradogives.org/museumofwesternco/overview. Or, beginning
November 1, 2016, schedule your donation early!
SUPPORT THE MUSEUMS OF WESTERN COLORADO ON COLORADO GIVES
DAY!
Museums of Western Colorado
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Did you know...For over 50 years the Museums of Western Colorado
have been serving the residents and visitors of Mesa County. Last
year nearly 69,000 people visited one or more of our three Museums;
61% of those were children and families. Many of these families
made the Grand Valley a “destination” specifically because they
wanted to visit one of our sites! The educational and economic
impact of the Museums of Western Colorado is a major contributor to
the vitality of the Grand Valley.
Dinosaur Journey Museum‘s hands-on, interactive exhibits gained
national recognition in 2015 when the Travel Channel named Dinosaur
Journey one of “America’s Best Dinosaur Exhibits.” In addition,
Dinosaur Journey’s Paleontology Expeditions were recognized by
Yahoo Travel as one of “10 Places to Get Your Paleo On.” This
summer, a rare skull was discovered by a 10 year old boy on one of
our Dinosaur Digs!
The Museum of the West interprets over a thousand years of
Western Colorado history including the spectacular Philip and Gail
Holstein collection. This collection features rare prehistoric
pottery from Ancestral Pueblo, Hohokam, and Mimbres cultures.
Cross Orchards Historic Site provides a glimpse “back in time”
for over one thousand school children each year and is also widely
known for making one of the best apple ciders in Western
Colorado!
Your continued support will help us to safeguard the historical
and paleontological legacies of Western Colorado for generations to
come.
$50.00 Will replace an apple tree at our Cross Orchards Historic
Site.
$100.00Will aid in the creation of Heritage and Paleontology
kits that will be used to engage elementary students throughout
Mesa County.
$250.00 Will support conservation and processing of a priceless
Native American artifact.
$500.00 Will help Dinosaur Journey Museum to build the skeleton
of a baby Apatosaurus.
$1,000 Will help fund the cost of travelling exhibits at
Dinosaur Journey and the Museum of the West.
Colorado Gives Day - December 6, 2016For the seventh consecutive
year, Community First Foundation and FirstBank are partnering to
present Colorado Gives Day, an annual statewide movement to
celebrate and increase philanthropy in Colorado through online
giving. Nonprofits receiving a donation via ColoradoGives.org on
December 6, 2016 also receive a portion of the $1 Million Incentive
Fund, which increases the value of every dollar donated! Visit:
www.coloradogives.org
Museums of Western Colorado’s WebsiteDonations are always
welcome on our website!Visit: www.museumofwesternco.org
Please note: While we are extremely grateful for mail-in
donations and those via our website, they do not qualify for the
Colorado Gives Day Incentive Fund.
Legacy GiftsBecome a member of the Museums of Western Colorado’s
Legacy Society by remembering us in your will and trusts. For more
information, please contact 970.242.0971, ext. 212 or email at
[email protected].
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Map Your 2017 Adventure!
High Road to Taos in the HolidaysDecember 9–13 • Register by
November 9Led by Peter BoothExperience the charm of northern New
Mexico traveling along the High Road to Taos, a winding and
historic journey through the picturesque Land of Enchantment. We
will visit the renowned Millicent Rogers Museum; the Fort
Burgwin/Pot Creek ruins; and the Taos Pueblo, a World Heritage Site
continuously inhabited for over 1,000 years. We will also visit
Chimayo, home of a wonderful weaving tradition; the legendary
Santuario; the Rancho de Chimayo; and enjoy the feast day dances at
the Pojoaque Pueblo.$875/Museum member; $940/Non-member - includes
transportation, lodging, and admission
Photo courtesy of © Sumikophoto
The MWC is honored to bring to its members and friends an
exciting list of trips and tours. For 2017, we will be hosting a
wonderful collection of adventures close to home, discovering
treasures here in western Colorado and eastern Utah. This starts
with snowshoeing on Grand Mesa, and includes boating in the Black
Canyon and De Beque Canyon, jeeping to Corkscrew Gulch, historic
bar hopping up through Aspen, and more. In addition, we have our
exciting Grand Tour of Great Britain. And to round off the year, we
are following the route of the Civil War in New Mexico and taking
the train to the Grand Canyon (with a stay at the El Tovar). Look
for the MWC’s 2017 Trips and Tours brochure to be printed soon.
January 28 Snowshoeing on the Grand Mesa Robert GayFebruary 22
No Bar Too Far: Toast to the Colorado River Valley Dr. Peter
BoothMarch 18 Rock Art of Canyon Pintado Dr. John SeebachMarch 31
Arches National Park Geology Dr. Julia McHughApril 18 Roc Creek
Rock Art Zebulon MiracleApril 27 Great Museums of Utah David
BaileyMay 26 Wild West Forensic David BaileyJune 22 Land’s End Road
and Ute Legends David BaileyJuly 7 Corkscrew Gulch Jeep Tour David
BaileyJuly 11 Black Canyon-Morrow Point Boat Tour Carla Hatch July
25-27 Rivers, Tracks, Dinosaurs Dr. Julia McHughAugust 8 Jet
Boating De Beque Canyon Carla Hatch August 22 Wild Steer Uranium
Heritage Zebulon MiracleSeptember 2-16 Grand Tour of Great Britain
Erin SchmitzSeptember 25 Roaring Fork River Valley Heritage Dr.
Peter BoothOctober 13 Rock Art of Moab Dr. John SeebachOctober 30
Cemetery Tour Garry Brewer, Erin Schmitz, & Marie
TippingNovember 13-17 Civil War in New Mexico Dr. Peter
BoothDecember 10-13 Grand Canyon by Train Robert Gay
Passport to Adventure
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Photo courtesy of Erin Schmitz
Grand Tour of Great Britain
September 2-16, 2017 • Register by December 31Led by Erin
Schmitz
Discover what makes Great Britain truly great as you explore
this delightful island from top to bottom. Start in Edinburgh, the
Georgian Scottish capital, before heading south to Wales, passing
through the lovely English countryside and historic cities like
York and Liverpool along the way. Then it’s off to the Roman town
of Bath and royal London—the perfect finishing touch on this
quintessentially British experience. The tour includes all
breakfasts, five three-course dinners, private motor coach, guided
sightseeing, select entrance fees, and airfare from Denver,
Colorado.
$5,600/Museum member; $5,800/Non-member$450 deposit; due by
December 31st
Reserve your space today!
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BREAKFAST with SANTADecember 3 • 9 - 11 am
Dinosaur Journey Museum550 Jurassic Ct., Fruita
It's almost time!
Join us for a festive event with both Santa Claus and
dinosaurs!
You will enjoy a hot breakfast from McDonald’s among the
prehistoric giants and, of course, a visit from Santa Claus!
Only 150 tickets will be offered for this popular event, so
don’t wait!
$8 per person pre-registration is requiredCall 970.242.0971,
ext. 212.
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Grand Valley Model Railroad Club's
28TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS TRAIN SHOW 2016
Cross Orchards Historic Site3073 F Road
December 10 & 11 December 17 & 18December 23 &
24
December 31 & January 1
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Child/$1; Adult/$4; Family $7
Make sure you check out the early stages of the Model Railroad
Club's new addition!
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Seeking Nominations for the Museums of Western Colorado's 5th
Annual Heritage Awards
Nominations due January 18, 2017
Honors to be presented at the MWC’s Heritage Awards Ceremony,
March 7, 2017
The Museums of Western Colorado’s (MWC) mission is to help the
community preserve its heritage and tell its story. This is a
significant undertaking. For this reason, the MWC relies on others
in the community, either in cooperation with the Museums or
individually, to help fulfill this very important mission. It is an
honor and privilege for the MWC to be able to recognize leaders and
organizations who have contributed so significantly to the
community’s heritage.
We are turning to our members and the community in seeking
nominations for the MWC’s 2017 Heritage Awards. The chosen
recipients will be honored at the MWC’s Heritage Awards Ceremony on
March 7, 2017. We will be honoring people and organizations in six
areas:
• Historian Award - This award recognizes distinguished and
long-term contributions by an individual, group or organization to
the public understanding and appreciation of Mesa County and
Western Slope history. • George Callison Paleontological Award -
This award recognizes distinguished and long-term contributions by
an individual, group or organization to the public understanding
and appreciation of Mesa County and Western Slope Paleontological
heritage. • Heritage Enterprise Award - This award recognizes a
business enterprise that has made distinguished and significant
long-term contributions to the preservation of Mesa County’s
heritage. • Museums Service Award - This award recognizes
meritorious efforts by an individual, group or organization in
support of the MWC’s mission and vision.• Preservation Award - This
award recognizes distinguished and long-term efforts of an
individual, group or organization to the preservation of Mesa
County’s architectural treasures.• Archeological Award – New last
year, this award recognizes the distinguished and long-term
contributions by an individual, group or organization to the public
understanding and appreciation of Mesa County and Western Slope
archeological heritage.
To nominate someone, please submit a letter including:• the
award category,• your proposed nomination• one-page description of
why the person, persons or organization should be honored. •
contact information for you and your nominee (specifically mailing
address, daytime phone number and email).
MWC Staff and Board Members are not eligible to be recipients of
the awards.
Nominations must be received by January 18, 2017 to be
considered. We hope all of our members will join us at the Heritage
Awards Ceremony on March 7, 2017.
Please mail all nominations to: Museums of Western Colorado
ATTN: Heritage Awards P.O. Box 20,000 Grand Junction, Colorado
81502-5020
Heritage Awards
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Cross Orchard Historic SiteBeautiful location for any of your
rental needs
A 24-acre indoor and outdoor site with 100 years of agricultural
heritageSeating capacity up to 125 in Packing Shed
Seating in Orchard View room approximately 60
Dinosaur JourneyMeet among the dinosaurs in Fruita, Colorado
Auditorium seating capacity up to 95 Gallery also available
Museum of the West and Whitman Educational CenterBoard Room
Rental capacity approximately 25
Gallery Rental capacity approximately 75Whitman Educational
Center up to 150 people
Weddings-Meetings-Parties-Dinners-Photo ShootAmenities include:
WIFI, multi-media projection system, microphone,
stage, podium, tables, and chairs
For more information contact: Denise YanezPhone: 970-261-1599 or
970-242-0971, ext. 206
Email: [email protected]
Through strong stewardship and relevant programming, the Museums
of Western Colorado strives to inspire the community to preserve
its heritage and tell its story.
Dinosaur Journey collects, preserves, interprets and displays
evidence of the history of life and environments of western
Colorado and geologically related surrounding areas.
The Loyd Files Research Library provides learning and research
opportunities for exploring and interpreting western Colorado’s
past, present and future.
The Museum of the West is dedicated to the collection,
preservation, exhibition and interpretation of artifacts that
represent the rich heritage and history of western Colorado and the
contiguous areas of the American West.
Cross Orchards Historic Site utilizes living history to
preserve, interpret and educate the public on agriculture,
transportation and the social history of the region.
Museums of Western ColoradoP.O. Box 20000
Grand Junction, CO 81502-5020970.242.0971
www.museumofwesternco.orgSubscribe to e-news and more at
[email protected]
or on our website.
Museum Times is the bimonthly newsletter of the Museums of
Western Colorado informing members and supporters of news,
programs, and events.
Museum membership entitles you to free admission to all of our
sites, as well as discounts for various programs. Check our website
for updated membership fees.
Rentals
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Museums of Western ColoradoP.O. Box 20,000Grand Junction, CO
[email protected]
Cross Orchards Historic Site3073 F Road • 970.434.9814Closed for
the season
Dinosaur Journey Museum550 Jurassic Court, Fruita •
970.858.7282October 1-April 30Monday-Saturday • 10 am-4 pmSunday •
Noon-4 pm
Museum of the West462 Ute (5th & Ute) • 970.242.0971October
1-April 30Monday-Saturday • 10 am-4 pmClosed Sunday
Loyd Files Research Library Second floor of Museum of the
West462 Ute (5th & Ute) • 970.242.0971Tuesday-Thursday • 10
am-4 pmMonday and Friday by appointment only
Non-ProfitOrganization
U.S. POSTAGE PAIDGrand Junction, CO
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THRU FEB 12 Western Colorado Weaponry Exhibit • Museum of the
West
NOV 4 & 5 Western Slope Cowboy Poetry and Music Gathering •
See inside and our website for details.
5 10 am-2 pm Authors' Party at Museum of the West
11 10 am Volunteer Craft Meeting at Cross Orchards Historic
Site
16 10 am Volunteer Meeting at Cross Orchards Historic Site
17 Noon Oral History Program at Whitman Educational Center
17 5:30-7 pm Museum Gallery Tour at Museum of the West
24 Happy Thanksgiving! All sites will be closed.
DEC 2 10 am Volunteer Craft Meeting at Cross Orchards Historic
Site
3 9-11 am Breakfast with Santa at Dinosaur Journey Museum
6 Colorado Gives Day
9–13 High Road to Taos in the Holidays Trip
10 & 11 10 am-4 pm Christmas Train Show at Cross Orchards
Historic Site
15 Noon Oral History Program at Whitman Educational Center
15 5:30-7 pm Behind the Scenes Tour at Museum of the West
16 10 am Volunteer Craft Meeting at Cross Orchards Historic
Site
17 & 18 10 am-4 pm Christmas Train Show at Cross Orchards
Historic Site
23 & 24 10 am-4 pm Christmas Train Show at Cross Orchards
Historic Site
25 Merry Christmas! All sites will be closed!
30 10 am Volunteer Craft Meeting at Cross Orchards Historic
Site
31 & JAN 1 10 am-4 pm Christmas Train Show at Cross Orchards
Historic Site
Please note: Dates and times of events, meetings, and programs
are subject to change; please call to confirm.