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History in Your Backyard Summer History Camp
RBCHS is partnering with ERBM Recreation and Park District to host a history camp in June at the White River Museum! For kids pre-kindergarten through 9th grade, sign up at the Recreation Center for an experience in history to remember! June 6: Discover "old Meeker" with a historic walking tour June 13: ...
Pioneer Women of Rio Blanco County
Our presentation of PIONEER WOMEN of Rio Blanco County on April 7, 2013 at the Kilowatt Korner, was amazing! The meeting opened with attention to Evelyn Metzger and her 100th birthday...a lovely corsage was presented along with a beautiful rose arrangement and an impressive birthday cake. The entire group sang happy ...
Rural Schools of Rio Blanco County
The Rio Blanco County Historical Society has had the *3R's Committee compiling information about our rural schools for the past few years. They have successfully accumulated photos and history, exact locations and stories from those who attended. With this information, they are compiling brochures for self-guided tours throughout the county ...
JOIN TODAY!!
Join the Rio Blanco County Historical Society TODAY to be a part of not only preserving history but making history! Our 2013 Projects include: Phase 2 Lighting and Exhibit Project to preserve and enhance collections in Room 5 of the White River Museum (grants/donations pending) Museum Events to create exciting events to ...
Museum Store - Books and Antiques
Welcome to our museum store! We offer inspiring books about our local history and wonderful antiques for sale. Feel free to browse our store and if we can assist with any purchase, please let us know! "What I Remember" Series. There are three volumes to choose from starting with Vol ...
Welcome
Welcome to the Rio Blanco Historical Society and The White River Museum!
The Museum is located 565 Park Ave. in Meeker, Colorado
Phone: 970-878-9982
Spring/Summer Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday 9:00 – 5:00; Saturday – Sunday 10:00 – 5:00
Photo by Sparky Pappas
Winter Hours of Operation: 10-4 Monday – Saturday, 10-5 Sundays.
The Historical Society continues fund-raising projects to support the museum and the Milk Creek Battlefield Park, a memorial to the soldiers and Indians who died there.
Contributions are welcome in this effort. You can safely donate here via PayPal!
email: wrmuseum@rioblancocounty.org
president@rioblancocounty.org