Upcoming Events - 2008
April 17th thru July 19th: Ouray County Postal History Exhibit opens on May 17th. Included in this comprehensive exhibit will be representative covers from many no longer existant post ofices in the county as well as many other artifacts and information regarding the history of the postal system in Ouray County. A special reception recognizing Ouray County current and former postal employees will be held May 13th, 7:30 tp 9:00 pm at the museum at 420 Sixth Avenue. The reception will also feature guests Bill Bower and Jim Ozment, authors of Colorado Post Offices, 1859-1989 published by the Colorado Railroad Museum.
May 26th thru July 19th: Photo exhibit "San Juan Memories", $5 per photo entry fee, ribbon winners from the past may not submit the same image this year, entries due by May 15, no more than three entries by any one artist, juried by well-known local photographer Doug Richards. Juried first place prize - $75, Juried 2nd place prize - $50, Juried 3rd place prize - $25. Peoples Choice Award - $25. Contact museum for details. Opening Reception May 26, 2:00-4:00 pm.