A visit to the Bradford Washburn American Mountaineering Museum is a fascinating journey that educates, inspires, and immerses one in the beauty, history, adventure & cultures found in the world’s mountains.

Located in downtown Golden, CO, the museum showcases the contributions of legendary mountaineers & climbers and their roles in history, while educating in an interactive environment.

Bringing Everest stories into perspective

For anyone that has read an Everest expedition book or article, the push-pin marked routes on the large-scale model of Mt Everest bring the accounts to life.

View the historic West Ridge route climbed in 1963 by American Tom Hornbein & Willie Unsoeld or trace the first ascent climbed in 1953 by Edmund Hillary & Tenzing Norgay while gaining a deeper understanding and respect for the bravery, adventure & skill these mountaineers have contributed to history.

Historical artifacts & mountaineering pioneers

The evolution & spirit of mountaineering is captured in the collection of historic items the museum displays.

Living in & protecting our mountains

The museum educates with interactive, colorful exhibits ranging from learning more about the effect of altitude on humans to the cultures that live in the world’s mountains.

American Mountaineering Museum

Location: 710 10th Street Golden, CO 80401
Hours: Monday-Saturday, Closed Sunday
Phone: 303-996-2755
Website: mountaineeringmuseum.org

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