Penrose Heritage Museum
About the Business
Located at 11 Lake Circle in Colorado Springs, Colorado, the Penrose Heritage Museum is a must-visit cultural institution and tourist attraction. This museum showcases the legacy of Spencer and Julie Penrose, co-founders of El Pomar Foundation, as well as the rich history of the Pikes Peak region.
Visitors to the museum can explore a collection of 30 carriages owned and used by the Penroses, as well as an exhibit featuring the official race car and memorabilia collection of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, which Spencer started in 1916. The museum offers three unique galleries that capture the eclectic regional history, including the Carriage Gallery, Pikes Peak Hill Climb Experience, and Heritage Gallery.
In addition to the fascinating exhibits, the Penrose Heritage Museum also offers guided tours for groups of up to 25 people. Visitors can enjoy free parking in The Broadmoor parking garage located next to the museum, with validation provided for up to 1.5 hours. While food and beverages are not allowed inside the museum, visitors are welcome to bring water.
The museum is closed on select days throughout the year, but visitors can plan their trip accordingly by checking the schedule in advance. The Penrose Heritage Museum is dedicated to preserving and sharing the legacy of the Penroses, as well as supporting initiatives that promote the success and well-being of Colorado and its residents. Don't miss the opportunity to explore this unique and enriching cultural institution in Colorado Springs.
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Location & Phone number
11 Lake Cir, Colorado Springs, CO 80906, United States
Hours open
Monday:
Closed
Tuesday:
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday:
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Thursday:
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Friday:
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Saturday:
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Sunday:
Closed
Reviews
"Totally loved it. Interesting history on the Penrose Family. The museum was free of charge. It's kid friendly and handicap acceptable. Also Interesting reading about the Pikes Peaks racing on the mountain."
"Fun museum of the Pikes Peak hill climb. And beautiful collection of carriages belonging to Mr. Penrose. The museum is free and if you park in the garage next to it they will validate your parking"
"What a fantastic museum! Staff were super friendly and the exhibits were great!"
"Beautifully staged museum...with two different focuses. One was the collection of the Penrose family carriages and other riding gear. Everything from big fancy full sized carriages to small donkey (or llama!) carts. All beautifully preserved and displayed. The other focus was the history of the Pikes Peak Hill Climb race... something that had been run every year (except during the world wars) for over 100 years! Displayed are cars and motorcycles that have participated in the race over the decades. There is also a really good video to watch that really takes you through race's history. Even if you are not interested in racing, there are some very interesting characters and episodes that really bring the race to life. While the museum isn't very large, you can spend several hours there...especially if you take in the video."
"Still the one and only Museum that has it all !! Old west artifacts like no other, carriages that are among the best in the world ! RACE CARS tributes to drivers. Historic automobile displays, narratives and motion videos with excellent viewing for all ages ! Highly recommend Parking is validated by a sticker on your receipt, pick one up in the museum when you walk in Use the right hand down ramp by the entrance and take elevator on west wall"
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