Learn more about the rich history of Montezuma County and the Four Corners Region.
SUMMER HOURS
Tuesday – Saturday | 10 AM – 4 PM*
*Open until 6:30 PM on the first Friday of each month, May to September, in conjunction with Cortez First Fridays.
Closed Independence Day (July 4th), Thanksgiving (Nov. 26th & 27th), and Winter Holidays (Dec. 22nd – Jan. 2nd)
SUMMER HOURS
Tuesday – Saturday | 10 AM – 4 PM*
*Open until 6:30 PM on the first Friday of each month, May to September, in conjunction with Cortez First Fridays.
Closed Independence Day (July 4th), Thanksgiving (Nov. 26th & 27th), and Winter Holidays (Dec. 22nd – Jan. 2nd)
$5 for visitors 12 & older |Â FREE for membersÂ
Parking is FREE
Tour buses & large RVs are encouraged to park nearby on E. 1st St.Â
The Montezuma Heritage Museum is committed to providing an accessible and welcoming experience for all visitors.
Montezuma Heritage Museum
35 S. Chestnut Street
Cortez, CO 81321
From the East (Durango, Mancos, and Mesa Verde)
Travel west on U.S. Highway 160/Main Street toward downtown Cortez. Continue through town and turn left (south) onto S. Chestnut Street. The Montezuma Heritage Museum is located one block south of Main Street at 35 S. Chestnut Street.
From the West (Monticello, Utah, and Four Corners)
Travel east on U.S. Highway 160/Main Street toward downtown Cortez. Continue through downtown and turn right (south) onto S. Chestnut Street. The Montezuma Heritage Museum is located one block south of Main Street at 35 S. Chestnut Street.
Parking is available near the museum, including designated accessible parking spaces. The museum entrance is located on the Chestnut Street side of the building.
Stop by during our regular hours or plan a little extra time after your museum visit to browse the store!
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Our museum store offers:
A great selection of local and regional history books
Products from iconic local brands, including Bow & Arrow Brand, Adobe Milling, Cortez Milling, and more
Unique gifts and souvenirs for all ages
You can also shop our online store—items are available for online purchase and can be picked up at the museum.
We’re happy to welcome groups to the museum! Please contact us in advance so we can best accommodate your visit.
Email execdirector@montezumamuseum.org or call (970) 516-1100 to schedule.
Oversized Vehicle & Bus Parking Directions
Turn left onto Elm Street from Main Street/Hwy 160. Continue one block and turn left onto E. 1st Street. Free parking is available on the right side or along the street. The museum is a half-block walk from 1st Street.
