Hayden Heritage Center​
Museum & Leslie Memorial Research Library
300 W. Pearl Street in the Old Depot
P.O. Box 543, Hayden Co 81639
(970)276-4380
haydenmuseum@zirkel.us
Welcome to the Hayden Heritage Center!
Located in the historic Moffat Railroad Depot Building since 1972, the Museum (established in 1964) has exhibits on local area history from cowboying and homesteading to coal mining and farming. Experience the authenticity of the homesteaders and the lives they carved out in this rugged corner of Northwest Colorado.
The Museum is home to the Leslie Memorial Research Library, a fantastic resource for research whether it is subject based or genealogical. We have numerous books on local and regional history, as well as various subjects including Railroad, Quarter Horse Collection, out of print books, unpublished manuscripts, family files as well as subject catalogue files and more! You can also access the Museum collection database and look at the Museums wonderful collection of photos at one of the two public computer stations (with internet access) in the research library, which is located conveniently on the first floor.
The Museum has a gift shop with books on local, regional and Colorado history, children's books and toys, as well as unique gifts!
2025 Museum Events
June 14- Mt. Harris Walking Tour-
Meet at 9 am at the Mt Harris Memorial on Hwy 40. Bring your own water bottle and dress for the weather. We will be walking on some uneven rough roadway. Please note there are no restroom facilities. Parking will be at the Memorial site which is limited. Event is free- donations greatly appreciated.
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July 3- Museum -Closed to the public until 1 pm for large group visit
July 4- Museum is Closed for the Fourth!
July 19- Hayden Hoedown Fundraiser Dance
at the Historic Hayden Granary. Fundraiser event for both the Museum and the Historic Granary both are 501c3 Non Profits. Note: this event was originally scheduled for
the 18th but due to conflicts!
July 30- Museum is closed until 1 pm for large group visit
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August-
Be sure to stop in to the Fair Exhibit Hall and visit the Museum exhibit corner!
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October 4- Echoes of the past-
Cemetery Stroll with the Hayden School District Drama Club. Come and hear the stories of residents!
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December-
Holiday Stroll TBA
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Our events , programs and continued operations are due to the support of our Individual Members, Donors and Corporate/Business Sponsors!!
We Give a heartfelt "Thank You!" for your continued support!!!!
2023/24 Members & Donors
Anonymous
Armstrong, C.
Ashbaugh, C.
Barnes, B. & BJ
Barnes C.
Bonnifield, P & E.
Borg, M.
Butruille, S.
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Copeland, K. & E.
Corbin, F.
Crawford, J.
Cusick, R.
Davis, J.
Dawson, L.
Dayhoff, Judith
Doolin, B.
Duran, R.
Dworsky, S.
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Erickson, M.
Erwin- Nicks, C.
Faucett, D. & K.
Frentress, G.
Friederich Family
Frink, M.
Gibbons, E.
Gilroy, K.
Green, J.
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Hannegan, B.
Hendy, C.
Hockett, D. & J.
Holly, D.
Howe, P.
Jost, T.& S.
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Kennedy, C.
Kuchler, E.
Kuchler, P.
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Lager, B. & D.
Lash, Ana & Shawn Field
Ledford, A.
Leslie, N.
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Mackey, A.
Mendisco, M. & H.
Merrill, J.& N.
Mladinich, C.
Monger, D. & L.
Moon, C.
Montgomery, A.
Mucklow, CJ & N.
Murphy, M.
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Paxton, Ana Del
Peckham, Nancy
Reed, S.
Romberg, B.
Rutherford, L.
Sanford, T. & R.
Semotan, J.
Shreeve, M.
Sikes, R.
Smith, M.
Sundberg, J. & B.
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Thormand, A.
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Valora, S.
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Watson, L. & B.
Wattles, T. & R.
Wickenden, D.
Wilkinson, R. & D.
Winn, G.
