Best place to find unique gifts and the workshops are so much fun! The people are very friendly…read moreand knowledgeable about art. You can find decor or gifts in any price range.

This place was amazing! At $11 for a family of 7, it's an incredible value. There are several…read morebuildings, beginning with the original building built by the WPA in the 30's, with a large fireplace with local petrified wood. Most of that building has original displays, like a hand-painted & -lettered display about the geological history of the area made in the 1940's, and dioramas about cattle ranching. This building also houses Native American artifacts like arrowheads and katchina dolls. The next building (attached) proceeds past the ancient and pioneer history to the early days of Sterling. Another attached building takes us to 1900's history, up through the 1950's. My favorite was the recreation of the WPA art that was originally to be on the front of the building - sketches found tucked in a closet a few years ago by Harold Keeler and painted in 2025 by local artist Nate Laybourn. So excellently done and so exciting to find! Outdoors you'll find pioneer buildings like an old schoolhouse, barber shop, blacksmith shop, church, etc. as well as an old caboose. Our family loved this museum so much, we came two days in a row to see it all! Friendly staff and clean restrooms throughout as well as great AC for these hot summer days.

Stopped in today with my husband and 3 daughters for a place to stretch our legs coming from…read moreMichigan on our way to RMNP. It's was way better than expected! My 3 and 5 year olds both said how much fun they were having and didn't want to leave. We were on a tight time schedule so we only ended up spending about 2 hours there but we could've stayed a lot longer! Lots to see and do!

Wow, my yesterday's visit to this historic park was so mesmerizing. It's because of their annual…read more(?) "Bright Nights" (originally a lantern festival.) It is said that they unveil a brand new theme each year and this year's theme appears to be focused on some Eastern cultures such as cherry blossom and bamboo forest with pandas. Not that I have been to many lights shows and yet I must say that I have never seen anything quite like this as far as my recollection is accurate. In its 12-acre land, the installations of lantern lights are everywhere. After 8:30pm or so when it's dark, the illuminations from the lanterns are glowing brighter than Las Vegas' illuminations (LOL - why am I comparing this to Las Vegas!!) According to the park's website, some of the sculptures are 23-foot tall (such as the cherry blossom gate.) It's currently open from Wednesday through Sunday until October 5th. And last night's was one of the adult-only nights where you must be 21+ to enter (I believe the next and last such night is Sept 17th. And this writing is as of late August of 2025.) I am already curious as to what the next year's theme is going to be. There is a centralized bar, some food vendors, a stage where a performer performs, and a DJ booth. Great for family time, girls' night or date night. Helpful staff were working tirelessly to assist all visitors. Although about 1,300 tickets were sold last night, it was never super jammed packed. There is still time to visit this enchanting light show. Not only for the locals but definitely one of the must-visit attractions for out-of-staters as well.

Recently went to the Bright Lights event at this park and had a wonderful experience walking around…read morethe luminous colorful tall lanterns. Every inch of the 12 acres had lights and even in the trees and bushes. So many details that it seemed realistic. Many of the lanterns were interactive such as stationary bikes or cranks to power the lights to glow even brighter. The staff were friendly and happy to help. This event is for young and old and I highly recommend going!

Friendly crowd and good selection of music on juke. Really cheap food. They have lots of events…read morelike family pasta night, casino royale, etc. Fun place in a small neighborhood. Pool table inside and horseshoe throwing in the back.