The Lafayette History Museum preserves and interprets the cultural and historical heritage of Lafayette, Colorado. Housed in the historic Lewis Home, an 1890s coal miner's cottage, the museum showcases the area's history through exhibits, programming, tours, and artifacts. Its vision is to be a vibrant center that honors Lafayette's heritage and inspires curiosity about the future. The museum's collection spans over 4,000 items, reflecting the town's evolution from its mining and farming roots to its current identity, with a strong emphasis on its coal mining legacy, early settlement, and community life. The museum also offers educational programs for schools and community groups, and makes its collections accessible through an online database.
