Contributors
We would like to thank the following individuals and organizations for their contributions of photography to the Montrose Chamber of Commerce Web Site:
Bob Neilsen, Greg Clifton and
San Juan banner by Tim Frates
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Located at the corner of Main Street and Rio Grande Avenue in Historic Downtown Montrose. At 21 No. Rio Grande Avenue, the Montrose County Historical Museum provides food for the soul, nourishment for the mind and a dose of nostalgia, all in the warmth of an atmosphere akin to Grandma's kitchen. Founded in 1968, the Montrose County Historical Society worked to organize a museum, largely through the efforts and generous donation by people of the community. The present site was opened in May, 1974, when the Denver and Rio Grande Depot was donated to the City of Montrose. Staffed by friendly, capable volunteers, and housed in the former Denver and Rio Grande Railroad depot building, this museum focuses on all facets of early-day pioneer life and settlement of the incomparable Uncompahgre Valley. Built in 1912, the depot is on the National Register of Historic Places and retains much of is original character. An authentic caboose has recently been added to the railroad memorabilia collection.Homesteading, farming and ranching are depicted in two furnished log cabins, the large collection of farm machinery, tools and transportation items. Other featured displays include mining equipment, doll collection, a country store, clothing and household items, musical instruments, medical equipment and a rare display of Native American artifacts.The research library contains Montrose newspapers from 1896-1940, a large photo collection, historical publications, Sanborn Insurance maps and oral histories. Brochures, maps and other tourist information are offered free of charge. Books of the local area are available for purchase. Bus tours and school groups are welcome; reservations recommended for groups over 10. Admission required; senior and AAA discounts are offered. For more information, call (970) 249-2085 |
 Patrik
Davis Associates, A.I.A. is a limited liability company (LLC) owned and
directed by Patrik Davis, AIA. The firm has been providing architectural
services in western Colorado since 1984. Patrik Davis Associates (PDA) has a diversity of experience in successful health care, institutional, educational commercial, industrial and governmental projects. PDA has received recognition for its design of facilities which blends function and efficiency with attractive forms indigenous to our region. Renovation and adaptive reuse of historical buildings remain a focal strength of PDA. Beginning in 1984 with the conversion of 1922 schoolhouse into a community Senior Center and progressing to our 1998 Montrose Regional Library/Mesa State College conversion, PDA has directed 42 renovation projects, 14 of which are classified historically significant. Client satisfaction brought about by our continuing emphasis on design cost effectiveness has enabled Patrik Davis Associates to grow steadily in annual volume. The continued growth and reputation of the firm are the direct outcome of individual efforts and close cooperation by all of our staff and consulting engineers. In the performance of our services, innovative design is combined with sensitivity to client and project requirements, project economics and technical excellence. The firm applies the same high level of analysis and design quality to all projects, whether private or public, small or large, simple or complex. We believe our future success depends upon the continuation of these efforts and adherence to the highest professional standards. For more information call or e-mail: |
