From The Archives: History of Film in the Gunnison Valley

Lights, camera, Crested Butte!

Long before Hollywood discovered the Gunnison Valley’s spectacular scenery, these mountains were already putting on quite a show.

Join the Crested Butte Museum for From the Archives: History of Film in the Gunnison Valley, a cinematic journey through the movies, filmmakers, and unforgettable moments that brought a little silver-screen magic to our corner of Colorado.

From documentaries, classic Westerns and snowy Hollywood comedies like Disney’s Snowball Express to the valley’s appearances on the big screen, discover how our rugged mountains, colorful characters, and historic streets became part of movie history.

With fascinating stories, vintage photographs, and a peek behind the scenes, this is your chance to explore the Gunnison Valley’s starring roles through the years. Grab your imaginary popcorn, settle in, and find out why Hollywood couldn’t resist these mountains. No red carpet required!