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New Year brings new ways to explore Boulder’s history, onsite and anywhere in the world
BOULDER, CO | January 6, 2026 – The Museum of Boulder is expanding public access to its collections and stories with the launch of two major digital initiatives: a new interactive museum guide on Bloomberg Connects and PastPerfect Online, a searchable public portal featuring thousands of objects from the Museum’s permanent collection, including many not currently on view.
Together, these platforms mark a significant step forward in the Museum’s commitment to accessibility, education, and community storytelling, offering visitors new ways to explore Boulder’s past and present both inside the Museum and from anywhere in the world.
The Museum of Boulder has launched a new digital guide on Bloomberg Connects, the free arts and cultural app created by Bloomberg Philanthropies. Bloomberg Connects makes Museum of Boulder accessible for onsite or offsite visits through photo, audio, and video features offering insights into the Museum’s collections and exhibits about Boulder, past and present.
The guide allows visitors to hear directly from Olympic gold medalist Connie Carpenter describe the moments after winning gold while standing in front of the bicycle she rode to victory. This and other new features create additional layers of depth and engagement throughout the Museum. Children can also enjoy an ever-changing scavenger hunt with audio descriptions designed specifically for younger audiences. The guide includes translations in 52 languages, significantly expanding access for non-English-speaking visitors.
“Bloomberg Connects has provided us with an incredible opportunity to significantly expand language accessibility and deepen how visitors engage with our exhibits, at no cost to visitors or the Museum,” said Emily Zinn, Director of Education. “Whether someone is standing in our galleries or exploring from home, this guide opens up entirely new ways to experience the Museum of Boulder.”
In tandem with the Bloomberg Connects launch, the Museum is also introducing PastPerfect Online, a public-facing digital collections portal that allows users to explore thousands of photographs, artifacts, documents, and archival materials from the Museum of Boulder’s collection. Many of these objects are not currently on display, offering unprecedented digital access to the breadth of Boulder’s history.
Together, Bloomberg Connects and PastPerfect Online reflect the Museum’s broader vision for digital access by meeting audiences where they are, removing barriers to engagement, and ensuring Boulder’s stories are preserved and shared widely.
Bloomberg Connects offers free digital guides to cultural organizations around the world and is part of Bloomberg Philanthropies’ longstanding commitment to supporting digital innovation in the arts. With dynamic content exclusive to each partner organization, the platform provides video, audio, text, expert commentary, and way-finding maps.
Direct links for accessing the Museum of Boulder’s digital platforms are listed below.
Follow Bloomberg Connects on Instagram, Facebook, and Threads for updates on new guide launches, exhibit highlights, and more. The Bloomberg Connects app is available for download from Google Play or the App Store.
About Bloomberg Philanthropies:
Bloomberg Philanthropies invests in 700 cities and 150 countries around the world to ensure better, longer lives for the greatest number of people. The organization focuses on creating lasting change in five key areas: the Arts, Education, Environment, Government Innovation, and Public Health. Bloomberg Philanthropies encompasses all of Michael R. Bloomberg’s giving, including his foundation, corporate, and personal philanthropy as well as Bloomberg Associates, a philanthropic consultancy that advises cities around the world. In 2023, Bloomberg Philanthropies distributed $3 billion. For more information, please visit bloomberg.org or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, and X.
About the Museum of Boulder:
Founded in 1944 as the Boulder Historical Society, the Museum of Boulder is an arts and cultural institution that showcases the remarkable accomplishments of Boulder through innovative exhibits, programs, and social engagement. Located on the corner of Pine and Broadway at 2205 Broadway, the institution serves as a private nonprofit holding over 44,000 objects in its collection of Boulder’s history. The Museum features the AASLH National award winning gallery, The Boulder Experience highlighting the area’s innovators, scientists, athletes, artists, natural foods, and high tech interactives. The venue offers event spaces throughout the building and on its scenic view rooftop, making the Museum a unique community hub and resource venue.
Museum of Boulder Hours of Operation:
Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: CLOSED
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Museum of Boulder at Tebo Center
2205 Broadway
Boulder, CO 80302
303-449-3464
museumofboulder.org
THE MISSION OF THE MUSEUM OF BOULDER:
History happens here. The Museum of Boulder showcases inclusive community stories, preserves them for the future, and inspires all of us to effect positive change.
MUSEUM OF BOULDER:
Website: museumofboulder.org
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CONTACTS:
EMILY ZINN
Director of Education, Museum of Boulder
[email protected]
303.449.3464, x03
ELIZABETH NOSEK
Curator of Collections & Exhibits, Museum of Boulder
[email protected]
720.978.8531
SAVANNAH SNODY
Communications Coordinator, Museum of Boulder
[email protected]
303.449.3464, x10
JULIETTE LEON BARTSCH
Director of Development & Marketing, Museum of Boulder
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