The Forney Museum of Transportation is a one-of-a-kind collection of over 800 artifacts relating to historical transportation. It began 70 years ago with a single 1921 Kissel, but soon expanded to include vehicles of all kinds. Today it includes not just vehicles, but also buggies, motorcycles, steam locomotives, aircraft, carriages, rail equipment, fire apparatus, public transportation, sleighs, bicycles, toys & diecast models, vintage apparel and much, much more!

Our collection highlights include: Union Pacific 'Big Boy' Steam Locomotive #4005, Amelia Earhart's 1923 Kissel 'Gold Bug',  Forney Locomotive, Colorado & Southern Caboose, 1923 Hispano-Suiza, 1913-53 Indian Motocycle Collection, Denver & Rio Grande Dining Car,  Stutz Fire Engine, 1888 Denver Cable Car, 1923 Case Steam Tractor, 1817 Draisenne Bicycle, 500 Piece Matchbox Collection, and more! 

We’re celebrating 70 incredible years—and you could drive away in America’s dream car while supporting one of Denver’s most iconic museums! Your donation support us and you could win a 2026 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray!

Details can be found here!

Upcoming Events

July 26-

The Moffat Modelers N Scale layout will be open to view from 10 am to 5 pm.

July 27–Take Flight with History! Curious about the women who broke barriers and blazed trails in aviation? Join us at the Forney Museum on Sunday, July 27th at 2pm for “Women in Aviation,” an inspiring talk by our own Education Coordinator, Jennifer Holm! Discover the stories, courage, and high-flying adventures of aviation’s unsung heroines. Bring a friend, bring your questions and let’s celebrate the amazing women who changed the way we use our skies!

August 9-

The Outcast Plastic Modelers: Model Car Make and Take for junior builders ages 5-17! From 10 am to 12 pm. Free with museum admission. *Subject to change.

August 31-Carl Enger, our Collections Manager and former steam locomotive mechanic will give a presentation and Q&A on the basics and evolution of steam locomotives, tracing history up through the Big Boy. Don’t miss this chance to dive deep into the history and mechanics of the machines that built this country!

September 28-David Fisher is Dynamics, an engaging look at the forces that shape how we move. Don’t miss this fascinating exploration of motion, mechanics, and innovation

October 4-
Colorado Cadillac Coalition has now teamed up with the Forney Museum of Transportation to bring you Cadillac Kickback Day at the Museum. The Museum is offering special discount admission to the venue for the day along with games and activities for the kids. 11am to 4pm.