Top Rated Attractions in Aspen

Galerie Maximillian is a newcomer to the Cooper Street gallery scene. But unlike many of Aspens elite galleries that can make even an established collector feel out of place, this intimate space manages to juggle an unpretentious air with serious art. Owner Albert Sanford's passion for art, shows in his eclectic displays. He is not afraid to place a budding talent next to an established master. This ultimately brings depth to the collection, and challenges the viewer to forget about conventions. The gallery specializes in Contemporary European Primitivism, but you will find a wealth of great painters on display, including Renoir and Miro.

During the height of Aspen's silver boom in 1888, Jerome Wheeler built this stunning Queen Anne home for his wife. But after his wife refused to live in it, Wheeler was stuck with an empty mansion until 1905, when Edgar and Mary Stallard moved in and occupied the place for 40 years.The Aspen Historical Society bought the estate in 1969 and it has been a house museum every since. Displays include an 1892 Knabe piano, which Albert Schweitzer played at the 1949 Goethe convocation, Renaissance Revival furniture, 10th Mountain Division uniforms and ski equipment, and dolls dating back to the 1880s.

Standing tall on 6-acre (2.42-hectare) estate, the Osgood Gamekeeper's Lodge was established under the authorization of renowned business tycoon, John C. Osgood. The two-storied structure was designed by Theodore Boal in the Swiss Chalet style. Osgood Gamekeeper's Lodge is situated to the west of Osgood's main residence Redstone Castle. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1989.

Since 1983, this theater company has been instilling the valley with the magic of live drama from June through August. Contemporary, classical and new plays are all produced and mesh both local and national talent. More than 60 shows are performed each summer and all are staged in a state-of-the-art performance tent in the Rio Grande Park and have included 'I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change', and 'An American Daughter'. In addition the company provides theater training programs for kids.

Anderson Ranch nurtures and inspires imaginations of all ages, encouraging experimentation, intensive inquiry and creative production. Anderson Ranch is an international center for the creation of new work and untried art forms for leading artists of our time. While its focus is on teaching visual arts and artist’s residencies, the ranch is committed to a meaningful engagement with the local community. The ranch aims at constantly evolving its artistic programs and embracing the visual arts. Here, you can see some fine upcoming and established regional artworks.

Named after local big-wigs, Joan and Irving Harris, the Harris Concert Hall is mainly known for its annually recurring Aspen Music Festival events. Established in the year 1993, the hall cost around seven million USD to build and was designed by Harry Teague who has built several other prominent structures in town. With an intimate setup, the hall seats around 500 people in the classy black leather seats which are arranged in a stadium-style format. The beautiful woodwork adds to the charm of the hall, making it a great place to host concerts of a medium scale.