1879 Avery House

The 1879 Avery House is a sandstone Queen Anne-style home built by Franklin Avery, a surveyor, banker, and water pioneer, in the heart of Old Town Fort Collins. It reflects the city’s early growth and the legacy of the Avery family. Guided tours and special events let visitors explore period furnishings, local artifacts, and stories of Fort Collins’ founding family in an authentic, historic setting.