Wheeler–Stallard House

The Wheeler-Stallard House is a three-story residence in Aspen with brick exterior walls, stone foundation, and characteristic Queen Anne architectural details from the 1880s. The building displays elaborate features typical of this style and reflects the town's prosperous past during the silver mining era.

Jerome Wheeler built this residence in 1888 during Aspen's silver mining boom, yet his family rarely occupied it before the economic collapse of 1893 changed the town's fortune. The house later became a museum documenting that pivotal transition in the town's story.

The first floor displays period furniture and Victorian-era decor, while upper levels host rotating exhibitions about how Aspen evolved and changed through different decades of its history.

The house welcomes visitors from Tuesday through Saturday during daytime hours with free admission and guided tours that explain the architectural details and local heritage. The visit is easy to manage, and the surrounding Ruth Whyte Park invites exploration around the property.

The property houses a piano once played by Albert Schweitzer and adjoins a park that hosts community events from spring through fall. This blend of historical artifact and active park life makes the location more than just a museum space.