The Hearth
at The Old Firehouse
Lean into the ease and joy of curating memorable experiences at The Old Firehouse. In the glow of the San Juan mountains, you will feel celebrated and at home.
We look forward to welcoming you.
A beautiful space rich with Western heritage serves as a warm backdrop to some of the Western Slope’s finest dining experiences.
A versatile location in the heart of Ridgway, Colorado offering impeccable experiences for 1 to 150 guests.
Food
We source hyper-local food in partnership with local farmers, ranchers and certified foragers that is thoughtfully prepared in concert with ember, flame, and smoke. Our comfortable atmosphere embodies the heritage of the San Juan Mountains and offers a relaxed background to life's most special experiences.
Family
Whether guests are creating lifelong memories of a major milestone with family, connecting with community through an event, or sharing stories over a meal with friends, The Old Firehouse feels like home.
Familiarity
We welcome locals and guests alike who seek connection through experience: traditional meals with a modern twist, events made easy, and a cozy setting for parties of all sizes. The Old Firehouse team believes that our best memories are made at home, and we aim to bring the comfort and ease of home to you.
About The Old Firehouse
The Old Firehouse is located across from historic Hartwell Park in the heart of Ridgway, Colorado, a certified Colorado Creative District and a Colorado Main Street Community bursting with tenacity, vision, and character.
Originally built in the early 1890’s, the "Old Stone House" is believed to have first functioned as a single-story merchants store. Upon its purchase by the Town of Ridgway in 1898, a second story was added and it morphed into the "Old Stone Hall.” The building eventually became the town firehouse. Its iconic belfry was added by the producers of "True Grit," a 1969 Western starring John Wayne, during filming in 1968.
The building served as the studio of the renowned Colorado artists Michael McCullough and Lucy Boody, and is now poised for its next evolution into Ridgway's premiere multi-use space. The thoughtfully renovated "Old Stone House" will anchor highly integrated restaurant, event, and venue concepts on the ground floor with a suite of mixed uses in the two stories above.