If you find yourself traveling through Colorado, you are in luck, as there is no shortage of unique places to get out, stretch, and explore here in the Centennial State. From Mike the Headless Chicken to Cano’s Castle and the International Church of Cannabis, there is always something new to see and do in terms of roadside attractions, including the quirkiest place of all, the Lee Maxwell Washing Machine Museum:

Located in the small town of Eaton, the Lee Maxwell Washing Machine Museum is home to the world's most extensive washing machine collection, totaling some 1,400+ pieces of equipment. 
Google/Cirilo Cavalli
Why washing machines? After retiring from teaching at Colorado State University in 1985, owner Lee Maxwell started collecting vintage washing machines, which he would then take apart, clean, and re-assemble. 
Google/Cirilo Cavalli
Though he may be a retired electrical engineering professor, Maxwell is also the country's leading expert on vintage washing machines, all of which he shares with the public via his impressive museum collection. 
Google/Raymond Czaplewski

Related Stories

You Can See Dozens Of One-Of-A-Kind Art Cars At Art Cartopia, A Free Museum In Colorado

You Can See Dozens Of One-Of-A-Kind Art Cars At Art Cartopia, A Free Museum In Colorado

 Visiting The Fort Garland Museum In Colorado Is Like Traveling To The Past In A Time Machine

Visiting The Fort Garland Museum In Colorado Is Like Traveling To The Past In A Time Machine

 A Trip To The Money Museum In Colorado Is One Of The Best Ways To Spend Some Time

A Trip To The Money Museum In Colorado Is One Of The Best Ways To Spend Some Time
In addition to nearly 1,500 washing machines, the Lee Maxwell Museum is also home to several other nostalgic tools, including retro refrigerators, vacuums, and butter churns. 
Google/Cirilo Cavalli
Each tour of the Washing Machine Museum is entirely private and lead by Mr. Maxwell himself, who walks guests through not only his collection but the historical significance of the machine. 
Google/Cirilo Cavalli
Private tours of the Lee Maxwell Washing Machine Museum cost $7.50 per person and can be booked by calling (970) 454-1856. 
Google/Cirilo Cavalli
To learn more about both Lee Maxwell and his washing machine collection, please visit the Museum's website.
Google/Raymond Czaplewski

Have you had a chance to visit this quirky Colorado attraction? Tell us about it in the comments! For even more weird places around the Centennial State, click on 11 Bizarre Roadside Attractions In Colorado That Will Make You Do A Double Take.

OnlyInYourState may earn compensation through affiliate links in this article. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

Related Articles

Explore Colorado

Featured Addresses
Lee Maxwell Washing Machine Museum, 35901 WCR 31, Eaton, CO 80615, USA