MISSION

Home of the Brave is a non-profit WWII and veterans history museum founded over 30 years ago by the Tomlinson family in Honolulu, Hawai‘i. Our mission is simple: Remember. Honor. Salute. We preserve the stories of the men and women who served, so future generations understand the cost of freedom.

In 2020, COVID shut down our Hawai‘i museum and destroyed the business that supported it. Rather than walk away, we made the decision to rebuild — relocating the Home of the Brave mission to Durango, Colorado, at our family property, Bear’s Ranch.

WHY THIS EVENT

July 4, 2026 marks two historic milestones:

• America’s 250th Anniversary

• Colorado’s 150th Anniversary

We are hosting a community-wide Independence Day celebration and fundraiser to help complete the rebuild of the Home of the Brave Museum in Colorado.

THE EVENT

The America 250 / Colorado 150 Celebration at Bear’s Ranch will be a patriotic, family-friendly event honoring veterans, first responders, and American history. Planned elements include:

• Live music

• Food and beverages

• Horseback rides and ranch activities

• Veterans displays and WWII vehicles

• Community gathering for families, kids, and service members

All proceeds support the Home of the Brave Museum rebuild and veteran education programs.