Alfred Packer

About the Alfred Packer Collection

The Colorado State Archives holds several legal and historical records concerning Alfred Packer, who was accused of cannibalism during the winter of 1873-1874. 

Included in the collection:

• Penitentiary records, mugshot photos, and parole records.
• Confessions
• Letters to the Governor concerning Alfred Packer's parole
• Governor's pardon
• Original case files from Gunnison and Hinsdale District Court
  • Gunnison District Court, cases 238-241
  • Hinsdale District Court, cases 238-241
• Original case files form the Supreme Court
  • Supreme Court case numbers 1198 (1883), 1753 (1885), 1980 (1886), 3239 (1893), 3905 (1898)
• Military grave registration

Online Exhibit

The Alfred Packer Collection can now be viewed online! 

To view available records, click the button below to be taken to our online exhibits. Choose the "Browse Archive" option at the top left of the screen below the State Archives logo and select the Alfred Packer option.