Old Colorado Historical Society & History Center

Events and Programs

Upcoming events can viewed on the website, event board outside the History Center, the monthly newsletter, on Facebook, and a schedule can be picked up at the Center. The History Center holds monthly lectures from September through May. OCCHS hosts the summer Craft Fair every Saturday in connection with the Old Colorado City's Farmers Market in Bancroft Park.

Walking Tours

Events and Programs

Join us on our summer walking tours and learn the exciting history that made Colorado City so unique. Lead by our incredibly knowledgeable volunteers.

Private walking tours of Old Colorado City and Fairview Cemetery for groups of ten or more are available.

Fairview Cemetery Crawl

The Fairview Cemetery Crawl is held every Fall at the Colorado Springs Fairview Cemetery. Learn the history of Old Colorado City from the citizens of yesteryear as they rise from their graves to tell you their story.

Territory Days

Fairview Cemetery Crawl

The Old Colorado City Territory Days are held every year towards the end of May. Historic interpreters dressed in period-style clothing give tours of the old Garvin Cabin in Bancroft Park. Experience a touch of the old west with historic demonstrations, food vendors, shops, and games for the whole family!

Weddings, Anniversaries, Birthdays, Retirement Parties

Host Your Own Event

The Old Colorado City History Center Museum is an ideal place for special events, anniversary parties, weddings, ceremonies, business meetings or group gatherings. We will work with you to make your event one to remember. Give your event a historical flair.

We have tables and chairs which will help you set up an arrangement that fits your needs. A small kitchen is available if you choose to cater your event. Great for weddings!

Please call our museum, and ask to have an Events Coordinator to give you a call. Our number 719-636-1225 or email info@occhs.org

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PAST EVENTS AND PRORAMS

Take a look at events and programs we've hosted in the past.

11/10/2022

They Came for Coal (Documentary)

6:00pm

Old Colorado City Historical Society & History Center

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11/10/2022

They Came for Coal (Documentary)

Colorado Springs story tellers, Dom Incitti and Ted Langowski, grew up in the Southern Colorado Coal camps. They tell of their father’s guts...

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6:00pm

Old Colorado City Historical Society & History Center

10/23/2022

Women's Fashion of the Victorian Era

2:00

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4:00 PM

Old Colorado City Historical Society & History Center

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10/23/2022

Women's Fashion of the Victorian Era

We invite you to come to a fascinating two-hour presentation exploring the intricacies of Victorian ladies' clothing.

We will start with a lo...

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2:00

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4:00 PM

Old Colorado City Historical Society & History Center

10/13/022

Three Trails, Three Tales of Bribery, Provocation and Infidelity

6:00 PM

Old Colorado City Historical Society & History Center

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10/13/022

Three Trails, Three Tales of Bribery, Provocation and Infidelity

Presenter: Eric Swab

Biographical Info: Eric Swab is a retired Systems Analyst. As an avid hiker, he has become interested in the lesser know...

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6:00 PM

Old Colorado City Historical Society & History Center

09/08/2022

The Ben-Hur Saga

6:00 pm

Old Colorado Springs Historical Society & History Center

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09/08/2022

The Ben-Hur Saga

Presenter: Ken Valles

Biographical Info: Ken Valles has studied, traveled, and spoken about the American West, some of the Pacific Theater o...

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6:00 pm

Old Colorado Springs Historical Society & History Center

June - July 2022

Adventures in Old Colorado City History

10:30 am

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11:30 am

Old Colorado City History Center & Old Colorado City Library

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June - July 2022

Adventures in Old Colorado City History

Have you ever wondered what life was like 170+ years ago on the frontier in Colorado? This summer OCCHS and PPLD invite you and your family ...

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10:30 am

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11:30 am

Old Colorado City History Center & Old Colorado City Library

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EVENTS

Events and Programs

Events and Programs

Events and Programs

Walking Tours

Events and Programs

Events and Programs

Fairview Cemetery Crawl

Fairview Cemetery Crawl

Fairview Cemetery Crawl

Territory Days

Fairview Cemetery Crawl

Fairview Cemetery Crawl

Upcoming Events and Programs

No upcoming events.

Weddings, Anniversaries, Birthdays, Retirement Parties

Host Your Own Event

PAST EVENTS AND PRORAMS

11/10/2022

They Came for Coal (Documentary)

6:00pm

11/10/2022

They Came for Coal (Documentary)

6:00pm

10/23/2022

Women's Fashion of the Victorian Era

2:00

-

4:00 PM

10/23/2022

Women's Fashion of the Victorian Era

2:00

-

4:00 PM

10/13/022

Three Trails, Three Tales of Bribery, Provocation and Infidelity

6:00 PM

10/13/022

Three Trails, Three Tales of Bribery, Provocation and Infidelity

6:00 PM

09/08/2022

The Ben-Hur Saga

6:00 pm

09/08/2022

The Ben-Hur Saga

6:00 pm

June - July 2022

Adventures in Old Colorado City History

10:30 am

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11:30 am

June - July 2022

Adventures in Old Colorado City History

10:30 am

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11:30 am