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EVENTS
September - May Lecture Series
Events and Programs
Events and Programs
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
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.
Contact us for details: (719) 636-1225
Fairview Cemetery Crawl
Fairview Cemetery Crawl
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
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!
Upcoming Events and Programs
Monthly Programs:
Fridays starting at 11:00 am
Doors open at 10:30am
OCCHS Members FREE* - General Public $5.00*
*Unless stated otherwise
Friday, October 11
Places That Ain't There No Mo'
11:00am
Old Colorado City History Center
Event Details
Friday, October 11
Places That Ain't There No Mo'
Join presenter Patrick Casey on a walk down memory lane in this lively presentation as he recollects on growing up in Colorado Springs and a...
11:00am
Old Colorado City History Center
Friday, November 8
People of the Garden
11:00am
Old Colorado City History Center
Event Details
Friday, November 8
People of the Garden
The Garden of the Gods has been a source of fascination for a wide variety of people, ranging from prehistoric hunter-gatherers to modern-da...
11:00am
Old Colorado City History Center
Saturdays
OCC Craft Fair
8:30am
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1:30pm
Old Colorado City History Center
Event Details
Saturdays
OCC Craft Fair
Every Saturday though October come check out amazing local crafters, artists, and vendors all around the History Center at the OCC Craft Fai...
8:30am
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1:30pm
Old Colorado City History Center
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, club meetings, ceremonies, business meetings or group gatherings.
Give your event a historical flair. We will work with you to make your event one to remember.
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.
PAST EVENTS AND PRORAMS
Take a look at events and programs we've hosted in the past.
Saturday, September 21st
Legends & Lore of Fairview Cemetery
Fairview Cemetery, Old Colorado City 1000 S 26th
Event Details
Saturday, September 21st
Legends & Lore of Fairview Cemetery
Step into historic Fairview Cemetery and meet Colorado City residents of yesteryear face-to-face as they tell you their stories. From tragic...
Fairview Cemetery, Old Colorado City 1000 S 26th
Friday, September 13
The Trial of Jim Laughlin for the Murder of Pat Devlin
11:00am
Old Colorado City History Center
Event Details
Friday, September 13
The Trial of Jim Laughlin for the Murder of Pat Devlin
Step back in time with us. It's July 14th 1860 in dusty Colorado City. The town is barely a year old and the only civilization for miles. Ji...
11:00am
Old Colorado City History Center
Saturday, August 10
Founder's Day Ice Cream Social
12pm
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3pm
Old Colorado City History Center
Event Details
Saturday, August 10
Founder's Day Ice Cream Social
Celebrate the founding of Colorado City in 1859 with free ice cream courtesy of the Colorado Creamery. Music by the Front Range Highway band...
12pm
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3pm
Old Colorado City History Center
03/10/2024
Boys in the Civil War
11:00am
Colorado City History Center
Event Details
03/10/2024
Boys in the Civil War
From presenter Benny Nasser:
"Thousands of young boys below the official enlistment age of 18 served in the Civil War. A hundred sixty years ...
11:00am
Colorado City History Center
01/12/2024
Annual Meeting and Program
10:30am
Old Colorado City History Center
Event Details
01/12/2024
Annual Meeting and Program
10:30AM Annual Membership Meeting to vote on Board of Directors
11:00AM Bob Dewitt, long time OCCHS member and owner of The Secret Bookshop, ...
10:30am
Old Colorado City History Center
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