September - May Lecture Series
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 October through May. OCCHS hosts the summer Craft Fair every Saturday in connection with the Old Colorado City's Farmers Market in Bancroft Park (located west of the History Center).
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 OCCHS for details: (719) 636-1225
The Fairview Cemetery Crawl is held every Fall at the Colorado Springs Fairview Cemetery. Learn the history of Old Colorado City in a fun and haunted way.
Held every year, towards the end of May, Old Colorado City Territory days. Period Style historic interpreters give tours of the Old Pioneer Cabin, in Bancroft Park. Experience a touch of the old west with historic demonstrations, food vendors, shops, and games for the whole family!
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
Join us this summer for a stroll through the OCC Historic District. Hear the stories of tunnels and brothels; of Wild West justice, and learn about what made Colorado City such an interesting place.
Be sure to wear comfortable shoes!
$5.00 Per person
10:00 am - 12:00 Noon
Saturday, June 4th
Saturday, July 9th
Saturday, August 6th
Saturday, September 10th
Call for reservations: 719.636.1225
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 to join us as we explore frontier life!
Each program will feature a story reading, a historic artifact "show and tell," and a craft activity.
For children 4 - 8 years old and their families.
10:30 am - 11:30 am
June 8: Theme: Animals
at the Old Colorado City Library
June 22: Theme: Transportation/Travel
at the Old Colorado City Museum
July 13: Theme: Homesteading
at the Old Colorado City Library
July 27: Theme: Food
at the Old Colorado City Museum
Monthly Lectures: January - May
Friday start at 11:00 am
Doors open at 10:30am
Monthly Lectures: September-November
Thursday start at 6:00 PM
OCCHS Members free, others $5.00
Old Colorado City Historical Society and History Center
Presenter: Ken Valles
Biographical Info: Ken Valles has studied, traveled, and spoken about the American West, some of the Pacific Theater o...
Old Colorado City Historical Society and History Center
Old Colorado City Historical Society and History Center
Presenter: Eric Swab
Biographical Info: Eric Swab is a retired Systems Analyst. As an avid hiker, he has become interested in the lesser know...
Old Colorado City Historical Society and History Center
Old Colorado City Historical Society and History Center
Colorado Springs story tellers, Dom Incitti and Ted Langowski, grew up in the Southern Colorado Coal camps. They tell of their father’s guts...
Old Colorado City Historical Society and History Center
Take a look at events and programs we've hosted in the past.
Old Colorado City Historical Society and History Center
Presenter: John Haney
Biographical Info: John A. Haney is a Colorado Springs native; his family has been here since the 1890s. He serves on...
Old Colorado City Historical Society and History Center
Old Colorado City Historical Society and History Center
Presenter: Tamara Teale
Biographical Info: Tamara Teale is a scholar and writer specializing in the American and European 19th-century in a...
Old Colorado City Historical Society and History Center
Old Colorado City Historical Society and History Center
Presenter: John Wesley Anderson
Biographical Info: John Wesley Anderson MBA, is a published author, storyteller and TEDx speaker. He enjoy...
Old Colorado City Historical Society and History Center
Old Colorado City Historical Society and History Center
Presenter: Brett Lobello
Biographical Info: Brett Lobello, originally from the Midwest, Brett Lobello was hired as the Director of Regional ...
Old Colorado City Historical Society and History Center
Old Colorado City Historical Society and History Center
Presenters: Jane Milne and Kathy DeHerrera
Program Description: Did you know that 100,000 Harvey Girl waitresses were part of the first Ame...
Old Colorado City Historical Society and History Center
Please note that our Fall programs will take place at 6pm this year. Our hope is that this change will make our programs more accessible to members working around school and work schedules.
We hope to see you there!