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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
Sunday - June 8, July 27, August 10
Kids in the Cabin
1pm
Garvin Cabin, Bancroft Park, Old Colorado City
Sunday - June 8, July 27, August 10
Kids in the Cabin
Kids projects and activities in the historical Garvin Cabin in Old Colorado City hosted by the Old Colorado City Historical Society.
Join us ...
1pm
Garvin Cabin, Bancroft Park, Old Colorado City
Thursday, June 26th
Women's Fashion History
6:30-8:30
Old Colorado City Historical Society
Thursday, June 26th
Women's Fashion History
Take a journey through the history of women’s fashion!
Join presenter Jane Miller, Pikes Peak State College professor, in a presentation abo...
6:30-8:30
Old Colorado City Historical Society
Wednesday, August 6th
Ramona Historical Marker Dedication
10:00am
Thorndale Park, corner of 24th and Uintah
Wednesday, August 6th
Ramona Historical Marker Dedication
It was a whisper of a town born from necessity and rebellion, tucked in the foothills right next to Colorado City. In the light of dawn, it...
10:00am
Thorndale Park, corner of 24th and Uintah
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.
Friday, April 11
Women Settlers on Fountain Creek along the Old Cherokee Trail
11am
Old Colorado City History Center
Friday, April 11
Women Settlers on Fountain Creek along the Old Cherokee Trail
Program: How many stories have you heard about “the first white child born here?” Quite frequently the father gets credit, but the mother’s ...
11am
Old Colorado City History Center
Monday, March 10
Members Tea Party
11am
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1pm
Old Colorado City Historical Society
Monday, March 10
Members Tea Party
Join us for a fabulous tea party where scrumptious tea sandwiches are the stars of the show! Bring along your favorite finger foods for a fe...
11am
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1pm
Old Colorado City Historical Society
Saturday, February 15
The Trial of Jim Laughlin for the Murder of Pay Devlin
2:00pm
Old Colorado City History Center
Saturday, February 15
The Trial of Jim Laughlin for the Murder of Pay 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...
2:00pm
Old Colorado City History Center
Friday, February 14
The Western Horse
11:00am
Old Colorado City History Center
Friday, February 14
The Western Horse
Join us for a celebration of the western horse and the indelible mark they've made on the West. There is a reason why horse theft was consid...
11:00am
Old Colorado City History Center
Friday, January 10
Annual Meeting and Murder in the Shadow of Pikes Peak
10:30am
Old Colorado City History Center
Friday, January 10
Annual Meeting and Murder in the Shadow of Pikes Peak
Our annual meeting will begin at 10:30 when we kindly invite OCCHS members to vote on the upcoming Board of Directors.
The board vote will be...
10:30am
Old Colorado City History Center
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