Posts Tagged ‘ historic attractions ’

Pumpkin Patch Full Tea

Nov 8th, 2011 | By

If you’ve never visited the Molly Brown House Museum, you are invited to come to tea. On November 12th, get warm & cozy in our Victorian retreat with a tour of Mrs. Brown’s home followed by warm tea and yummy harvest inspired treats on Mrs. Browns Third Floor. To wrap up Denver Arts Week, there
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51st Annual Georgetown Christmas Market

Nov 4th, 2011 | By

Georgetown Colorado welcomes you to an Outdoor European Market on the first two weekends in December each year. This year the market is on December 3, 4, 10, and 11th! Enjoy food vendors, craft vendors, entertainment, horse-drawn wagon rides, roasted chestnuts, bonfire, Santa Lucia Children’s Procession, Santa’s Polar Express Train Rides, shops, wassail competition, restaurants
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Last Month to Visit Soapstone Prairie

Nov 3rd, 2011 | By

Soapstone Prairie Natural Area in Fort Collins closes during December, January and February each year. With that in mind – November is your last opportunity to visit this Natural Area for a while. The area in Soapstone Prairie has gained the attention of archaeologists who have found many Native American and Euro-American treasures dating back
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Christmas at Hamill House Reception

Nov 1st, 2011 | By

A Victorian Christmas celebration at the Hamill House Museum is an evening filled with heavy hors d oeuvres’, drinks, musical entertainment, readings, a traditional Christmas tree lighting ceremony, friends and so much more. Black tie optional. Christmas at Hamill House Museum in Georgetown, Colorado is held in the original home of William Hamill, a successful
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Denver Firefighters Museum Open House

Oct 30th, 2011 | By

If you’ve never seen the Denver Firefighters Museum in downtown Denver, then November 5th make the trip to the hottest place in Denver! Located in an historic building built in 1909, the Denver Firefighters Museum is a hidden treasure. The Museum features vintage firefighting apparatus, kids interactives, a great gift shop, and more. Bring the
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Victorian Parlor Games, Night at the Museums

Oct 28th, 2011 | By

Have you ever wondered what it was like during the turn of the last century? On November 5, 2011, come visit one of Colorado’s historic locations, the Astor House Museum in Golden and enjoy a free evening of fun for all! Come learn and play Victorian parlor games (tableaus are like charades, but with a
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Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs with a Twist

Oct 22nd, 2011 | By

Town Hall Arts Center at the Littleton Historical Museum presents the whimsical participation children’s production “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” with a twist. The whole family will delight as they find themselves part of the show in a very special adaptation of this classic fairy tale. Our master storyteller will choose various willing audience
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Ute Council Tree Pow Wow Begins Friday

Sep 15th, 2011 | By

Don’t forget – The Council Tree Pow Wow is busy getting ready for one and all!! Grounds open Friday Sept. 16th, 2011 to begin the festivities. This annual event runs through Sunday the 18th and everyone is invited. In 1992, a dream was beginning to develop in Delta, Colorado. Over 100 years ago the Delta
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Breckenridge Heritage Alliance Museum Tours

Sep 6th, 2011 | By

Come get to know Breckenridge a little bit better. You can take different tours of local history museums and a walking tour of the town of Breckenridge. Let the guides tell you about the history and early pioneer times associated with Colorado during the time of the gold rush and the silver boom. Enjoy the
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Dinosaur Quarry & Visitor Center Grand Opening

Sep 4th, 2011 | By

October 4, 2011 marks the 96th anniversary of the creation of the original 80-acres Dinosaur National Monument. The staff at Dinosaur National Monument invites the public to celebrate the Grand Opening of the new Quarry Visitor Center and Quarry Exhibit Hall. Come be a part of the fun! If you love dinosaurs, you’ll see exhibits
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