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Things to Do Across the State
History is about time. The time you spend with your family in places that matter. Discover your connection to the people and events that shaped Colorado's past.
Explore History Colorado museums and historic sites, browse a full program and event calendar, and get info about Colorado's many heritage destinations.
From cliff dwellings to historic railroads, ghost towns to scenic byways, museums and more – you’ll find many ways to experience Colorado’s distinctive character.
From adobe forts and ornate historic homes to family-friendly exhibits, History Colorado has a place for everyone!
Sign up here to receive email updates on programs and events statewide, plus we'll keep you up to date on the opening of the new History Colorado Center in spring 2012!
Upcoming Events
Friday, January 6, 2012 - 10am - Wednesday, February 29, 2012 - 4pm
With her new Honeywell Pentax camera in hand while traveling with The Kingston Trio, Lisa Law captured the genesis of a new era.
Friday, January 6, 2012 - 1:30pm - Friday, February 24, 2012 - 3:30pm
The programs are designed for play, creating and imagining.
Wednesday, February 1, 2012 - 12am - Wednesday, March 14, 2012 - 12am
History Colorado needs your donation of LEGOs!
Friday, March 2, 2012 - 2pm - Friday, April 27, 2012 - 4pm
Come play, create, and imagine at El Pueblo History Museum!
Thursday, April 12, 2012 - 10am - Saturday, April 21, 2012 - 4pm
El Pueblo History Museum hosts the Annual Southern Colorado Quilt Show.
Saturday, April 14, 2012 - 10am - 11:30am
Hear about life on the eastern plains of Colorado, from the early 1900s to the present, as told by a 92-year-old pioneer woman.
Saturday, July 21, 2012 - 10am - 3pm
See the alpine flowers at their peak! Ride the train and guides will take you on a through aspen groves and open meadows. Afterwards enjoy a catered box lunch on the lawn at the Healy House Museum.
Saturday, July 28, 2012 - 10am - 3pm
See the alpine flowers at their peak! Ride the train and guides will take you on a through aspen groves and open meadows. Afterwards enjoy a catered box lunch on the lawn at the Healy House Museum.
Saturday, August 4, 2012 - 10am - 3pm
See the alpine flowers at their peak! Ride the train and guides will take you on a through aspen groves and open meadows. Afterwards enjoy a catered box lunch on the lawn at the Healy House Museum.
Interactive Colorado History Timeline
Click on the image to travel through Colorado's past with this interactive timeline.