Exploring the past, to better understand the present, and positively impact the future.
Thank you, Colorado Humanities!
We are thrilled to announce that we have won the Colorado Sustaining the Humanities through the American Rescue Plan (COSHARP) social media challenge this year and have been awarded an additional grant of $3,000. We are the only Summit County nonprofit to receive a Colorado Humanities grant AND Social Media Challenge Award two years in a row – 2020 and 2021! These grants allow us to continue fostering heritage preservation and sharing the important stories of Summit County History.
Programs & Events
Join SHS on one of our historic hikes, mine tours, or textile adventures. Please reserve your spot because space is limited.
Spend the day with the Summit Historical Society and learn about the unique history of Summit County.
We offer glorious events for our members to indulge in. Help us keep the Historical Society thriving.
VISIT OUR TREASURED
Collections & Sites
Established in 1966, The mission of the Summit Historical Society is to preserve and collect, provide education and interpretation, and engage our community in the rich history of Summit County, Colorado.
We are a member organization serving our community. Join the society for member only events and notice of programs.
HISTORY IN THE MAKING
Let it Snow! ULLR History
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Just Over 100 Years Ago
Anders Haugen set the Ski Jumping world record of 213 feet at the Dillon
Happy Opening Day!
Happy Opening Day! This baseball equipment dates to the early 20th century. The jersey
About SHS
OUR PROUD HISTORY
The Society fosters heritage preservation. We do this through tourism and ongoing programs as well as highly visible projects for direct public benefit. The Society provides a showcase for the protection and improvement of historical sites. Many of these activities benefit educational and recreational opportunities. They also improve the quality of historical sites.