Summit Historical Society
About Us
We tell the stories of Summit County with passion!
Welcome
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We tell the stories of people, places, and things, beginning with the Ute people (the county’s first summer visitors) to the mountain men, miners, homesteaders, teachers, skiers, fishermen, water sports and hiking enthusiasts, and the businesses and governments that have developed to support the county’s year round activities.
Our stories are brought to life at our buildings like the 1883 Dillon Schoolhouse and 1885 Homestead Cabin on the Dillon Campus, and the 1919 Rice Family Barn in Summit Cove.
The SHS collection is composed of over 8000 artifacts and includes historical letters, business ledgers, maps, photographs, and many physical objects.
Our stories are brought to life at our buildings like the 1883 Dillon Schoolhouse and 1885 Homestead Cabin on the Dillon Campus, and the 1919 Rice Family Barn in Summit Cove.
The SHS collection is composed of over 8000 artifacts and includes historical letters, business ledgers, maps, photographs, and many physical objects.
Request a Tour
To learn more about SHS, please give us a call at (970) 468-2207 to arrange a visit to our Dillon campus.
Women of distinction
In March of each year, we honor Women of Distinction. Click here to read their stories.
2022 Theme
Our 2022 theme is “Summit County Homesteaders: They Came for the Gold but Stayed for the Land.”
Our Vision
Exploring our past to better understand the present and positively influence the future. Our mission is to preserve and protect, provide education and interpretation, and engage our community in the rich history of Summit County.
Grateful for generous contributions
Our Sponsors
Grateful for generous partners
Our Granting Agencies
WE APPRECIATE OUR MEMBER SUPPORT
A MEMBER ORGANIZATION
The Summit Historical Society (SHS) was established in 1966 as the original historical organization in Summit County, Colorado. Our mission is to preserve and collect, educate, and interpret the rich history of Summit County, Colorado.
SHS is a 501c3 member, non-governmental, non-profit organization. Our operating budget is funded by member dues, donations, grants, educational programs, and product sales. Members receive advance notice of programs as well as registration discounts.
We greatly appreciate our members’ support of historical preservation.
