Join us at the offices of Summit Association of Retailers as Summit Historical Society's educator, Christy Nelson, presents "Summit County - Then and Now".  Christy will discuss the rich history of Summit County, including the fate of more than a dozen towns which no longer exist:  Kokomo, Robinson, Wheeler, Chihuahua, and Tiger, just […]

Join us for a horse-drawn sleigh ride followed by an authentic mining camp dinner theater!   Date:  Saturday March 25th; 4:30-6:30pm Location:  Golden Horseshoe Sleigh Rides in Breckenridge Gold Discovered in Colorado! That’s the news that brought the flood of dreamers to the mining camps of the mountains around Breckenridge, in 1859.  They planned to become prospectors, […]

photo credit A first ever for the Summit Historical Society is this guided historic tour through the ruins of Old Dillon. Event is limited to 20 participants SHS will provide an antique Ice Saw and ice tongs unless the reservoir has melted. Bring your own scuba gear.  Wet suits are recommended but not required. Refreshments […]

LOCATION:  Dillon 1883 School House Sunday, April 16, 2:00 - 4:00  pm Join us at the Dillon 1883 School House Museum and preview our newest exhibit From the Vault: Landscapes of Summit County FREE, but space is limited to (40) guests – GET YOUR FREE TICKETS BELOW Reservations required. This exhibit is available on line […]

Training for new docents and a refresher for our veterans.  Collection Manager Morgan Courtney will conduct training at the 1883 School House beginning at 10:00 AM.  For more details contact Morgan Courtney at .  970-468-2207.  Bring your own lunch/snack.