Summit Historical Society

Historic Boat Tours on Lake Dillon
2026-06-25 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-03 09:30 - 11:00, 2026-06-02 09:30 - 11:00 (America/Denver) | Dillon Marina, 150 Marina Dr, Dillon, Colorado, 80435
Enjoy 360º views of the mountains and learn interesting facts about the Town of Dillon and the Dillon Reservoir during a 1 & 1/2 hour pontoon boat interpretive tour of Lake Dillon. Hosted by the Dillon Marina and the Summit Historical Society, you are guaranteed to learn something about Dillon that you hadn’t known before. Whether you’re a history buff or just like the idea of relaxing out on the lake, it’s a terrific way to spend a morning.

Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday mornings – June 2nd through August 27th
Saturday tours also available on June13th, July 11th, and August 8th
9:30 – 11:00am * June 2-11
9:00 – 10:30am * June 16-August 27
Location: Dillon Marina
Cost: $48/person – no children under 7
Bring a jacket, hat and sunscreen. Weather can change rapidly on the lake!
For reservations, call Dillon Marina (970) 468-5100 or click the link below.

* Please arrive 15-minutes early. Boat will depart promptly at 9:00am
photo courtesy Town of Dillon Marina
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Historical Boat Tour on Lake Dillon
2026-06-24 09:00 - 10:30, 2026-06-23 09:00 - 10:30, 2026-06-18 09:00 - 10:30, 2026-06-17 09:00 - 10:30, 2026-06-16 09:00 - 10:30 | Dillon Marina, 150 Marina Dr, Dillon, Colorado, 80435
Historical Boat Tour on Lake Dillon

Date: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday mornings and 2nd Saturdays | June 2 – August 27
Saturday tours are available on June 13, July 11, and August 8
Time: 9:00-10:30a.m. June 16- August 31 | $48
Location: Dillon Marina, 150 Marina Dr., Dillon, CO 80435
Cost: $48 per person – no children under 7
In partnership with the Town of Dillon Marina, trained guides from the Summit Historical Society lead a fun, scenic and historic tour of Lake Dillon. Learn about the building of Dillon Dam and the Roberts Tunnel, the relocating the Old Town of Dillon and more Dillon history, as well as about the geology, and flora and fauna in the area. Bring a jacket, hat, and sunscreen. Weather can change rapidly on the lake! Please arrive 15 minutes early. Boat will depart promptly.
Reservations are open, Register on the Town of Dilon website/marina or click here Dillon Marina | Dillon, CO
If you have any have any issue with registration or have questions, contact us at meredith@summithistorical.org or call at 970-468-2207.

Colorado 150 - Meet and Greet
2026-06-23 17:00 - 18:00 | Summit Historic Park, 403 LaBonte Street, Dillon, CO, 80435
Celebrating 150 Years of Colorado Statehood
Join us at the Old Dillon Schoolhouse for a special meet and greet celebrating Colorado 150, a yearlong online history exhibit exploring the people, places, and events that shaped Summit County across 150 years of statehood.
Hear from Sally Queen and committee members as they share the inspiration behind the project, memorable stories from the exhibit, and highlights spanning three eras of local history, including life in Summit County before Colorado achieved statehood in 1876. Special guests Matt Benedict, Red, White & Blue Fire Protection District; Glenn Kraatz, Summit Fire and Rescue and Sandy Mortensen, philanthropist will join us to share their stories.
The full exhibit is available anytime at summithistorical.org, but there’s nothing like hearing the stories in person! Light refreshments. Great stories. Rich history.
Date: June 23, 2026
Time: 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Location: Old Dillon Schoolhouse | 403 LaBonte St., Dillon, CO 80435
Cost: Complimentary admission, registration is required.

This program was made possible through a generous grant from the Summit Foundation.

Dillon Farmers Market 2026
2026-06-19 09:00 - 14:00, 2026-06-12 09:00 - 14:00, 2026-06-05 09:00 - 14:00 | Dillon Farmers’ Market, 120 Buffalo St., Dillon, CO, 80435
Join us every Friday at our booth at the Town of Dillon Farmers Market! Meet featured authors, explore books on Summit County history, experience Museum on the Move, and more!

Fridays, June 5 – September 12
9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Dillon Town Park along Buffalo and LaBonte Streets
Free

Wildflower Hike with Blue River Watershed Group
2026-06-17 09:30 - 23:00 | CO
Wildflower Hike with Blue River Watershed Group
Hike at Lower Cataract Lake
Hike with us on this scenic hike to enjoy views of the lake, mountains, wildflowers and meadow scenery. You will get a chance to enjoy wildflowers while we walk and talk along the trail. Bring your own water, snacks and sunscreen.
Date: Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Time: 9:30 am – 11:00 am
Location: Lower Cataract Lake
Cost: Registration required, $25 per person

If you have any issue with registration or have questions, contact us at debbie@summithistorical.org or call at 970-468-2207.

Historical Boat Tour on Lake Dillon
2026-06-13 09:30 - 11:00, 2026-06-11 09:30 - 11:00, 2026-06-10 09:30 - 11:00 | Dillon Marina, 150 Marina Dr, Dillon, Colorado, 80435
Historical Boat Tour on Lake Dillon

Date: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday mornings and 2nd Saturdays | June 2 – August 27
Saturday tours are available on June 13, July 11, and August 8
Time: 9:30-11 a.m. June 2- June 13 | $48
9:00-10:30a.m. June 16- August 31 | $48
Location: Dillon Marina, 150 Marina Dr., Dillon, CO 80435
Cost: $48 per person – no children under 7
In partnership with the Town of Dillon Marina, trained guides from the Summit Historical Society lead a fun, scenic and historic tour of Lake Dillon. Learn about the building of Dillon Dam and the Roberts Tunnel, the relocating the Old Town of Dillon and more Dillon history, as well as about the geology, and flora and fauna in the area. Bring a jacket, hat, and sunscreen. Weather can change rapidly on the lake! Please arrive 15 minutes early. Boat will depart promptly.
Reservations are open, Register on the Town of Dilon website/marina or click here Dillon Marina | Dillon, CO
If you have any have any issue with registration or have questions, contact us at meredith@summithistorical.org or call at 970-468-2207.

Education Committee Meeting
2026-06-09 11:00 - 12:00 | Summit Historic Park, 403 LaBonte Street, Dillon, CO, 80435
Education Committee Meeting
Dillon Schoolhouse
Time: 11:00 AM

Historical Boat Tour on Lake Dillon
2026-06-09 09:30 - 11:00 | Dillon Marina, 150 Marina Dr, Dillon, Colorado, 80435
Historical Boat Tour on Lake Dillon
NOTE: Tuesday June 9th is reserved as a Summit Historical Society members only tour.
Date: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday mornings and 2nd Saturdays | June 2 – August 27
Saturday tours are available on June 13, July 11, and August 8
Time: 9:30-11 a.m. June 2- June 13 | $48
9:00-10:30a.m. June 16- August 31 | $48
Location: Dillon Marina, 150 Marina Dr., Dillon, CO 80435
Cost: $48 per person – no children under 7
In partnership with the Town of Dillon Marina, trained guides from the Summit Historical Society lead a fun, scenic and historic tour of Lake Dillon. Learn about the building of Dillon Dam and the Roberts Tunnel, the relocating the Old Town of Dillon and more Dillon history, as well as about the geology, and flora and fauna in the area. Bring a jacket, hat, and sunscreen. Weather can change rapidly on the lake! Please arrive 15 minutes early. Boat will depart promptly.
Reservations are open, Register on the Town of Dilon website/marina or click here Dillon Marina | Dillon, CO
If you have any have any issue with registration or have questions, contact us at meredith@summithistorical.org or call at 970-468-2207.

Bingo at The Block with SHS and The Rotary Club
2026-06-08 18:00 - 20:00 | The Block Hotel and Commons 491 Rainbow Drive, Silverthorne CO, 491 Rainbow Drive, Silverthorne, 80498, United States
Bingo, Snacks & Good Times!
Date: June 8, 2026
Time: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Location: The Block
491 Rainbow Drive, Silverthorne, CO
Cost: Registration required, Free

Get ready for a night of laughs, lucky numbers, and community fun at Summit Rotary Bingo Night! Fast-paced bingo games, Bingo tickets available on site, and drinks & popcorn available for purchase. Bring your friends, test your luck, and shout BINGO! — all while supporting Summit Rotary. See you there!

https://theblocksilverthorne.com/events-calendar/

If you have any have any issue with registration or have questions, contact us at debbie@summithistorical.org or call at 970-468-2207.

Historic Boat Tour on Lake Dillon
2026-06-04 09:30 - 11:00 | Summit Historic Park, 403 LaBonte Street, Dillon, CO, 80435

Meet and Greet with Christine Ebert-Santos, M.D.
2026-05-26 17:00 - 18:00 | Summit Historic Park, 403 LaBonte Street, Dillon, CO, 80435
Meet and Greet with Christine Ebert-Santos, M.D.
High Altitude Health
Date: May 26, 2026
Time: 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Location: Old Dillon Schoolhouse
403 LaBonte St., Dillon, CO 80435
Cost: Registration required/space limited, Free
Come to the Old Dillon Schoolhouse and learn tips on how to stay healthy at high altitude and reduce the risk of challenges such as altitude sickness, pulmonary edema, sleep issues, hypoxia, injuries, asthma, and accessibility concerns. We’ll also explore the benefits of living at higher elevations and how to thrive in mountain environments. Dr. Ebert Santos is a physician who lives, treats patients, and conducts research at an elevation above 9,000 feet.
If you have any have any issue with registration or have questions, contact us at debbie@summithistorical.org or call at 970-468-2207.

Music in History Series: Classical National Repertory Orchestra Student Recital Sunday, May 24, 2026
2026-05-24 13:00 - 15:00 | Old Dillon Schoolhoue, 403 La Bonte St., Dillon, 80435, United States
Music in History Series: Classical
National Repertory Orchestra Student Recital
Date: Sunday, May 24, 2026
Time: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Location: Old Dillon Schoolhouse
403 LaBonte St., Dillon, CO 80435
Cost: Registration required/space limited, Free.
Please join us in celebrating the musical talent of this year’s Summit County Music Scholarship recipients! This recital showcases the hard work and progress of local students who have been supported by the National Repertory Orchestra’s scholarship program, which provides youth in grades 6–12 with access to private instruction across a range of instruments.
These performers represent the heart of that mission — their dedication and courage to perform remind us why access to music education matters so deeply in our community. We are grateful to the instructors, families, and donors whose generosity makes this program possible. Enjoy the show!
If you have any have any issue with registration or have questions, contact us at meredith@summithistorical.org or call at 970-468-2207.

Breckenridge History Welcome Center Museum Tour
2026-05-15 13:00 - 15:00 | Breckenridge Welcome Center, 203 Main St., Breckenridge, CO, 80424, United States
Breckenridge History Welcome Center Museum Tour
Date: May 15, 2026
Time: 1:00 – 3:00 pm
Location: Welcome Center
203 S Main St, Breckenridge, CO 80424
Cost: Registration required/space limited, Free
Join us for the current exhibit at the Breck History Museum in the Welcome Center, and a walk in downtown Breck. Meet at the Welcome Center.
If you have any have any issue with registration or have questions, email: meredith@summithistorical.org or call 970-468-2207.

Executive Director's Monthly Lunch with the Board
2026-05-13 12:00 - 14:00 | Old Dillon Schoolhouse, 403 E LaBonte St, Dillon, CO, 80435, United States
Executive Director’s Monthly Lunch with the Board: All SHS Board members welcome. Please RSVP to Meredith at meredith@summithistorical.org if you’d like to attend. Box/light lunch will be provided.
12:00 pm Lunch and Q and A
1:00 pm Grant Update
1:30 pm Finance Update

SHS Board Meeting
2026-05-12 16:00 - 18:00 | Summit Historic Park, 403 LaBonte Street, Dillon, CO, 80435
SHS Board Meeting
Date: May 12Time: 4:00 – 6:00 PMLocation: 403 LaBonte St., Dillon, CO
The SHS Board Meeting will be held from 4:00 to 6:00 PM. All board members are encouraged to attend.

Education Committee Meeting
2026-05-05 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-04-07 10:00 - 11:00 | Summit Historic Park, 403 LaBonte Street, Dillon, CO, 80435

Meet and Greet with Librarian Janet Good
2026-04-23 17:00 - 18:00 | Summit Historic Park, 403 LaBonte Street, Dillon, CO, 80435
Meet & Greet with Librarian and President of the Friends of the Library Janet Good
Date: April 23, 2026
Time: 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Location: Old Dillon Schoolhouse
403 LaBonte St., Dillon, CO 80435
Cost: Registration required/space limited, Free

Join us to hear Janet Good as she shares some of the fun, and sometimes downright crazy stories pulled straight from the books in our collection. These are tales you won’t hear anywhere else—many never told before! You won’t want to miss this special event!
If you have any have any issue with registration or have questions, email: debbie@summithistorical.org or call 970-468-2207.

Music in History Series: Jazz at the Blue
2026-04-14 17:30 - 19:00 | Blue River Bistro, 305 N Main Street, Breckenridge,, 80424, United States
Music in History Series: Jazz
Jazz at the Blue
Date: April 14, 2026
Time: 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Location: Blue River Bistro
305 N Main Street
Breckenridge, CO 80424
Cost: Registration required/space limited, Free

Join us for the first Music in History series. Listen to Jazz and socialize with friends! This event includes Jazz and dinner in Breckridge at Blue River Bistro. Dinner choices are individual and paid directly to Blue River Bistro.

If you have any have any issue with registration or have questions, contact us at debbie@summithistorical.org or call at 970-468-2207.

Frisco Historic Park Museum Tour
2026-04-10 10:00 - 12:00 | Frisco Historic Park, 120 East Main Street, Frisco, CO, 80443, United States
Frisco Historic Park Museum Tour
Date: April 10, 2026
Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: Frisco Historic Park & Museum
120 E Main Street, Frisco, CO 80443
Cost: Registration required/space limited, Free

Join us as we step back in time at the Frisco Historic Park & Museum in downtown Frisco. Explore original historic buildings, including the Schoolhouse Museum, and discover artifacts, exhibits, and photographs that bring Frisco’s lively past to life—connecting Summit County’s history to today.

If you have any have any issue with registration or have questions, contact us at debbie@summithistorical.org or call at 970-468-2207.
