Summit Historical Society

Western Work Program
2026-03-11 13:30 - 16:00 (America/Denver) | Summit Historic Park, 403 LaBonte Street, Dillon, CO, 80435
Western Work Program for Park County Homeschoolers
History Colorado Western Work Take out Program
Schoolhouse Tour

Ready, Paint, Fire!
2026-03-17 14:00 - 16:00 | Ready, Paint, Fiire, 112 South Ridge Street, Breckenridge, CO, 80424, United States
Ready, Paint, Fire!
Date: March 17, 2026
Time: 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Location: 112 S Ridge St, Breckenridge, CO 80424
Cost: Registration required, $10.00 per person

Join us on St. Patrick’s Day at Ready, Paint, Fire, pick a St. Patrick’s theme or other project, and then start creating. Choices include a variety of ceramic, mosaic or candle making projects. No skills needed—just good vibes, creativity, and maybe a friend or two. Come make something cool and have a blast doing it!
$10.00 registration fee (cost of project additional – varies per selection)

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

SHS Board Meeting
2026-03-24 14:30 - 16:30 | Summit County Community and Senior Center, 83 Nancy's Place, Frisco, Colorado, 80443
SHS Board Meeting
Date: March 24Time: 2:30 – 4:30 PMHybrid – In Person Location: Summit Senior Center, 0083 Nancy’s Place, Frisco, CO 80443
All board members are encouraged to attend, Zoom will be available.

Meet & Greet with Author and Historian Mary Ellen Gilliland
2026-03-26 17:00 - 18:00 | Summit Historic Park, 403 LaBonte Street, Dillon, CO, 80435
Meet & Greet with Author and Historian Mary Ellen Gilliland
Date: March 26, 2026
Time: 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Location: Old Dillon Schoolhouse
403 LaBonte St., Dillon, CO 80435
Cost: Registration required, Free

Experience the rich history of Summit County through the captivating stories of renowned author and storyteller Mary Ellen Gilliland. Learn about interesting, humorous, and sometimes scandalous people and events in Summit County. Join us for an inspiring evening of connection, community, and history!

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

Full Moon Snowshoe Hike and Chili Cook-off Contest
2026-04-01 17:30 - 20:30 | Acorn Creek Trailhead, Silverthorne, CO, Silverthorne, CO
Full Moon Snowshoe Hike and Chili Cook-off Contest
Date: April 1, 2026
Time: 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Location: Acorn Creek
Cost: $30.00 per person

Join hosts Sandy and Sloan Colt for a April Full Moon snowshoe hike and Chili Cook-off. Enter your chili to compete for prizes and bragging rights as the Best Chili in Summit County! Voting is $1 per vote, with proceeds supporting the Summit Historical education and preservation mission. Enjoy a beautiful full moon rise and snowshoe hike over Elizabeth Scott’s former Homestead! Interested in entering the chili cook-off as a contestant? Space is limited so send us an email at debbie@summithistorical.org or call 970-468-2207.
The credit card platform isn’t working. Our apologies. Please call to reserve a spot and/or to enter the chili competition. Call Monday – Friday, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm.
To reserve a spot, please contact us at debbie@summithistorical.org or call at 970-468-2207.

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

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.

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.

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, contact us at debbie@summithistorical.org or call at 970-468-2207.

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.

Breckenridge History Museum Tour
2026-05-20 10:00 - 12:00 | Breckenridge History Museum, 203 S Main Street #2, Breckenridge, 80424, United States
Breckenridge History Museum Tour
Date: May 20, 2026
Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: Welcome Center
203 S Main St, Breckenridge, CO 80424
Cost: Registration required/space limited, Free

Join us for a walking tour of Breckenridge that includes the current exhibit at the Breck History Museum in the Welcome Center.

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
2026-05-23 13:00 - 14:00 | Summit Historic Park, 403 LaBonte Street, Dillon, CO, 80435
Music in History Series: Classical
National Repertory Orchestra Student Recital
Date: May 16, 2026
Time: 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Location: Old Dillon Schoolhouse
403 LaBonte St., Dillon, CO 80435
Cost: Registration required/space limited, Free
Please join us in celebrating the musical growth 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 debbie@summithistorical.org or call at 970-468-2207.

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.

Historical Boat Tour on Lake Dillon
2026-06-02 08:00 - 17:00 | 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 leisurely historic tour of Lake Dillon. Learn about the building of Dillon Dam and the Roberts Tunnel and relocating the Old Town of Dillon.
Bring a jacket, hat, and sunscreen. Weather can change rapidly on the lake! Please arrive 15 minutes early. Boat will depart promptly.

Reservations are not yet opened, but please check back. More information is coming soon!!!

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

Education Committee Meeting
2026-06-02 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-07-07 10:00 - 11:00 | Summit Historic Park, 403 LaBonte Street, Dillon, CO, 80435
Education Committee Meeting
Dillon Schoolhouse
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Dillon Farmers Market 2026
2026-06-05 09:00 - 14:00, 2026-06-12 09:00 - 14:00, 2026-06-19 09:00 - 14:00, 2026-06-26 09:00 - 14:00, 2026-07-03 09:00 - 14:00, 2026-07-10 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

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.

Historical Speaker Series: Steve Corneillier
2026-06-16 17:00 - 18:00 | Summit Historic Park, 403 LaBonte Street, Dillon, CO, 80435
Historical Speaker Series: Steve Corneillier

Date: June 16, 2026
Time: 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Location: Old Dillon Schoolhouse
403 LaBonte St., Dillon, CO 80435
Cost: Registration required, $10.00 per person

A Keystone native since 1975, Steve Corneillier will be sharing stories from the past that bring Summit County’s rich history to life. Join us for an entertaining and enlightening look at the people, places, and events that helped build our community. Be sure to reserve your spot early—spaces are limited.

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 Hike: Old Dillon Dam Reservoir
2026-06-30 09:00 - 11:30 | Old Dillon Reservoir Trailhead, Dillon Dam Road, Dillon, 80435, United States
Historic Hike: Old Dillon Dam Reservoir
Date: June 30, 2026
Time: 9:00 am – 11:30 am
Location: Old Dillon Reservoir Trailhead, on the Dillon Dam Road, approximately 1.4 miles east of HWY 9 in Dillon
Cost: Registration required, $25.00 per person

Guided by Bob Pietrzyk, take a leisurely stroll to the old Dillon Reservoir on this easy guided hike, where you’ll uncover fascinating stories from the area’s rich past. Take in the vibrant fall colors and mountain views while learning about the history of the old Town of Dillon.
Join us and receive a complimentary copy of Dillon, Denver and the Dam by Dr. Sandra Mather.

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

Historical Bristlecone Pines Tour with Ken Torrington
2026-07-13 09:00 - 13:00 | Hoosier Pass
Historical Bristlecone Pines Tour with Ken Torrington
Date: July 13, 2026
Time: 9:00 am half day driving/walking tour
Location: Meet at the parking lot on the west side of the Hoosier Pass
Cost: $25.00

Ken will lead this historical tour where you will learn about Paris (Stamp) Mill and learn Park County mining history, visit Mineral Park, the site of a previous silver mine and miners’ cabins on Mount Bross, and Windy Ridge, where bristlecone pines have grown straight and tall. Bring your own hiking gear, water, lunch and snacks, poles, and sunscreen.

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

SHS Board Meeting
2026-07-14 16:00 - 18:00 | Summit Historic Park, 403 LaBonte Street, Dillon, CO, 80435
SHS Board Meeting
Date: July 14Time: 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.

Speaker Series: Bill Fountain Historical Flume Presentation
2026-07-15 17:00 - 18:00 | Summit Historic Park, 403 LaBonte Street, Dillon, CO, 80435
Speaker Series: Bill Fountain Historical Flume Presentation

Date: July 15, 2026
Time: 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Location: Old Dillon Schoolhouse
403 LaBonte St., Dillon, CO 80435
Cost: Registration required, $10.00 per person

Join us for a presentation by Bill Fountain who will be teaching about the Historical Flume in Summit County. Hike with us to see and hear more about the Flume tomorrow, July 16, 2026.

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

Historical Hikes Series: Bill Fountain Historical Flume Hike
2026-07-16 08:30 - 11:00 | Summit Historic Park, 403 LaBonte Street, Dillon, CO, 80435
Historical Hikes Series: Bill Fountain Historical Flume Hike

Date: July 16, 2026
Time: 8:30 am – 11:00 am
Location: TBD
Cost: Registration required, $25.00 per person

Join us for a Hike with Bill Fountain and learn more about the Historical Flume in Summit County. This is a follow up to the presentation on July 15th, 2026 at 5:00 pm. Hike with us to see and hear even more about the Flume. Bring your own hiking gear, poles, water, snacks and sunscreen.

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