Lyons History and Colorado History News

06/23/2026

HISTORIC SIGN DESTROYED "YOU ARE LEAVING COLORADO"
===A Saturday evening 6/20/26, crash on westbound Interstate 70 didn’t send anyone to the hospital, but the van that veered off the highway left the remnants of a historic Colorado road sign. According to the driver of the car and trailer, he had a blown tire causing the vehicle to lose control and leave the roadway. According to the driver, a blown tire caused the vehicle to lose control and leave the roadway.
(Lower Valley Fire District photo)

06/19/2026

June 27, Saturday. Lyons Redstone Museum. History Day, speakers at 1p.m. Open House 2-4:30p.m. Three expanded exhibits.
==speakers on Lyons History and the arts
==5 renovated or expanded exhibits
==Open House and refreshments
ARTICLE https://lyonsrecorder.org/2026/06/18/celebrate-lyons-history-day-redstone-museum/

06/19/2026

====OLD MILL PARK - OPEN CABIN DAY - July 11, 2026 - 9:30am to 12:30pm, 237 Pratt St, Longmont
====Step back in time and explore the rich history of Old Mill Park! Wander through historic cabins and buildings at your own pace while friendly docents share stories about the park’s heritage, structures, and the people who shaped its past. Don’t miss this chance to experience history up close—join us for a day of exploration and learning!
===Tour fees directly support The St. Vrain Historical Society (a nonprofit organization) in helping maintain and preserve Old Mill Park for the community.

05/29/2026

LONGMONT HISTORY TOURS -- the city has a series of tours that focus on three areas - downtown / east side / west side.
See their EVENTS page for more details:
==eg, WEST SIDE TOUR:
Explore the historic westside of Longmont on a tour with Curator of History Elizabeth Beaudoin. Take a stroll along the stately homes of Third Avenue in Longmont. Hear stories of industrialists and bankers, plus tales of tragedy and murder, while seeing the homes built by some of Longmont’s wealthiest early citizens.

Learn more and buy $12 tickets online at https://longmontcolorado.gov/event/historic-westside-walking-tour-3/ org or by calling 303-651-8374. Register early, these tours always sell out

Explore the historic westside of Longmont on a tour with Curator of History Elizabeth Beaudoin.

05/15/2026

MAY HISTORY & ARCHAEOLOGY PRESERVATION MONTH
See the Lyons Recorder article on what is happening in BOULDER COUNTY --- including the ANNUAL AWARDS ceremony, Monday, May 18 at Chautauqua community meeting room -- honoring the people who restored a building or house during 2025, including photos of the structures before and after. https://lyonsrecorder.org/2026/05/07/archaeology-historic-preservation-month-2026/

05/15/2026

May 20, 7p.m. $5 donation - The Switzerland Trail of American ======
- Boulder County's Narrow gauge Railroad to Boulder County mining towns at the turn of the last century. - The lecture includes vintage photographs; and tips on available hiking trails. - Presented by the Niwot Historical Society

04/29/2026

It's MAY HISTORY & ARCHAEOLOGY PRESERVATION MONTH == Boulder is offering a walking tour of "old Pearl Street" == Boulder Heritage Roundtable is offering their annual "History Preservation" awards ceremony on May 18th == See the calendar for the state, at the History Colorado (museum) web page: https://www.historycolorado.org/ahp-events ==NOTE: That the cities are just starting to send in their events, so be sure to go there a few times during the Month of May. == Lyons Redstone Museum will OPEN ON WEEKENDS (Sat 9:30-4:30 / Sun 12:30-4:30), but will not have a special "history month program."

04/29/2026

WALKING TOUR OF PEARL ST in Boulder! (as part of MAY HISTORY MONTH) https://givebutter.com/pearl-street-may-kickoff?fbclid=IwY2xjawRfOLRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeoOdtVjCGokLs6HY-gIQm6eKFIHlg4l3wFxkk4e6rgGSVVdfdPzmrtDAAZK4_aem_Cu3ivZ-24wuvCe_mfBGFzQ

Pearl Street Walking Tour Boulder Colorado Historic Buildings

04/23/2026

==HISTORICAL DESIGNATION==FOLLOW UP ON MEETING IN LYONS
==There was good mix of business owners and residents who attended the meeting to find out more about the guidelines / restrictions / and benefits of getting that designation for your building.
==You can go to the Hist. Preservation Commissions' Web Page to connect to the VIDEO of the event.
https://www.townoflyons.com/188/Historic-Preservation-Commission