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August 2018
Theodore Roosevelt
Don Moon
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Culturally Modified Trees
Andy Weinzapfel
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November 2018
Birds of Florissant Fossil Beds
Debbie Barnes
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February 2019
History of Lake George
Steve Plutt, a local historian who lives near Lake George, will be speaking at the February Pikes Peak Historical Society Chautauqua on the history of Lake George. How did the railroad influence this town, where did the name come from, and how did it change from a supplier of produce and ice to become a fishing and camping mecca? Sunday February 17th 2PM The Lake George Charter School 4 minutes from Florissant, on the south side of Highway 24 just…
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Cripple Creek Rock Collection
Join Steven Veatch for a discussion of Cripple Creek history, the contributions of the Penrose brothers, and a look at the most important rock collection in Colorado. This Chautauqua will start with the early days of Cripple Creek when it was a brawling mining camp. The discussion will include the work of two U.S.G.S. geologists who conducted the first geological investigations in the district. These two scientists created a collection of representative rocks that played a key role in the…
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The Pony Express
The fascinating story of the shortlived Pony Express will be told by presenter Ken Valles. Pictures and/or video clips will be shown of paintings, stamps, routes, stables, posters, historical markers, stations, office headquarters, statues, memorabilia, museums, even Bibles, and of the 150th anniversary in Julesburg, Colorado and Sidney, Nebraska (2010). Also on display will be Ken’s personal collection including: books, movies, photos, sample Bibles, maps, posters, and more (items not for sale). A colorful, pictorial, summary booklet is available for…
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