SVHS Programs

Pioneer Days

For three weeks each spring, the Old Mill Park becomes a hands-on living history experience for over 1,000 are third-grade public and private school students. Trained Society volunteers don costumes and re-enact a day in the life of a late-1800s St. Vrain Valley pioneer. This program serves as curriculum enhancement for the St. Vrain Valley schools, and a follow-up activity booklet is distributed to all students. Scheduling is coordinated through the SVHS.

Historical Re-Enactments / Presentations

Charles and Katherine Hover
and their Magic Lantern Show:

Cliff and Carol Woolman are a delightful couple who portray the Hovers, a prominent Longmont couple who designed and built beloved Hoverhome and Farmstead at 1309 Hover Rd in the early 1900s. In first person as the Hovers, and with pictures, they share stories of the Hovers' family life and development of this agricultural landmark. This program is available for social clubs, civic and service groups, senior centers, and any other interested parties for a donation of $50 to SVHS. To schedule a performance for your group or event  please call the SVHS office.

Judge Robert and Lillian Kerr:

The Woolmans also portray the Kerrs, early Colorado residents of Colorado Springs. Lillian was a suffragette and worked on a national level for the passage of the 19th amendment. This program tells the moving story of this significant Colorado woman, and her successful fight for equality and the right to vote. This 40 minute program is available for interested groups of all sizes, for a donation of $50 to SVHS. To schedule an appearance for your club or organization please call the Society office.

Tours

Old Mill Park

This beautiful Longmont landmark is open daily from 10:00 am to 6:00pm, free of charge, for visitors to enjoy the gazebo, stage, picnic area, two 1860’s log cabins, and a milk house. For a $65 donation, SVHS docents in period costume will lead your group on a tour through the park and the inside of the cabins while describing pioneer life in the St. Vrain Valley. To schedule a trip back in time call the SVHS office.

Self Guided Walking Tours

Brochures for these tours are available at the SVHS Office in Old St. Stephen’s Church, 470 Main Street.

1) Main Street Landmarks
2) Third Avenue, Historic West Side
3) Thompson Park Neighborhood
4) Historic East Side