2012 Museum Programs & Event
February 3rd – Friday
Museum Movie Matinee: The Gold Rush
4:00pm in the Log Chapel
Join us for an entertaining presentation of the original 1925 classic Charlie Chaplin movie The Gold Rush. The building will open at 3:30 with seating available on a first come basis. The building is heated and we will serve hot cider and popcorn.
February 4th – Saturday
Gold Rushes of the 19th Century – Connecting the Golden Dots
3:00pm at the Frisco Nordic Center (Located at the Frisco Adventure Park)
Lecture Presented by Rick Hague
In celebration of Frisco’s Gold Rush weekend, join us for a lecture on the story of America’s early gold rushes. The California and Pikes Peak gold rushes didn’t just happen in isolation but had important technological and cultural influences and advancements which connected them all.
March 3rd – Saturday
Frank & Annie Ruth House Re-Opening Reception
Frisco Historic Park & Museum
3:00pm-4:00pm
In celebration of Women’s History Month and in conjuction with Tubbs Romp to Stomp, join us for the re-opening of the Frank & Annie Ruth House with a champagne toast and pink cupcake reception. Fantastic new exhibits and displays on local women’s history will be unveiled to the public!
April 8th – Sunday
Easter Egg Hunt at the Historic Park (For Ages 6-8+)
12:00pm-2:00pm
May 4th – Friday
Night at the Museum!
5:00pm-8:00pm – Annual community Open House with light refreshments, tours and a live harpist.
June 13th through August 29th – Wednesdays Lunchtime Lectures
(No Lecture Scheduled on July 4th )
12:00pm – Historical Lunchtime Lecture Series featuring 11 educational presentations held at the Historic Park scheduled every Wednesday at noon. Seating may be limited – arrive early! Contact the Museum for more information on lecture topics: 970-668-3428
June 22nd & July 20th – Fridays
Historic Tour of the Town of Frisco
10:00am – Meet at the Schoolhouse Museum at 120 Main Street. Talk a walk back in time and discover the history of Frisco’s Main Street and Galena Street. No reservations required.
June 30th – Saturday
Frisco Founder’s Day!
10:00am to 4:00pm – Experience Frisco’s Heritage at the Frisco Historic Park & Museum and celebrate the Town’s History. This event features real gold panning, live burro rides, costumed reenactments, interpretive tours and wonderful live music in the gazebo. Contact us for a full schedule of events.
July 12th – Thursday
Drinking on the Railroad: A Look at Classic Colorado Railroads and Saloons
3:00pm - Join us for another exciting magic lantern show. Featuring Mark Twain (Hugh Bingham) and Tom “Dr. Colorado” Noel who will present a slideshow lecture on railroad and tavern history of Colorado. Libations encouraged during the lecture to help you swallow some improbable stretchers.
Location: Moose Jaw, 208 Main Street in Frisco, CO
Cost: Free – No reservations required. For more information please contact the Frisco Historic Park & Museum (970) 668-3428
October 31st – Wednesday
Trick-or-Treat Street!
6:00pm-8:00pm
