Theobald Award for Historic Preservation: CALL FOR NOMINATIONS
The BHA is pleased to announce the 2020 Theobald Award to honor a person, business, or project that exemplifies local preservation. Click here for more information and the nomination form.
Theobald Award for Historic Preservation: CALL FOR NOMINATIONS
The BHA is pleased to announce the 2020 Theobald Award to honor a person, business, or project that exemplifies local preservation. Click here for more information and the nomination form.
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WELCOME TO HISTORIC BRECKENRIDGE
we are your go-to source for Breckenridge, Colorado history
Hike with a Historian in Breckenridge
Schedule
offered select dates each summer
Cost & Reservations
$25/adult (ages 13+), $15/child (ages 4-12)
reservations required by 5pm the day prior to the tour
Where to meet and park
meeting location varies based on the hike; location and directions will be included in your purchase confirmation email
About the tour
The rich and wonderful history of Breckenridge has been researched and recorded by many local experts. In this exclusive summer series, you have the opportunity to enjoy a hike and discussion with these fascinating historians. Below are a few samples of previously offered hikes.
Rocky Point at Boreas Pass with Dr. Sandra Mather
Join Dr. Sandra Mather to hear about the millions of years it took to create the geology at Boreas Pass and around Rocky Point. She'll discuss the influence of geology on the railroad and, in turn, the influence of the railroad on the development of Breckenridge.
Iowa Hill Hydraulic Gold Mine with Rich Skovlin
Join Rich Skovlin to hike through 150 years of gold mining history on the Iowa Hill trail. Rich will explain the remaining equipment along the trail and the mining activities of Iowa Hill. Large gold nuggets from this mine were exhibited at the 1893 Columbian Exposition in Chicago.
French Pass - Gateway to the Gold Rush with Rick Hague
Join Rick Hague to explore the history of the area from Lincoln City eastwards to French Pass and the role French Gulch and French Pass played in the Pikes Peak Gold Rush. Along the way, you'll visit an old mill site.
What to expect
This is an outdoor hike offered in sun, wind, and snow. It is not intended to be strenuous but guests from lower elevations may feel the effects of altitude. Click here for more FAQs.
Best for
History lovers, outdoor enthusiasts, adults.
dates, times, and prices subject to change without notice; all activities weather dependent