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2009 Events
Check back often and see what’s happening—we offer something different every day: tours, classes, crafts, games and fairs!
Museum Open House
Thursday, February 26
2–6 pm
This is a great opportunity to chat with staff and board and volunteers about future plans and get any questions answered. We'll also be collecting your ideas. Executive Director Shannon Voirol will give a welcome and comments on our new organization at 4 pm. Join us for light refreshments. At Golden History Center (formerly Golden Pioneer Museum) 923 10th St.; free admission. (Please note this date replaces previously scheduled open houses on January 30 & 31).
Blacksmith Demo Days
Saturday, March 7 & 21
Saturday, April 4 & 18
Saturday, May 2, 16, & 30
Saturday, June 13 & 27
Saturday, July 11 & 25
Saturday, August 8 & 22
Saturday, September 5 & 19
10 am –2 pm
Golden had a local blacksmith as early as 1859, so why stop now? Join Matt O'Callaghan and other guest blacksmiths in our blacksmith shop, and watch them craft metal into useful, everyday items. At Clear Creek History Park, free admission.
Dates and times are subject to change and weather conditions. Please call to verify. 
Ladies Only Sample Tour
Thursday, May 7
4–8 pm
Special late hours at the Astor House Museum during this Ladies' Night Out. Stroll Golden's Original Shopping District & "sample" all there is to offer. Fabulous freebies and special coupon offers await you in dozens of locations. Invitation packets available for sale at participating merchants for $12.50. See website below for more info:
www.ladiesonlysampletour.com
The Good Old Days at Clear Creek History Park
Tuesdays June 2nd - August 4th
Join Pat Hughes at the Clear Creek History Park every Tuesday from 10-2, starting June 2nd, for some fun activities, including ice cream making, gardening and pioneer games, to name a few.
She’ll be ready to share her knowledge of the Clear Creek History Park and her pioneer expertise with anyone passing by.
Clear Creek History Park Guided Tours
Sundays June 7th - August 9th
On Sundays starting June 7th scheduled tours of the historic cabins and school-house start at 11:00, 12:00, 1:00, and 2:00. Meet at the East entrance. 20 person maximum per tour.
Tour included with Golden History Center and Astor House Museum $6.00 combination ticket.
Hands-On Woodstove Cooking
Saturday, May 23
Saturday, June 20
Saturday, July 18
Saturday, August 15 & 16
10 am –2 pm
Drop in and learn the art of cooking on a woodstove with our master of the domestic arts, Linda Griffin. Help her cook up a storm in the Pearce Cabin as you learn what went in to putting dinner on the table for a frontier family. At Clear Creek History Park, $5 suggested donation for materials (cash only). No pre-registration required.
4-H Livestock Days at Clear Creek History Park
If you thought the donkeys at Clear Creek History Park were fun last year, wait until you hear what’s in store for this summer. Sheep, goats, rabbits, cattle, and even more chickens are scheduled to visit on select days in June and July. Ever wonder what it takes to raise a hog or what a cow smells like up close? This is your opportunity to find out from local experts at Jefferson County 4-H.
At least twelve 4-H families will be on-site at Clear Creek History Park to showcase some of the animals they’re raising for the Jefferson County Fair held in August. Animals and their owners will be around from 10-2 with presentations at 11:00 and 1:00 on the following Saturdays. Animal demos will be held near the corral and barn.
Saturday, June 13 Sheep and Goats
Saturday, June 27 Rabbits
Saturday, July 11 Chickens
Saturday, July 18 Cattle
10 am - 2 pm
Summer Solstice Music Festival
Saturday, June 20
5–9:30 pm
Celebrate the official start of summer with our annual fundraiser at Clear Creek History Park. Spread your blanket on the natural
hillside amphitheater and enjoy a variety of toe-tapping live country, bluegrass, and folk music from Dylan Sneed , Dan Craig, John William Davis, and The Mile Markers. Good grub includes BBQ and
beer. Adult Members $9, Adults $12, College Students with ID $9, Youth ages 10-17 $5, Youth under 10 free. Buy your adult tickets in advance and save $2. Tickets are non-refundable. Due to a scheduling conflict Halden Wofford and the Hi Beams will not be playing.
Saddle Club at the Corral during Buffalo Bill Days
Saturday, July 25th (After the Parade – 2:00)
As part of Buffalo Bill Days the Clear Creek History Park will be hosting members of the Buffalo Bill Saddle Club. So stop by to meet and greet some equines while learning from a few experts.
Clear Creek History Park Free Days during the Golden Fine Arts Festival
Saturday & Sunday, August 15 & 16
10 am–4:30 pm
Lace making, spinning and blacksmithing were part of daily life on the frontier. Watch demonstrations of these and other traditional
skills, taste what’s cooking on the woodstove and say hello to the chickens. The Clear Creek History Park showcases the artisans
of yesteryear as part of the annual Golden Fine Arts Festival. SCFD sponsored free admission.
Members Party
Friday, September TBA
6:30–9 pm
Please be our guest at this annual event to thank members for their support. Meet other members and be among the first to know
what’s happening with our recent improvements and future plans. Enjoy a gracious evening with entertainment, wine and hors d’oeuvres
at the Astor House. Free admission; members only.
Bookfair at Barnes & Noble
Friday, November 20
9 am–11 pm
We’ll distract the kids with free pioneer dress-up while you shop, and in return, every purchase you make supports our museums.
There’s no added cost to your purchases, and Golden History Museums will receive a part of the day’s sales.
This year, start your holiday shopping before Thanksgiving! Held at Denver West Barnes & Noble, 14347 W. Colfax Ave. Free admission.
Candlelight Walk
Friday, December 4
7 pm–9 pm
Stroll through the Astor House Museum, Clear Creek History Park, and the Golden History Center as you join friends and neighbors in the Golden Candlelight Walk. Watch traditional Scandinavian dancers, sing carols, warm yourself with hot chocolate and cookies, and enjoy our festive holiday decor. Free admission.
