Dedicated to a rich rural heritage, the Berthoud Historical Society (est. 1977) discovers and preserves the history of the town of Berthoud, the Little Thompson Valley area, Colorado and the surrounding region.
Dedicated to a rich rural heritage, the Berthoud Historical Society (est. 1977) discovers and preserves the history of the town of Berthoud, the Little Thompson Valley area, Colorado and the surrounding region.
Our Museums
The Little Thompson Valley Pioneer Museum
and the Pioneer Courtyard
224 Mountain Avenue, Berthoud, CO 80513
Phone: 970-532-2147
Hours of Operation – Open Wednesday-Saturday, 1-4 p.m.
Admission – Adults $5 | Seniors and Youth (12-18) $3 | Children (11 and under) Free
Members always free
McCarty-Fickel Home Museum
and Event Space
645 7th Street, Berthoud, CO 80513
Phone: 970-532-2147
Hours of Operation – Open by Appointment
Admission – Adults and Children over 11 $5 | Children (11 and under) – Free
Members always free
Permanent and Rotating Exhibits
Permanent Exhibit
The Little Thompson Valley Pioneer Museum
Our permanent exhibit at the Little Thompson Valley Pioneer Museum highlights the historic past of Berthoud and the Little Thompson Valley area with hundreds of objects, historic buildings, and an engaging and informative museum tour.
New Exhibit
1909 Maxwell Runabout Car
Imagine yourself at 11 years old.
Think about how you might spend your days.
Would you work a job?
Berthoud’s Floyd Clymer was 11 years old when he sold cars just like this one!
New and Exciting!
Berthoud Farmstead Barn Tour
Get your 2024 Calendar
Berthoud - Garden Spot of Colorado Here!
Berthoud, in the early days known as the agricultural center of southern Larimer County, Colorado, was identified as “The Garden Spot of Colorado” by the local Chamber of Commerce in 1907. The aim of the Berthoud—Garden Spot of Colorado 2024 calendar is to examine the origin of that moniker and pay tribute to the farmers and townspeople who upheld that reputation.
The Berthoud Historical Society extends its most sincere appreciation to everyone who has provided photos for use in this calendar as well as the museums’ exhibits. Such generosity makes it possible for the Society to fulfill its mission to preserve and interpret the rich heritage of Berthoud and the Little Thompson Valley.
While paper calendars have rapidly become redundant in a world dominated by electronic devices, we invite you to peruse the photographs and historical comments featured in this calendar. Berthoud—The Garden Spot of Colorado is a glimpse at Berthoud and its tradition of fine agriculture and horticulture.
Calendars are $20 and Include Shipping
Upcoming Events
Please Support our Trivia Sponsors!
Great Reads about Berthoud
Hover over the book image, or touch with your finger to learn more!
Our Summer Concerts are Always a Big Hit!
From June to August each year, the Society hosts a variety of local musical groups in our Pioneer Courtyard! Most concerts are free and food and drink are available for purchase!
2024 Concert Schedule
June 26 – An Old Fashioned Guitar Pull” with Jim Deeming, Bella Spellman, & Butch Hause
Get Involved and Show Your Support!
Great People • Fun Activities • A Worthy Cause
Join
Join our fun and engaging community and support Berthoud history!
Your membership provides the satisfaction found in helping preserve the unique heritage of Berthoud and the Little Thompson Valley. Membership benefits include four newsletters per year, free admission to the Little Thompson Valley Pioneer Museum and McCarty-Fickel Home house museum, and discounts on summer day camp tuition and rental fees for private events scheduled at the McCarty-Fickel Home or the Pioneer Courtyard at the Little Thompson Valley Pioneer Museum.
Volunteer
Become a real part of our Museums and Events and Share in the FUN!
The Berthoud Historical Society relies on volunteers to help us run our museums and many programs and events. Help us further our mission to preserve the heritage of Berthoud and the Little Thompson Valley by volunteering at the Little Thompson Valley Pioneer Museum, the McCarty-Fickel Home house museum or for Historical Society projects, programs and events.
Donate
Support Our Museums, our Staff, and our Events Directly!
Make a Donation Now
Your donation to The Berthoud Historical Society is tax deductable and greatly appreciated!
Please Remember the Society on Colorado Gives Day in December!
Berthoud Historical Society
P.O. Box 225
Berthoud, CO 80513
Phone: 970-532-2147
Little Thompson Valley Pioneer Museum
224 Mountain Ave.
Berthoud, CO 80513
Phone: 970-532-2147
Hours of Operation
Open Thursday-Saturday, 1-4 p.m.
McCarty-Fickel Home Museum
645 7th Street
Berthoud, CO 80513
Hours of Operation
Open by Appointment Only
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