Welcome to the Berthoud Historical Society

Stargazing at the Bunyan Observatory
2026-06-05 20:00 - 22:00 (America/Denver) | Little Thompson Valley Pioneer Museum, 224 Mountain Avenue, Berthoud, CO, 80537, United States
The Bunyan Observatory at the Little Thompson Valley Pioneer Museum is a working replica of the courtyard astronomical observatory that banker John Bunyan built at his Berthoud home in 1933.
Outfitted with Bunyan’s original Brashear telescope (6 inches in diameter and nearly 7 feet long) the observatory is an exhibit during regular museum hours and a site for public stargazing the first Friday night of each month beginning at dusk.

Berthoud Day - Scenes from Rick Padden's hit play Beets
2026-06-06 11:30 - 16:00 | Little Thompson Valley Pioneer Museum Courtyard, 224 Mountain Avenue, Berthoud, CO, 80513, United States
Right after the Berthoud Days Parade (June 6th at Town Park – Berthoud) head on over to see this free performance of scenes from Rick Padden’s hit play “BEETS!” It is a play set in Berthoud and about Berthoud during WWII. Support the Moon Theatre Company and the Berthoud Historical Society and learn about local history!

Concerts in the Pioneer Courtyard - June 10 - Rusty 44 takes the Sunnyside Stage!
2026-06-10 17:30 - 20:30 | Little Thompson Valley Pioneer Museum Courtyard, 224 Mountain Avenue, Berthoud, CO, 80513, United States
Concerts in the Pioneer Courtyard – June 10 – Rusty 44 takes the Sunnyside Stage!
rusty44band.com – A magical blend of Bluegrass and Americana!

Get ready for another season of FREE live music in the heart of Berthoud! Join us at the Little Thompson Valley Pioneer Museum Pioneer Courtyard for three incredible concerts featuring talented local bands. Relax under the summer sky, and enjoy the sounds of Colorado’s best musicians!

2026 Summer Concert Lineup:
June 10 – Rusty 44(rusty44band.com) – A magical blend of Bluegrass and Americana!

June 24 – Strangebyrds (strangebyrds.com) – Soulful, folk-rock duo with rich harmonies!

July 15 – Sugar Britches (sugarbritchesmusic.com) – Toe-tapping honky-tonk and witty Americana!

Location: Little Thompson Valley Pioneer Museum Pioneer Courtyard – 224 Mountain Avenue, Berthoud – Gates open at 5:30, music begins at 6:30

Food and Drinks available for sale at the event!

Admission: FREE – Donations welcome to support local history & live music!

McCarty-Fickel Spring & Summer Tours - June 20th
2026-06-20 10:00 - 16:00 | Mc-Carty-Fickel Home, 645 7th Street, Berthoud, CO, 80537, United States
Step Into the Past—For Free!
Join us Saturday, June 20th for a special Open House at the McCarty-Fickel Home Museum, where history comes alive with FREE guided tours of one of Berthoud’s most iconic historic homes!

Wander through elegant early 20th-century rooms, learn about the influential McCarty and Fickel families, and discover the fascinating story of Berthoud’s medical and civic heritage. Whether you’re a history lover, a curious local, or just looking for a meaningful weekend activity, this is the perfect opportunity to explore our town’s roots.

Concerts in the Pioneer Courtyard - June 24 - Strangebyrds takes the Sunnyside Stage!
2026-06-24 17:30 - 20:30 | Little Thompson Valley Pioneer Museum Courtyard, 224 Mountain Avenue, Berthoud, CO, 80513, United States
Concerts in the Pioneer Courtyard – June 24 – Strangebyrds takes the Sunnyside Stage!
(strangebyrds.com) – Soulful, folk-rock duo with rich harmonies!

Get ready for another season of FREE live music in the heart of Berthoud! Join us at the Little Thompson Valley Pioneer Museum Pioneer Courtyard for three incredible concerts featuring talented local bands. Relax under the summer sky, and enjoy the sounds of Colorado’s best musicians!

2026 Summer Concert Lineup:
June 10 – Rusty 44(rusty44band.com) – A magical blend of Bluegrass and Americana!

June 24 – Strangebyrds (strangebyrds.com) – Soulful, folk-rock duo with rich harmonies!

July 15 – Sugar Britches (sugarbritchesmusic.com) – Toe-tapping honky-tonk and witty Americana!

Location: Little Thompson Valley Pioneer Museum Pioneer Courtyard – 224 Mountain Avenue, Berthoud – Gates open at 5:30, music begins at 6:30

Food and Drinks available for sale at the event!

Admission: FREE – Donations welcome to support local history & live music!
