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Stargazing at the Bunyan Observatory
2026-05-01 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.

McCarty-Fickel Spring & Summer Tours - May 16th
2026-05-16 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, May 16th 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.
