Event

Name: Stargazing at the Bunyan Observatory
Start: 2025-05-02T20:00:00-06:00
End: 2025-05-02T22:00:00-06:00
Location: Little Thompson Valley Pioneer Museum

February 2025
Speaker Series – Brewing, Barley, and Farming in Berthoud with Todd Olander

February 18, 2025 @ 7:00 pm

Berthoud Library 236 Welch Avenue, Berthoud, CO, United States

Todd Olander will be the speaker on February 18. When you’re enjoying a beer at your favorite local craft brewery, there’s a good chance the barley that went into your cold one was grown by Todd’s business, RootShoot Malting, right here in the Berthoud area. Todd will speak about his business, his love for farming, and how he works to preserve the farmland that has made Berthoud “the Garden Spot.” This event is to be held at the Berthoud Community Library, 236 Welch Avenue, Berthoud @ 7p.m.
BHS Board Meeting

February 20, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
March 2025
Speaker Series – Rocky Mountain National Park, with Dr. Karen Lloyd-D’Onofrio

March 18, 2025 @ 7:00 pm

Berthoud Community Recreation Center 1000 Berthoud Parkway, Berthoud, CO, United States

On March 18, Environmental Historian, Dr. Karen Lloyd-D'Onofrio, will talk about our own backyard, Rocky Mountain National Park, its cultural history dating back more than 12,000 years, and efforts to conserve the park. Come learn something new to look for on your next visit to RMNP! This event is to be held at the Berthoud Community Recreation Center, 1000 Berthoud Parkway, Berthoud @ 7p.m.
BHS Board Meeting

March 20, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
April 2025
BHS Board Meeting

April 17, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
McCarty-Fickel Home Museum Free Tour Day

April 19, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm McCarty-Fickel Home Museum Free Tour Day

Mc-Carty-Fickel Home 645 7th Street, Berthoud, CO, United States

Step back in time and explore local history with a visit to the McCarty-Fickel House Home Museum on April 19, May 17, June 14, July 19, and August 16, from 10 am to 4 pm. Hosted by the Berthoud Historical Society, the open house tour day offers visitors a unique glimpse into one of Berthoud’s most historic homes, showcasing its beautifully preserved architecture and period furnishings. Discover the stories of the families who lived there and gain insight into the town's heritage. Whether you're a history buff or simply looking for a charming day out, this tour promises a fascinating journey through Berthoud's past. Stop in any time between 10am and 4pm for a free tour!
May 2025
Stargazing at the Bunyan Observatory

May 2, 2025 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Stargazing at the Bunyan Observatory

Little Thompson Valley Pioneer Museum 224 Mountain Avenue, Berthoud, CO, 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.