History

Jefferson County (Colorado) Historical Society: Preserving the Past, Enriching the Future.

Founded in 1973, Jefferson County Historical Society's (JCHS) first major effort was to successfully persuade Jefferson County Open Space (JCOS) to purchase the structures now known as Hiwan Homestead Museum. JCOS and JCHS currently maintain a cooperative relationship that preserves the historical structures while serving to display and interpret JCHS's local Colorado collection.

Hiwan Homestead Museum was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1974 and now features a significant Native American arts collection. The mission of JCHS is to protect, preserve and promote the history of Jefferson County. JCHS members contribute their time and financial support to collect, preserve and interpret local history, ensuring a legacy that enriches the lives of present and future generations.

JCHS maintains Heritage Grove (adjacent to Hiwan Homestead Museum) and Medlen School. These areas serve as forums for community educational programs and community events. Additionally, JCHS schedules St. Joseph's Chapel (on the second floor of Hiwan Homestead Museum) and Heritage Grove for weddings, baptisms, and other celebrations.

JCHS volunteer programs bring together people with common interests and diverse backgrounds. In exchange for their time, volunteers receive professional training in:

• Historic preservation
• Curatorial techniques and documentation
• Oral history administration
• Public presentation skills for tours
• Lectures and special events
• Exhibit and program design

For more information, contact the museum at 303-674-6262 or join us!

JCHS is also looking for volunteers to collect and/or catalog local oral histories. If you are interested, call JCHS at 303-670-0784 or contact by E-mail.

Jefferson County Historical Society is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.

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