History
Roxborough’s Silica Kiln
Roxborough’s Silica Kiln Just outside the entrance to Roxborough State Park is the only remaining structure from the town of Silica, Colorado. The old brick kiln sits on the site of the Silicated Brick and Clay Company. Its distinctive white bricks were made from...
John Fielder, A Friend is Gone Too Soon
John Fielder was an honored friend of the Highlands Ranch Historical Society. We were saddened to hear of his passing on August 12, 2023. He visited the Society many times over the last 10 years, always presenting interesting programs, all with accompanying music. ...
Highlands Ranch, One of the 9 Best Places to Live in Colorado
In November 2022 Travel and Leisure posted an excellent article that featured Highlands Ranch. "9 Best Places to Live in Colorado, According to Real Estate Experts." by Dobrina Zhekova. https://www.travelandleisure.com/best-places-to-live-in-colorado-6832133 The list...
Cowboys and Ranch Hands
Cowboys and Ranch Hands “A cowboy is a man with guts and a horse" – William James (1892-1942) western writer The first documented reference to the term cowboy was almost 300 years ago in 1725. It is thought that the author Jonathan Swift brought the word into common...
2023 New Highlands Ranch Historical Society Board Members
At the January 2023 HRHS Board of Directors meeting, two new officers were elected to serve on the Board. These are: Marian Robinson – Board Secretary Mary Beth Watkins – Board Treasurer In addition, Forrest Dykstra from the Highlands Ranch Metro District became a...