Denver Mob Tours--SOLD OUT
2024-09-12 10:30 - 14:30, 2024-08-08 10:30 - 14:30, 2024-06-13 10:30 - 14:30 (America/Denver) | Gaetano’s Restaurant, 3760 Tejon St., Denver, CO, 80211
2024 Thursdays — October 10 IS SOLD OUT

@ 10:45 am – 2:30 pm

Cost: $55 HRHS members $60 Non- HRHS members
Small group tour to 20 sites in Denver, followed by lunch at Gaetano’s.
Meet at Gaetano’s Restaurant where our Tour Leader Tom will pick us up, and transport us to Denver’s North Side for a driving tour and narration of these sites and people. We finish our tour at Gaetano’s Restaurant, which was owned by the Smaldone family.
Lunch is NOT included in the cost, that is additional for each person. Prix Fixed menu, Red (spaghetti and Meatball) or White (fettuchini alfredo with chicken), soup or salad, bread, non-alcoholic beverage for about $25. Tax and gratuities added on by the restaurant. Alcoholic drinks or dessert are available for additional cost. Expect total cost to be approx. $30.
Download 2024 Registration Form HERE and Mail into the Historical Society (must do if paying by CHECK) or pay online below

Transportation to Gaetano’s is on your own Lunch is on your own, approx. $30

TOUR: Douglas County Sheriff– Law Enforcement Training Facility, Firing Range & Vehicle Training Facility
2024-07-12 09:30 - 15:00 | DAD CLARK RTD PARK AND RIDE, 8392 S. Burnley Ct., Highlands Ranch, CO, 80126
Friday, July 12, 2024 @ 9:30 am – 3:00 pm

$60 HRHS Members $65 Non-HRHS Members
Box Lunch and Bus Transportation is INCLUDED!

OR
Download 2024 Registration Form HERE and Mail into the Historical Society (must do if paying by CHECK)
Deputy Brian McKnight, Presenter
Deputy Ryan Falkner, Presenter
Unique opportunity to tour these two premier training facilities here in Douglas County, get some “hands on” experiences and enjoy lunch and transportation to both locations.
The Highlands Ranch Law Enforcement Training facility (HRLETF) is currently used for firearms and other training by approximately 64 city, county, state and federal law enforcement agencies with over 2800 users. The HRLETF also features several civic activities during the year to include the BSA Eagle Scouts, Civil Air Patrol and 4-H clubs. The facility also houses the County Sheriffs of Colorado Association headquarters (since 1999) and NecroSearch International.
With “state of the art” equipment and facilities, it remains the premier law enforcement training facility of the Front Range.
(Note HR History Buffs–this is located in the area of the former Arapahoe Hunt Club)

The CODE 303 Drivers Training facility provides Douglas County and other metro-area public-safety agencies a safe place to teach advanced decision making; proper pursuit driving and pursuit termination; communication while driving; defensive driving; day and night driving, inclement weather skills; vehicle dynamics, and limitations; motorcycle officer certifications; crash investigation training and the most recent approaches to traffic incident management.
Transportation to the HR LETF is via Tour Bus (cost of bus included in tour fee)
Transportation to Bus Meeting Location is on your town.
Meeting Location July 12 at 9:30 am is Dad Clark Park and Ride,
8392 S. Burnley Court, Highlands Ranch
Friday, July 12 9:30 am – 3 pm
$60 HRHS Member $65 non-Member

OR
Download 2024 Registration Form HERE and Mail into the Historical Society (must do if paying by CHECK)

TOUR: Molly Brown House Museum
2024-06-26 10:30 - 12:00 | Molly Brown House Museum, 1340 N. Pennsylvania St., Denver, CO, 80203
Guided tour of the Molly Brown House by June program presenter and Docent Susan Bugbee. Susan will take you on a journey to yesterday with her narration and stories of Molly Brown and the beautiful mansion.
Below–Susan Bugbee as Molly Brown, at the State Capitol

Limited to 15 participants
Afterward join up as a group at nearby Steve’s Snappin’ Dogs for lunch if desired. (yum!) (lunch not included in tour cost)
NOTE: Transportation is on your own to the Molly Brown House and Steve’s Snappin’ Dogs
Wednesday, June 26 10:30 am – 12 pm
$21 HRHS Member $24 non-Member

OR
Download 2024 Registration Form HERE and Mail into the Historical Society (must do if paying by CHECK)

Tour: Museum of Outdoor Arts and Fiddler's Green
2024-05-22 10:00 - 13:00 | Museum of Outdoor Arts/Fiddler’s Green Amph., 6331 S. Fiddler's Green Cir., Greenwood Village, CO, 80111
Wednesday, May 22 10 am – 1 pm
$32 HRHS Member $37 non-Member

OR
Download 2024 Registration Form HERE and Mail into the Historical Society (must do if paying by CHECK)

Discover this hidden gem, right in the middle of Greenwood Village! Learn about Marjorie and John Madden, and the development of this quiet oasis. Enjoy a guided walking tour of Marjorie Park, including all of the interesting and new art installations.

Concerts abound in the evenings in the lush amphitheatre, but during the daytime we will have great access during the quiet time, to explore the Fiddlers Green Amphitheatre, where our tour includes the new Living Wall.

Information from the MOA website: “The Museum of Outdoor Arts (MOA) was founded in 1981 by commercial real estate developer, John W. Madden Jr., his wife, Marjorie P. Madden, and their daughter, Cynthia Madden Leitner. MOA is a forerunner in the placement of site-specific sculpture in Colorado. Our art collection is located within various public locations throughout the Denver metro area. From commercial office parks to botanic gardens, city parks and traditional sculpture gardens; art is placed to interpret space as “a museum without walls.” Foremost, MOA believes in its mission of ‘making art a part of everyday life.’.”

Includes Boxed Lunch, enjoy in the beautiful park after the tour. Marjorie Park is only open for special events, tours, or by appointment, so this is a great private opportunity to enjoy the park on a (hopefully!) lovely spring day!

OR
Download 2024 Registration Form HERE and Mail into the Historical Society (must do if paying by CHECK)

Tour: BEHIND THE SCENES AT WINGS OVER THE ROCKIES, HISTORY OF LOWRY
2024-04-08 10:00 - 14:00 | Wings Over the Rockies Museum, 7711 E. Academy Blvd., Denver, CO, 80230
MONDAY APRIL 8 , 2024 10 am till 2 pm
$37 HRHS Member $42 Non-Member
Inside look at the Wings Over the Rockies Museum, including presentation on the History of Lowry Air Force Base. The Lowry Foundation will also be on hand to provide information about the Walking and Driving Tours and maps.
Includes admission to the museum, boxed lunch and plenty of time left to explore the Museum and Walking/Driving Tour of Lowry on your own.

OR
DOWNLOAD 2024 REGISTRATION FORM HERE and Mail into the Historical Society
(MUST DO if paying by Check)

TOUR: Denver Mob Tour
2023-10-26 10:30 - 14:30 | Gaetano’s Restaurant, 3760 Tejon St., Denver, CO, 80211
Denver Mob Tour

10:30 am -2:30 pm
$50 HRHS Members $55 Non- HRHS Members
SELECT A DATE:
Thursday, October 26

Small group tour to 20 sites in Denver, followed by lunch at Gaetano’s.
Meet at Gaetano’s Restaurant where our Tour Leader Tom Hackett will pick us up, and transport us to Denver’s North Side for a driving tour and narration of these sites and people. We finish our tour at Gaetano’s Restaurant, which was owned by the Smaldone family.
Lunch is on your own, approx. $25
Total time approx. 10:30 am till 2:30 pm
Transportation to Gaetano’s is on your own
NOTE: SPECIFIC INFO RE: MEETING LOCATION DETAILS WILL BE PROVIDED AFTER REGISTRATION

TOUR: Rambler Ranch
2023-09-20 10:00 - 15:00 | DAD CLARK RTD PARK AND RIDE, 8392 S. Burnley Ct., Highlands Ranch, CO, 80126
RAMBLER RANCH
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20
10 am – 3 pm
$60 HRHS Members
$65 non-HRHS Members
Includes Bus Transportation to Elizabeth, entrance to Rambler Ranch, and a yummy boxed lunch.
Rambler Ranch is pure fun! Rambler Ranch is “the greatest Nash, Rambler, AMC Showcase on Planet Earth”

Set in a beautiful forested section of Elizabeth, this unusual collection of cars, buildings, displays is sure to cause “WOWS” and “Look at this one” and more!
You will receive access to

60,000 square ft. of indoor display space featuring 250 cars,

two appliance show rooms,

a two bedroom mid-century model home,

plus more!

Lunch will be served in the classic diner.

wander the grounds,

visit all or as many of the areas as you like.

Truly a unique experience, good for all members of the family!
More photos and videos at
https://www.ramblerranch.com/team-1
NOTE: Specific details regarding Meeting Location, time, etc. will sent following registration

TOUR: Cherokee Castle with Meg and John--Royalty and VIP focus!
2023-08-09 10:00 - 14:00 | Cherokee Castle, 6113 N Daniels Park Rd, Sedalia, CO, 80135, United States
Cherokee Castle Tour

with Meg and John

Wednesday, August 9

10 am – 1 pm
Box lunch is included

$40 HRHS Members
$45 Non-HRHS Members

Join us for this special, private tour of the Cherokee Ranch Castle, led by Tweet Kimball’s caterer and butler, Meg Anderson and John Lake. Other Docents will be available.

Get the inside scoop on the Castle!
View the beautiful antiques, architecture, and hear stories about Tweet and her escapades over the years. Meg and John will discuss and display items not usually included on regular tours, many focusing on the special topic of Royalty and VIPs at the Castle!

The Castle is a unique treasure in Douglas County, not to be missed. Spectacular views of the front range of the Rockies from the Terrace, windows, and top of the Castle!!

Following the tour, which will last approx. 90 minutes, we will then head back to the Great Hall or the Terrace for lunch (included)

Beautiful views and great company all around!

Transportation to the Castle is on your own.
6113 Daniels Park Rd, Sedalia, CO 80135
NOTE: this tour always fills up!! Don’t delay, reserve today!

(This is a special discounted rate, as well as a longer tour with Meg and John, and then the pleasure of staying for lunch. What a deal!)

NOTE: Specific details regarding meeting location and confirmation of registration will be sent separately.

TOUR: Douglas County Sheriff-- Law Enforcement Training Facility; Firing Range and Vehicle Training Facility
2023-06-30 09:30 - 14:30 | DAD CLARK RTD PARK AND RIDE, 8392 S. Burnley Ct., Highlands Ranch, CO, 80126
Douglas County Sheriff: Law Enforcement Training Facility: Firing Range and Vehicle Training Facility
9:30 am- 2:30 pm Friday, June 30
$50 HRHS Members $55 Non-HRHS Members
Box Lunch and Bus Transportation is INCLUDED!

Deputy Brian McKnight, Presenter

Unique opportunity to tour these two premier training facilities here in Douglas County, get some “hands on” experiences and enjoy lunch and transportation to both locations.
The Highlands Ranch Law Enforcement Training facility (HRLETF)
is currently used for firearms and other training by approximately 64 city, county, state and federal law enforcement agencies with over 2800 users. The HRLETF also features several civic activities during the year to include the BSA Eagle Scouts, Civil Air Patrol and 4-H clubs. The facility also houses the County Sheriffs of Colorado Association headquarters (since 1999) and NecroSearch International.
With “state of the art” equipment and facilities, it remains the premier law enforcement training facility of the Front Range.
(Note HR History Buffs–this is located in the area of the former Arapahoe Hunt Club)

The CODE 303 Drivers Training facility provides Douglas County and other metro-area public-safety agencies a safe place to teach advanced decision making; proper pursuit driving and pursuit termination; communication while driving; defensive driving; day and night driving, inclement weather skills; vehicle dynamics, and limitations; motorcycle officer certifications; crash investigation training and the most recent approaches to traffic incident management.
Meeting Location June 30 at 9:30 am is Dad Clark Park and Ride,
8392 S. Burnley Court, Highlands Ranch

Tour: Fairmount Cemetery Symbolism Tour
2022-10-01 10:00 - 13:00 | Fairmount Cemetery, 430 S Quebec St, Denver, CO, 80247, United States
FAIRMOUNT CEMETERY TOUR: SYMBOLISM
Saturday, OCTOBER 1, 2022
10 am – 1 pm
$50 HRHS Members
$55 non-HRHS Members
Please join us at the beautiful Fairmount Cemetery discovering the symbolism that may illustrate the “Divine purpose which animates human endeavor…” Learn to read the art’s unfolding stories by decoding the symbols’ meanings on this tour.
For example, what does an anchor signify?? Or an angel?? Or a bird??

Undoubtedly you will gain a new appreciation and “eye” for carved stones (tombstones, building stones and more!)
Meet your tour guides at the Little Ivy Chapel – they will assist you during this walking tour of Fairmount Cemetery.
Following the walking tour, we will meet in the Chapel in the Pines for a box lunch (included) and informal visit with our tour guides as we discover interesting facts about the buildings, Fairmount, and one another!
After the formal tour and refreshing lunch, feel free to explore Fairmount on your own. Map and suggestions provided.

Tour Registration Form Hard Copy–Click HERE

Tour: MELVIN SCHOOLHOUSE & MELVIN-LEWIS CEMETERY
2022-08-30 10:00 - 13:00 | CO
MELVIN SCHOOLHOUSE & MELVIN-LEWIS CEMETERY TOUR
Tuesday, August 30
10:00am to 1:00pm
Speakers:
Gary O’Hara, President, Cherry Creek Valley Historical Society
&
Lee Whiteley Author and Historian
$25 HRHS Members $30 Non-HRHS Members includes lunch
Do you know where “Melvin, Colorado” was?
What is so special about the Melvin-Lewis Cemetery?
How many bodies are buried there??
Where were the Mile-Houses and major transportation routes and what important role did they play in the settlement of Denver and the Cherry Creek Valley?

Gary O’Hara, President of the Cherry Creek Valley Historical Society, and Lee Whiteley, famed local historian and prolific author, will fill in the answers to the above. Explore the fascinating history of Melvin, CO. Find out about the Mile Houses along present-day Parker Rd. Visit the Melvin School, which is celebrating it’s 100th Anniversary this year! Walk through the Melvin-Lewis Cemetery (wear very sturdy shoes or the cactus will bite!) and think about the sacrifices that many of those buried there gave for our behalf.

Boxed lunch is supplied, which we will enjoy in the Melvin Schoolhouse, a well -preserved 1 1/2 room structure hidden in plain site! Bring your water. sturdy walking shoes, walking stick, hat, and sense of adventure as we travel off of the beaten path in our own backyard!

Transportation is on your own to these nearby yet oh-so-far-away locations in Aurora on/near Parker Rd.

Registration Form Hard Copy: Click HERE

Tour: Douglas County Sheriff Law Enforcement Training Facility and Vehicle Training Facility
2022-07-22 09:30 - 14:30 | DAD CLARK RTD PARK AND RIDE, 8392 S. Burnley Ct., Highlands Ranch, CO, 80126
Douglas County Sheriff:
Law Enforcement Training Facility: Firing Range and Vehicle Training Facility
Friday, July 22
9:30 am- 2:30 pm
$50 HRHS Members
$55 Non-HRHS Members
Box Lunch and Bus Transportation is INCLUDED!
Deputy Brian McKnight, Presenter
Unique opportunity to tour these two premier training facilities here in Douglas County, get some “hands on” experiences and enjoy lunch and transportation to both locations.
The Highlands Ranch Law Enforcement Training facility (HRLETF) is currently used for firearms and other training by approximately 64 city, county, state and federal law enforcement agencies with over 2800 users. The HRLETF also features several civic activities during the year to include the BSA Eagle Scouts, Civil Air Patrol and 4-H clubs. The facility also houses the County Sheriffs of Colorado Association headquarters (since 1999) and NecroSearch International. We will also watch a demonstration by the Canine officers.
The future of the HRLETF is delineated by its new Mission Statement. With “state of the art” equipment and facilities, it remains the premier law enforcement training facility of the Front Range.
(Note HR History Buffs–this is located in the area of the former Arapahoe Hunt Club)

The CODE 303 Drivers Training facility provides Douglas County and other metro-area public-safety agencies a safe place to teach advanced decision making; proper pursuit driving and pursuit termination; communication while driving; defensive driving; day and night driving, inclement weather skills; vehicle dynamics, and limitations; motorcycle officer certifications; crash investigation training and the most recent approaches to traffic incident management.

Registration Form, Hard Copy, Click HERE
Meet at the RTD Park and Ride at HR Town Center, where we will board the bus for transportation to both Doug Co Sheriff Venues

Cherokee Castle Tour with Meg and John
2022-06-29 10:00 - 13:00 | Cherokee Castle, 6113 N Daniels Park Rd, Sedalia, CO, 80135, United States
Cherokee Castle Tour with Meg and John
Wednesday, June 29
10 am – 1 pm
Box lunch is included
$35 HRHS Members
$40 Non-HRHS Members

Join us for this special, private tour of the Cherokee Ranch Castle,
led by Tweet Kimball’s caterer and butler, Meg Anderson and John Lake.

An additional Castle Docent will also be on hand to lead portions of the tour!
Get the inside scoop on the Castle!
View the beautiful antiques, architecture, and hear stories about Tweet and her escapades over the years.
The Castle is a unique treasure in Douglas County, not to be missed. Spectacular views of the front range of the Rockies from the Terrace, windows, and top of the Castle!!
Following the tour, which will last approx. 90 minutes, we will then head back to the Great Hall or the Terrace for lunch (included)
Transportation to the Castle is on your own.
6113 Daniels Park Rd, Sedalia, CO 80135

Registration Form Hard Copy–Click HERE
NOTE: this tour always fills up!!
Don’t delay, reserve today!
(This is a special discounted rate, as well as a longer tour with Meg and John, and then the pleasure of staying for lunch. What a deal!)

Denver Mob Tours
2022-06-08 10:30 - 2022-10-12 14:30 | Gaetano’s Restaurant, 3760 Tejon St., Denver, CO, 80211
Denver Mob Tour
10:30 am -2 pm
Cost: $45 HRHS members $50 Non- HRHS members
Wednesday, October 12 SOLD OUT

Small group tour to 20 sites in Denver, followed by lunch at Gaetano’s.
Meet at Gaetano’s Restaurant where our Tour Leader Tom Hackett will pick us up, and transport us to Denver’s North Side for a driving tour and narration of these sites and people. We finish our tour at Gaetano’s Restaurant, which was owned by the Smaldone family.
Lunch is NOT included in the cost, that is additional for each person. Prix Fixed menu, Red (spaghetti and Meatball) or White (fettuchini alfredo with chicken), soup or salad, bread, non-alcoholic beverage for $20. Tax and gratuities added on by the restaurant. Alcoholic drinks or dessert are available for additional cost. Expect total cost to be approx. $30.

Tour Registration Form (hard copy) Click Here
Transportation to Gaetano’s is on your own Lunch is on your own, approx. $30

Fairmount Cemetery Tour
2021-10-05 04:00 - 07:00 | Fairmount Cemetery, 430 S Quebec St, Denver, CO, 80247, United States
Fairmount Cemetery in Denver, Colorado, was founded in 1890 and is Denver’s second oldest operating cemetery after Riverside Cemetery. It was designed by German landscape architect Reinhard Schuetze. The cemetery was patterned after Mount Auburn Cemetery in Boston. The cemetery is 280 acres. Following a walking tour of Millionaires Row, and after listening to stories of the residents, we will enjoy a lovely lunch in the Rose Garden (or inside if necessary)

Lunch Included
HRHS Members $34 Non-Members $37

Seven Stones Botanical Gardens Cemetery and Highline Canal Walk with the Audubon Society
2021-09-15 04:00 | Seven Stones Botanical Gardens Cemetary, 9635 North Rampart Range Road, Littleton, CO, 80125, United States
Seven Stones is a unique Botanical Garden Cemetery, filled with beautiful art and stunning views of the foothills. Combine that setting with the High Line Canal, which is nearby, and we will have a glorious day walking and admiring the physical and man-made beauty. Becky from Seven Stones will be our hostess and provide an overview of Seven Stones. Kate from the Audubon Society will lead us on a short High Line walk, looking at the birds and the trees (and the flowers and the bees and the moon up above …..)
HRHS Members $22 Non-Members $25

Tour/Hike: Native American Culturally Modified Trees Hike
2021-09-11 03:00 - 06:00 | Highlands Ranch Mansion, 9950 E. Gateway Dr., Highlands Ranch, CO, 80126, United States
John Anderson will lead this fascinating journey through Fox Run Regional Park in the Black Forest area.
This is a hike like no other, Fox Run is a beautiful park, you will be delighted with the setting. John Anderson’s facts and stories about the trees are enlightening. Along the way, the many and varied culturally modified trees will be visited, and stories of the meaning and characteristics of the trees will be explored.
Note: Participants will be walking off-trail, over unpaved surfaces in the park. Bring a hiking stick and wear good closed-toed boots or shoes.
John will have his many books available for sale at the conclusion of the hike.
Register HERE Now! (Link is External)
Specific meeting location and information will be provided to Tour Registrants.
For more info just call Nancy or send an email!
720-932-6990 Nancy@theHRHS.org

First Responder Station Tour
2021-08-25 04:00 - 07:00 | South Metro Fire Station 20, 1801 E Wildcat Reserve Pkwy, Highlands Ranch, CO, 80126, United States
Go BEHIND the Doors, and more importantly, Come Out!! Fire and Sheriff Station Tour
Rare opportunity to see the INSIDE of the Fire Station and the Sheriff Sub-Station. And More importantly, we will be allowed to leave!!

10 am Tour of the new Fire Station 20 on Wildcat Reserve
11:15 am Tour of the Sheriff SubStation on Zotos Dr.
12:15 pm Lunch included!

Great opportunity to explore behind the scenes at these two community First Responder Stations. South Metro Fire Station 20 is brand new in 2021. Douglas Co. Sheriff Substation is celebrating 10 years in HR. Learn about the history and services trucks, cars, and more.

Cherokee Castle Tour with Meg and John
2021-08-17 04:00 - 07:00 | Cherokee Castle, 6113 N Daniels Park Rd, Sedalia, CO, 80135, United States
Meg Anderson and John Lake once again take us on a journey through the exquisite Cherokee Castle. Meg, former Caterer to Tweet Kimble, and John, Tweet’s former Butler and Many of Many Hats, will enchant and delight as they share insider information on Tweet, the Castle then and now. We will tour the Castle main level and upstairs, learning about the beautiful artifacts, building, and activities. Following this special tour, we are welcome to bring our own lunch, and enjoy it on the Castle grounds. This is an annual delight, and this tour always sells out!
