by Admin 2 | Apr 28, 2022 | Local History, Oral History, Tidbits, Tribute
Joe Blake Made Highlands Ranch Into Hometown USA Article Written by Shirley Cavanaugh, Publicity Chair HR Historical Society Video Tribute and Oral History by Mark Stevenson, Special Projects, HR Historical Joseph B. Blake might not be known to most Highlands...
by Admin 2 | Nov 30, 2025 | Tidbits
Once again the Highlands Ranch Historical Society has been awarded a grant from the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District. Here is what the SCFD and Douglas County posted about the November 2025 awards: “When you enjoy the sounds of the Lone Tree or Parker...
by Admin 2 | Oct 31, 2025 | Tidbits
Thank you Forrest for your many years of service to our community! And now we, the HRHS, are so thankful that you are serving the HRHS as a Board of Directors member, providing the experience and insight that you have gained from living and working in this community...
by Admin 2 | Oct 25, 2025 | Tidbits
John Anderson’s presentation shares the fascinating story of the Native American Tribes who claim part of present-day Colorado as being included in their ancestral homeland. Of the 574 federally recognized Native American tribes in the United States, over two dozen...
by Admin 2 | Oct 10, 2025 | Tidbits
The HRHS Volunteers had a lovely afternoon at The Perfect Landing Restaurant at Centennial Airport on October 9, 2025. This was their Annual Volunteer Appreciation event, and the group enjoyed a delicious lunch as well as great conversation with one another. Thank you...
by Admin 2 | Sep 30, 2025 | Tidbits, Tour
September 2025 the HRHS was privileged to have two tours of the Highlands Ranch Water Treatment Plant. Formerly known as Centennial Water, HR Water staff were eager to share thier knowledge and expertise in all things HR Water with us. Prior to the tour, Kari...
by Admin 2 | Sep 2, 2025 | Field Trip, Photo Gallery, Tidbits
In May of 2019, an exciting discovery was made at the Wind Crest Retirement Community in Highlands Ranch. During excavation for a new building, workers stumbled upon some bones. Unsure of their origin, they wisely halted construction and notified the appropriate...
by Admin 2 | Aug 31, 2025 | Tidbits
Considered one of the most devastating floods in Denver History, the 1965 Flood caused major damage with resulting major changes to the area. The flooding across the Arkansas and South Platte River basins claimed 24 lives and an estimated $543 million of property...
by Admin 2 | Aug 30, 2025 | Tidbits
Tucked away in a quiet sunlit upstairs bedroom in the Highlands Ranch Mansion is a cabinet, a very beautiful vintage cabinet containing the history of Highlands Ranch depicted thru objects and information. The Mansion is the perfect venue to bring together the...
by Admin 2 | Aug 29, 2025 | Tidbits
Fair events and activities change daily – grab a guide at the entrance so you know what’s happening! Did you know that the Colorado State Fair is older than the state? The first fair was held in 1872 in Pueblo and continues the fine traditions of prize...
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