Educational programming is an important part of the museum's mission. Year-round, we offer programs and events that increase the understanding and appreciation of our community's rich heritage.

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Summer 2008 Programs, Events and Tours!

 Olympic Heritage Walking Tour: Every Wednesday from June 25-Sept. 3, 9:00-10:30am, FREE.
Starts at the Tread of Pioneers Museum, 800 Oak St. This easy walking tour explores our Olympic heritage; the multiple talents of Carl Howelsen; and the history of the Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club, Winter Carnival, Howelsen Hill, and ski jumping. Once at Howelsen Hill, participants will witness the daring feats of ski jumpers soaring through the air during practice. Sponsored by the Tread of Pioneers Museum and Historic Routt County! All tour participants will receive a coupon for $1 off admission to the Tread of Pioneers Museum and a FREE ticket for the Howelsen Hill chairlift.
 Downtown Historic Walking Tour: Every Thursday from June 26-Sept. 4, 9:00-10:30am, FREE.
Starts at the Tread of Pioneers Museum, 800 Oak St. The focus of this easy walking tour is the historic buildings and architecture of downtown Steamboat Springs, town development, and the early settlers. Participants walk past and discuss many historic buildings including the Old Town Pub, the Pioneer Building, Pilot Building, and more. Sponsored by the Tread of Pioneers Museum and Historic Routt County! All tour participants will receive a coupon for $1 off admission to the Tread of Pioneers Museum.
 Brown Bag Lecture Series: Every Friday from July 11-Sept. 5, Noon-1:00pm, FREE.
Come to the Tread of Pioneers Museum and discover the history of Steamboat Springs through the locals who lived it. Each one-hour program features a lecture topic that reveals the unique history of our area. Exciting topics have included the extinct mining town of Mount Harris, local outlaw stories, agricultural history and local family histories. Bring a friend and bring a lunch!

Other Important Dates – Mark Your Calendars!
 6/21 – Phippsburg Centennial Picnic Celebration Trip: Saturday, June 21, 10:30am-2:00pm, FREE.
Join the Tread of Pioneers Museum and the Tracks and Trails Museum as we celebrate the centennial of Phippsburg. The Tread of Pioneers Museum will provide free group transportation to the Phippsburg event with local history along the way. Lunch and live music included. Space is limited; please RSVP to 879-2214.
 7/4 - Pioneer Day Block Party: Friday, July 4, 11:00am-1:00pm, FREE.
After the 4th of July parade down Lincoln Ave., come to the Museum and enjoy a free Strings Music Festival community concert with the Boulder Brass, kids’ activities, refreshments, our famous Routt Beer Floats, and free admission to the Museum.
 7/23 and 7/30 - Mesa Open Schoolhouse: Wed., July 23 and 30, 2:00 - 5:00pm, FREE. Step back in time and tour this historic one room school house. Experience life as an student and a teacher at the turn-of-the-century. Kids can play with replica historic toys and learn about the one room schoolhouses of Routt County.
 8/13 - Lulie Crawford’s Wildflowers & Watercolors Kids Program: Wed., August 13, Noon & 5:30pm, FREE. Lulie Crawford’s character will talk about local pioneer life, growing up in Steamboat Springs, and her wildflower watercolor paintings. Kids will paint or sketch their own wildflower artwork. Please call 879-2214 to register for this FREE program.
 Stay tuned for other exciting summer events and programs to include “Open Schoolhouse” programs at the Mesa Schoolhouse!

¯ Check out www.treadofpioneers.org or call 879-2214 for other summer events and programs!

The Museum is FREE for all Routt County residents!