150 YEARS OF HISTORY Boggsville played an important, and brief, role in the development of Southeast Colorado. The settlement’s local and regional historic value was recognized by its inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places, as an early Colorado agricultural and trade center, and is also a certified site… Continue reading
FREE FRIDAYS AT THE MUSEUM – FIRST FRIDAY EACH MONTH December 8th – Christmas at the Museum & Boggsville Kathleen Tomlin 719-469-2721
HISTORICAL SOCIETY ESSAY CONTEST By Kathleen Tomlin December 9, 2019 Bent County Historical Society is proud to announce the winners of the 54th annual essay contest. Las Animas 7th grade winners were: Cody Netherton, first place, $25.00, for his story about his grandfather Dennis (Corky) Netherton; Emma Netherton, 2nd place,… Continue reading
The Bent County Historical Society (BHS) preserves the history and heritage of Bent County through the facilitation of the Bent County Chronicle, Art Guild, programs and activities that interpret the culture and architectural history of the region, the operation and preservation of the John W. Rawlings Heritage Center and Museum… Continue reading
The Bent County Historical Society (BHS) exists to promote the unique history and culture of Bent County to a multigenerational audience. Founded in 1957 and officially becoming a non-profit in 1968, BHS operates the John W. Rawlings Heritage Center & Museum, the Boggsville National Historical Site, the Old Trail Art… Continue reading
Bent County Art Guild Community members started the Bent County Art Guild (BCAG) in 2003. A valued partner of the Bent County Historical Society, BCAG members showcase their artistic talents by selling individual items in the Old Trail Gallery. Gallery items are varied and include carvings, quilts, paintings, photographs, and… Continue reading
BOGGSVILLE HISTORIC SITE. Boggsville is open through Boggsville Days October 11-13th. Boggsville’s hours are from 11am to 3pm Tuesday through Saturday. Contact 456-1358 or 281-6877 for any special arrangements. AND REMEMBER TO SIGN-IN AND DONATE TO THE TOUR. Thank You … Continue reading
Bent County Chronicle History by Kathleen Tomlin, Editor In 2005 after retiring from the Veterans Administration, I asked the Pioneer Historical Society of Bent County Board if we could publish a quarterly newsletter that would inform the public about Historical Society projects, capture more stories from people who have lived… Continue reading
Boggsville opens for Santa Fe Trail Day Boggsville will be open during the month of April 27 from Friday through Sunday, from 10:00 AM-4:00 PM. Beginning Memorial Day the site opens full time seven days a week. June – October.
