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Discovery Awaits Campaign in full swing
People are naturally curious about the process of collecting, researching, and discovering the stories behind the astonishing array of artifacts in our collection. And who can blame them? We think it's exciting too! These chance encounters with curious visitors got us thinking: if people are fascinated about what's happening "behind the scenes," why don't we bring our work to the front of the house?
Drawing: artist's rendering of remodeled Golden History Center
Golden History Center is in the midst of its Discovery Awaits Campaign to raise $325,000. This multi-faceted project will completely transform the building into a warm, welcoming and vibrant public space for uncovering and sharing our past. The renovation includes new programming spaces, a research center, and dynamic new exhibits that showcase the City's fabulous collection of historic artifacts.
For more information about the Master Plan and to learn how you can contribute to the project, visit GoldenHistory.org/DiscoveryAwaits.
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Golden History Museums receives $70,000 from Scientific and Cultural Facilities District
The Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD) Board of Directors approved the distribution of $70,000 to Golden History Museums in September. This is part of roughly $1.2 million that went to Jefferson County cultural organizations this year.
SCFD supports arts, cultural, and scientific organizations through a voter
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approved penny sales tax on every $10 purchase.
A complete list of funded organizations, awards, and check ceremony information is available online at scfd.org.
photo © Scott Dressel-Martin
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Volunteers Needed!
Museum front desk attendant
Come join the best group of volunteers in the west! We are actively recruiting admissions desk volunteers for Golden History Center for one three-hour shift per week on Wednesday afternoons, Thursday afternoons, or Saturday afternoons. We are also seeking substitutes for the front desk who are available on a flexible schedule and willing to work one shift per week as needed. Contact Shelly Bleckley at
sbleckley@goldenhistory.org, or 303-277-8713 to express your interest.
Keep your eye on this newsletter later this winter for new volunteer positions in Clear Creek History Park!
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Spirit of Golden: Historic Distilling and Bootlegging
Stephen Gould, co-founder of Golden Moon Distillery and liquor enthusiast, will present a history of distilling and bootlegging followed by a tasting of his own handcrafted spirits.
Saturday, November 19, 2016, 3 - 5 pm
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Golden's top ten events and more!
Epic Events, a new timeline experience spanning 150-plus years of Golden history, is now open at
Golden History Center.
Epic Events showcases over three dozen events. From the founding of Golden to the discovery of the world's first T-rex tooth, we cover a huge spectrum of material. Visitors will also discover Colorado Prohibition, William "Buffalo Bill" Cody's burial, and a blizzard that dumped five feet of snow on the town, all of which are paired with some amazing artifacts.
The entire family will want to dress up and take a selfie in front of a huge photo backdrop of our c. 1908 postcard depicting tourists with donkeys - once a common sight in Golden.
photo © Scott Dressel-Martin
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Museum Bookstore Clearance
Visit the Bookstore in Golden History Center frequently this fall to take advantage of our ongoing clearance sale including deals on books, clothing and decorative items. Adult AU Golden t-shirts, usually $21.95, are marked down to $15.00. Choose from a variety of sizes and colors.
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923 10th Street, Golden, CO 80401 · 303.278.3557
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