2026 Western Colorado History Fair
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The Mesa County Historical Society is hosting the 2026 Western Colorado History Fair. With over 30 organizations and individuals, including historical societies and authors from across western Colorado participating, there will be remarkable stories of people, places, and events to whet your appetite about the place you live.
Featured speakers and presentations scheduled throughout the day include a performance by the Young Chautauquans at 11:00am, a presentation on Project Plowshares: Nuclear Testing in Colorado by Dr. B. Erin Cole at 1:00pm, and a panel discussion at 2:00pm about the state of historical preservation. Refreshments will be provided, and a food truck will be on site, as well.
Our thanks to our sponsors, partners, and Corporate Members: the Town of Palisade, The Daily Sentinel, Chamberlin Architects, Family Health West, Community Hospital, Grand Valley Federal Credit Union, Mesa County Libraries, Whitt’s Rod Shop, Museums of the West, and Stages of History (Chautauqua).
Join our regional members: Palisade Historical Society, Lower Valley Heritage Chapter, and Plateau Valley Heritage Preservation Society in celebrating the history of the west.
The 2026 Western Colorado History Fair will be from 10am to 3pm at the Palisade Community Gym (711 Iowa Ave, Palisade, CO 81526). This program is open to the public, and reservations are not required. It is FREE admission.
Those wanting more information about the Mesa County Historical Society are encouraged to visit tinyurl.com/MesaCountyHistory or call 970-812-3185.
ABOUT THE MESA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
The Mesa County Historical Society was incorporated in 1975 and is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with the mission to provide a forum for those interested in the protection, preservation, and promotion of regional history with emphasis on Mesa County and its communities.
Featured speakers and presentations scheduled throughout the day include a performance by the Young Chautauquans at 11:00am, a presentation on Project Plowshares: Nuclear Testing in Colorado by Dr. B. Erin Cole at 1:00pm, and a panel discussion at 2:00pm about the state of historical preservation. Refreshments will be provided, and a food truck will be on site, as well.
Our thanks to our sponsors, partners, and Corporate Members: the Town of Palisade, The Daily Sentinel, Chamberlin Architects, Family Health West, Community Hospital, Grand Valley Federal Credit Union, Mesa County Libraries, Whitt’s Rod Shop, Museums of the West, and Stages of History (Chautauqua).
Join our regional members: Palisade Historical Society, Lower Valley Heritage Chapter, and Plateau Valley Heritage Preservation Society in celebrating the history of the west.
The 2026 Western Colorado History Fair will be from 10am to 3pm at the Palisade Community Gym (711 Iowa Ave, Palisade, CO 81526). This program is open to the public, and reservations are not required. It is FREE admission.
Those wanting more information about the Mesa County Historical Society are encouraged to visit tinyurl.com/MesaCountyHistory or call 970-812-3185.
ABOUT THE MESA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
The Mesa County Historical Society was incorporated in 1975 and is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with the mission to provide a forum for those interested in the protection, preservation, and promotion of regional history with emphasis on Mesa County and its communities.
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Where is it happening?
711 Iowa Ave, Palisade, CO 81526-8661, United States
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Host or PublisherPalisade Historical Society
