History Day at Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center
November 14, 2026 10:00 AM –2:00 PM
1805 N 30th St
| Colorado Springs, CO | 80904
Admission: Free Admission
Event Summary
Calling all history buffs! With this year being the America’s 250th and Colorado’s 150th, we’re celebrating History Day at Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center on November 14th, 10am – 2pm. We’ll be exploring the history of Garden of the Gods and Pikes Peak region with interactive tables, programs, walks, and more! This free, family event will help you learn more about how the Garden of the Gods Park came to be, the stories of the people who lived and traveled through this region, and the impact this Natural National Landmark still has on visitors today.
History Hike
10am – 11:30am
The history hike will be a 90-minute walk along the Foothills, Dakota, Central Garden, and Gateway Trails. This route will cover historic persons and sites within the park including the Nuu-ciu, Glen Eyrie School #1, the Alfalfa Reservoir and Valley Pipeline System, Susan Brietag, Jaycee’s Chuckwagon Plaza, Charles Elliott Perkins, Edwin L. “Fatty” Rice, and several others.
He Gave Us This Garden: Charles Elliot Perkins
12pm – 12:45pm
The Garden of the Gods Park as we know it would not exist without the efforts of one man and his family. Learn the life story of philanthropist Charles Elliot Perkins and his drive to ensure this Garden remained forever free to the public.
Pikes Peak Gals
1 – 2pm
Celebrate women’s history by learning more about a few of the region’s incredible women. From Katharine Lee Bates to Nancy Lewis, southern Colorado women have left their mark. Join Park guide Jennifer for this lively presentation that is HERstory mixed with fun facts.
Free Event
All Ages
If you have any questions about this program, please email programs@gardenofgods.com
Programs Schedule:
Interactive tables from Rock Ledge Ranch, Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services, and Pikes Peak Library District.
History Hike
10am – 11:30am
The history hike will be a 90-minute walk along the Foothills, Dakota, Central Garden, and Gateway Trails. This route will cover historic persons and sites within the park including the Nuu-ciu, Glen Eyrie School #1, the Alfalfa Reservoir and Valley Pipeline System, Susan Brietag, Jaycee’s Chuckwagon Plaza, Charles Elliott Perkins, Edwin L. “Fatty” Rice, and several others.
He Gave Us This Garden: Charles Elliot Perkins
12pm – 12:45pm
The Garden of the Gods Park as we know it would not exist without the efforts of one man and his family. Learn the life story of philanthropist Charles Elliot Perkins and his drive to ensure this Garden remained forever free to the public.
Pikes Peak Gals
1 – 2pm
Celebrate women’s history by learning more about a few of the region’s incredible women. From Katharine Lee Bates to Nancy Lewis, southern Colorado women have left their mark. Join Park guide Jennifer for this lively presentation that is HERstory mixed with fun facts.
Free Event
All Ages
If you have any questions about this program, please email programs@gardenofgods.com
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Also Occurs On
- Saturday, November 14
