Palmer Lake Historical Society presents: "Palmer Divide History Day" - Lucretia Vaile Museum, Walking Tours, General William Jackson Palmer ~ FREE

Palmer Lake Historical Society is Honored to Present: "Palmer Divide History Day" - Lucretia Vaile Museum will be Open, Walking Tours, General William Jackson Palmer, Darrell Arndt with Speeder car, Gary Atkins leads walking tours of Palmer Lake, Jim Sawatzki & film about the Palmer Divide, light refreshments in the Town Hall. Help celebrate Colorado's Anniversary as becoming the 38th state to enter the Union.

This event is part of the America 250 / Colorado 150 celebration in 2026. Commemorating Colorado’s shared history, honoring our unique people, cultures and communities.

Docent tours at The Lucretia Vaile Museum FREE and Open to the Public. (RAIN or SHINE). All ages welcome. Giftshop with local artisan gifts, local historical publications. FREE 2026 Tri-Lakes Historical Calendars available while quantities last. Docent led tours on the hour at the museum. Gift shop will be open. Great for all ages. Videos will be shown in the Palmer Lake Town hall on the hour, stay for light refreshments. Walking Tour of Palmer Lake will be held at 11:00 a.m. (about one mile tour). Wear good walking shoes, will be in neighborhood and flat paved surface.

The Palmer Lake Historical Society is an educational 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization serving the Palmer Divide area since 1956. Help celebrate Colorado's 150 Anniversary with locally made gifts.