Do you like to gaze at the stars?  Well then, join us on Thurs. May 9, 2024 for a presentation on “Astronomy Dreams” by Jerry Persall.  Jerry shares some eureka moments, lessons learned, and personal musings he has experienced in the nearly fifty years he has observed the night sky in Maryland, Colorado, and many places around the world. The free presentation begins at 7:00pm at the Philip S. Miller Library 100 S. Wilcox St. Castle Rock, CO 80104.  For more information check out our website at www.castlerockhistoricalsociety.org or contact the Castle Rock Museum at 303-814-3164 or museum@castlerockhistoricalsociety.org.

“Scavenge The Rock” is back.  What better way to learn about Castle Rock’s history than to explore Downtown Castle Rock with a scavenger hunt?  Pick up the clue sheets at the Castle Rock Museum starting May 1^st.  Go around town to complete the tasks on the sheet.  Return the sheet to the Castle Rock Museum to receive a gift and you can be entered into a drawing to win tickets to the Summer Concert Series, Golf Certificates and much more.  You have the whole month of May to complete the hunt.  Bring your family, friends, co-workers or do it on your own.  It’s a fun and easy way to learn some history, get to know Castle Rock better and win some prizes.

Our Annual Trolley Tour will be Sat. May 4, 2024. This year’s focus will be ”Who’s in a Name, The Story behind Castle Rock’s Street Names”.  Meet at the Castle Rock Museum to board the trolley for the free tours. Tour times are at 9:30 am, 10:30 am, 11:30 am, 1:00 pm, and 2:00 pm and are approximately 45 minutes long.  Reservations required as seating is limited. Please call or email the museum to reserve your spot at (303)814-3164 or museum@castlerockhistoricalsociety.org.

It’s Tea time!!!  The Castle Rock Historical Society & Museum is hosting its 7th Annual Victoria’s Tea Fundraiser featuring “The Legendary Ladies”.  Come see these wonderfully entertaining ladies who bring Colorado’s past to life. You’ll also enjoy delicious tea and scones.  Join us May 18, 2024 from 2:00 – 4:00pm at Kirk Hall 500 Fairgrounds Road in Castle Rock.  Tickets for sale online at www.castlerockhistoricalsociety.org under the “Event Tickets” tab or at the Castle Rock Museum.  Tickets are; Adults = $40.00 adults, Members =$35.00 and children under 12 = $15.00.  Contact the Castle Rock Museum at museum@castlerockhistoricalsociety.org or 303-814-3164 for more information.

Join us for an enlightening evening as we delve into the captivating narrative of Louis “Diamond Jack” Alterie, a figure shrouded in mystery and intrigue. Join us on Thurs. March 14, 2024 as Archivist, Cecily North-Rudrow from the Douglas County Library sheds light on the enigmatic life of this notorious gangster and cowboy.  The presentation begins at 7:00pm at the Philip S. Miller Library 100 S. Wilcox St. Castle Rock, CO 80104.  For more information check out our website at www.castlerockhistoricalsociety.org or contact the Castle Rock Museum at 303-814-3164 or museum@castlerockhistoricalsociety.org.