2025 Calendar of Events
Free tour at The Depot
On August 9th and 10th The Depot and Caboose will be open and free to the public! A gift shop booth setup will also be open from 11:00am to 3:00pm.
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Cemetery Tour
Join us at Mt. Olivet Cemetery for a unique history experience as figures from Buena Vista’s past return to tell their stories. Legendary locals like Alsina Deerheimer, Cockeyed Liz, and Byrd Fuqua take a break from being dead to paint a picture of the history of the town.
Free tour at The Depot
On August 9th and 10th The Depot and Caboose will be open and free to the public! A gift shop booth setup will also be open from 11:00am to 3:00pm.
Get someone special a gift from Buena Vista Heritage!
Walking Tour with Local Historian Suzy Kelly
The best way to get to a place is to walk! And what's better than having a local historian to tell you all about it!
Prepare your questions for Suzy Kelly, who was raised in this valley and went to school in our own Buena Vista Heritage Museum!
The tour will start at the Depot & Caboose; taking Main Street to make your way to the Historical Courthouse.
$15 per person includes admission to the Depot & Caboose and the Buena Vista Heritage Museum.
Cemetery Tour
Join us at Mt. Olivet Cemetery for a unique history experience as figures from Buena Vista’s past return to tell their stories. Legendary locals like Alsina Deerheimer, Cockeyed Liz, and Byrd Fuqua take a break from being dead to paint a picture of the history of the town.
Lantern Cemetery Tour
Join us at Mt. Olivet Cemetery for a unique history experience as figures from Buena Vista’s past return to tell their stories. Legendary locals like Alsina Deerheimer, Cockeyed Liz, and Byrd Fuqua take a break from being dead to paint a picture of the history of the town.
Stage & Rail Historic Route Presentation
Stage & Rail Historic Route Presentation
with Alan Robinson
Colorado's landscape tells tales of a bygone era, etched with forgotten pathways that once buzzed with stagecoaches and steam engines. Imagine transforming these historic corridors into vibrant trails for today's adventurers. Join us to hear from Alan Robinson, the visionary behind the Stage & Rail Historic Route, a remarkable 75-mile journey from Salida to Leadville.
For 18 years, Alan has been the driving force behind this ambitious project, navigating the intricate trials of creating this unique route. In this captivating presentation, he shares the challenges and triumphs of bringing the Stage & Rail Historic Route to life. Discover the stories, the struggles, and the spirit of a route that connects us to Colorado's rich past and its breathtaking present.
Cemetery Tour
Join us at Mt. Olivet Cemetery for a unique history experience as figures from Buena Vista’s past return to tell their stories. Legendary locals like Alsina Deerheimer, Cockeyed Liz, and Byrd Fuqua take a break from being dead to paint a picture of the history of the town.
Free tour at The Depot
On July 4th and 5th The Depot and Caboose will be open and free to the public! A gift shop booth setup will also be open from 11:00am to 3:00pm.
Get someone special a gift from Buena Vista Heritage!
4th of July Parade
For the Fourth of July Parade, the Buena Vista Heritage will participate with some of the Madams from Central Colorado and a tractor pulling a historic hay wagon float!
Cemetery Tour
Join us at Mt. Olivet Cemetery for a unique history experience as figures from Buena Vista’s past return to tell their stories. Legendary locals like Alsina Deerheimer, Cockeyed Liz, and Byrd Fuqua take a break from being dead to paint a picture of the history of the town.
Needlework Through the Years
Date: Saturday, June 21st
Time: 11 AM - 3 PM
Location: Historic Turner Farm and Apple Orchard, 829 W. Main, Buena Vista, CO
Watch talented local artists demonstrate spinning, weaving, knitting, quilting, crocheting, embroidery, cross stitch, pine needle basket making, wool appliqué, and treadle sewing machines!
Shop local handcrafted items with 20% of proceeds supporting Buena Vista Heritage.
Learn traditional needlework skills and support the preservation of our heritage. See you there!
Echos of Steel. Lecture by Lyn Berry
Don't miss the next lecture at the Buena Vista Heritage Museum's Historical Courthouse. Echoes of Steel: Unearthing the Ambitious High Line and Hagerman's Vision by Lyn Berry.
High in the Sawatch Range, steam once roared across the mountains as a bold vision took shape. Discover the gripping story of the Colorado Midland Railroad's High Line—an ambitious 19th-century feat of engineering that bored through the Continental Divide at over 11,000 feet!
- Learn about J.J. Hagerman’s drive to push railroads through impossible terrain
- Explore the legacy of Hagerman Tunnel and Lake Ivanhoe
- Hear how brutal winters and sky-high costs ultimately brought it all down
The Audible History of the Blues Concert
Join us for an immersive journey through musical history with "An Audible History of the Blues," a unique blend of performance and exhibition featuring vintage and antique instruments. From the soulful sounds of the 1800s to the electrifying rhythms of the 1960s, this program brings the evolution of blues music to life.
Originally presented to acclaim in Fort Collins, despite snowy conditions, this interactive experience is perfect for all ages and interests. Discover how blues music shaped cultural landscapes while enjoying live performances and exploring historical instruments up close.
Educational and entertaining, "An Audible History of the Blues" appeals to music enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Watch our two-minute video to preview the program and see highlights from recent performances: Watch Video.
Accompanied by a talented trio and occasionally featuring solo guitar performances, our presentations captivate audiences with their authenticity and passion. Visit our Blue Hideaway Channel on YouTube for more insights and performances: Blue Hideaway Channel.
The Audible History of the Blues Lecture
Join us for an immersive journey through musical history with "An Audible History of the Blues," a unique blend of performance and exhibition featuring vintage and antique instruments. From the soulful sounds of the 1800s to the electrifying rhythms of the 1960s, this program brings the evolution of blues music to life.
Originally presented to acclaim in Fort Collins, despite snowy conditions, this interactive experience is perfect for all ages and interests. Discover how blues music shaped cultural landscapes while enjoying live performances and exploring historical instruments up close.
Educational and entertaining, "An Audible History of the Blues" appeals to music enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Watch our two-minute video to preview the program and see highlights from recent performances: Watch Video.
Accompanied by a talented trio and occasionally featuring solo guitar performances, our presentations captivate audiences with their authenticity and passion. Visit our Blue Hideaway Channel on YouTube for more insights and performances: Blue Hideaway Channel.
Meet The Madams
Come listen to Buena Vista’s most notorious madam, Cockeyed Liz, and her arch-rival, Belle Brown, as they share stories about fashion, feuds, and life as a working woman during the Victorian Era.
May 23rd at 6:00PM
Buena Vista Heritage Museum
Christmas Tea
Join us for a lovely tea party, complete with a special performance of The Nutcracker by Motion Exchange Dance Company!
Founder’s Ball
Join us for an evening of celebration as we honor Buena Vista Heritage’s Golden Anniversary. After 50 years of hard work, we’ve decided it’s time to party, and you’re invited.
Don’t miss out on the CMC Jazz Band rocking the night away! Plus, a live and silent auction, drinks, and heavy hors d'oeuvres. It’ll be a night to remember!