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Read the stories and history from the Arvada Historical Society. Learn about the people, places and events that have helped to create such a beautiful city.

04/08/2026

Something special is coming to our community…

History On The Move — now with a new dedicated location and exciting new research opportunities!

🗓 June 13, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Allen House
11200 Ralston Rd., Arvada, CO

Come be part of preserving and discovering Arvada’s story.
✨ More details coming soon!

03/21/2026

🐣🌸 Spring into Savings at Our Easter & “Stuff” Yard Sale! 🌸🐣

Join us this Saturday, March 21 from 9 AM – 2 PM at the McIlvoy House in Olde Town Arvada for a fun, treasure-filled yard sale!

From Easter décor to unique finds, there’s something for everyone—and don’t forget to check out the 🔥 1/2 PRICE TABLE 🔥 for the best deals!

Bring your friends, stroll Olde Town, and come see what goodies are waiting for you!

💛 Your support helps the Arvada Historical Society continue preserving our community’s history.

Shop local. Support local. Community matters.

11/17/2025

🎩✨ Join the Arvada Historical Society at our booth during the Dickens Christmas Experience hosted by Arvada United Methodist Church!

🗓 Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025 | ⏰ 10:30 AM – 4:30 PM
📍 6750 Carr Street, Arvada, CO

Enjoy Victorian-themed fun, crafts, performances, a holiday market, festive food & more.
We’re proud to be part of this wonderful community event—because community partners matter!

Questions? Email us at [email protected]

11/16/2025

🎄 Come Have a Holly Jolly Good Time at Our Annual Christmas Yard Sale! 🎁
Sparkles, decorations, and great deals await! Shop new and gently used Christmas treasures—perfect for gift-giving or decking your own halls.

🗓️ Sale Dates & Times:
• Thursday, Nov. 20 | 3 PM – 6 PM
• Friday, Nov. 21 | 9 AM – 4 PM
• Saturday, Nov. 22 | 9 AM – 2 PM

📍 Arvada Jaycee Hall, 5640 Yukon St, Olde Town Arvada

Bring your friends and family for a cheerful shopping experience—great gifts at even better prices! Proceeds stay local and support the Arvada Historical Society’s mission to preserve and share our community’s rich history.

Questions? Contact us at [email protected] or call 303-431-1261

10/14/2025

We wanted to share a quick update regarding our upcoming History Speaks event, Tapping into Arvada’s H₂O Story. This upcoming Saturday October 18 program has been temporarily postponed as we finalize a new date and secure updated event details.

We’re truly sorry for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience while we make these adjustments. We promise it will be worth the wait — and we can’t wait to bring you this fascinating look at Arvada’s water history very soon!

Thank you for your understanding, support, and enthusiasm for Arvada’s story. Hold tight — we’ll be back with more details soon!

The Arvada Historical Society
🌐 historyarvada.org

10/12/2025

💧 History Speaks Returns!
Join us for the next chapter in our History Speaks series:

Tapping into Arvada’s H₂O Story

📅 Saturday, October 18, 2025
🕥 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Arvada Elks Lodge – 5700 Yukon St, Olde Town Arvada
💵 Suggested $5 donation to cover venue costs
🎟️ RSVP: historyarvada.org/events
Discover how Arvada’s early innovators built the systems that brought clean water — and lasting growth — to our community. 💦
Bring a friend, learn something new, and be part of local history!

09/19/2025

🚨 Step Into History With Us! 🚨

📅 Saturday, September 27, 2025
🕣 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
📍 Arvada Cemetery • 5581 Independence St

Join the 22nd Annual Arvada Historical Society Cemetery Tour, featuring a special tribute to Officer McCarthy and his Volkswagen “Siren Says.”

This year’s tour honors Arvada’s early Fire and Police first responders—heroes whose courage and service shaped our community.

🎟️ Tickets:

$17 Members

$20 Non-Members

Children under 9 are FREE

👉 Purchase tickets now: https://historyarvada.org/events/

Address

7307 Grandview Avenue
Arvada, CO
80002

Telephone

(303) 431-1261

Website

http://www.arvadahistoricalsociety.org/

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