Arvada
Looking west on Grandview Ave. (Main St.)- 1908 - (www.photoswest.org)
The first documented gold discovery here occurred on June 22, 1850. A prospector headed for California, Lewis
Ralston, dipped his gold pan into a stream. His return was a $5 gold nugget. In 1858, Ralston brought a group of
prospectors back to the site of his first discovery.
Farmers soon arrived in order to sell supplies to miners. The railroad was built through the area in 1870. The settlers,
needing to establish a town so that the railroad stop could have a name, filed a town plat. The town was named Arvada
after the brother-in-law of one of the settlers.
Although now considered a suburb of Denver, in the 1800's Arvada got its start as an agricultural community. Today, a
blend of historic and modern architecture makes for a suburb mindful of its small-town roots.
The Arvada Historical Society provides a tour of old downtown, including the 1926 Arvada Flour Mill, now on the National
Register of Historic Places.
Olde Town Arvada Is a national Main Street community.
http://www.historicarvada.org/
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It Was a Dark and Stormy Night
By Tim Kelly
2008 dates: Oct 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26, 31 and Nov 1 & 2
Set in a haunted Inn in Massachusetts. Not everyone is who they appear to be. And who is that skeleton in the
wheelchair with the bridal veil? Sure to delight all those who love their mystery with a twist and a giggle.
Come in costume and win a prize.
Remember, it is Halloween time and anything can happen!
Festival Playhouse
5665 Olde Wadsworth Blvd. (right in the heart of Olde Town)
Arvada, CO 80001
(303) 422-4090
www.festivalplayhouse.com
info@festivalplayhouse.com
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5th Annual Tour of the Arvada Cemetery
September 27th, 2008
Have you ever wondered why your school was named Peck or Fitzmorris Elementary? Join us in honoring Arvada's
educators and learn about our town's rich history in education. Hear about the single mom who became a member of the
State School Board, or the beloved kindergarten teacher and her "naughty chair." At the end of the tour, enjoy free,
home-baked refreshments.
Arvada Historical Society
7307 Grandview Avenue
303-431-1261
http://www.arvadahistory.org
webmaster@arvadahistory.org
olde.town.arvada@hotmail.com
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Looking west on Grandview Ave. (Main St.)- 1908 - (www.photoswest.org)
The first documented gold discovery here occurred on June 22, 1850. A prospector headed for California, Lewis
Ralston, dipped his gold pan into a stream. His return was a $5 gold nugget. In 1858, Ralston brought a group of
prospectors back to the site of his first discovery.
Farmers soon arrived in order to sell supplies to miners. The railroad was built through the area in 1870. The settlers,
needing to establish a town so that the railroad stop could have a name, filed a town plat. The town was named Arvada
after the brother-in-law of one of the settlers.
Although now considered a suburb of Denver, in the 1800's Arvada got its start as an agricultural community. Today, a
blend of historic and modern architecture makes for a suburb mindful of its small-town roots.
The Arvada Historical Society provides a tour of old downtown, including the 1926 Arvada Flour Mill, now on the National
Register of Historic Places.
Olde Town Arvada Is a national Main Street community.
http://www.historicarvada.org/
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It Was a Dark and Stormy Night
By Tim Kelly
2008 dates: Oct 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26, 31 and Nov 1 & 2
Set in a haunted Inn in Massachusetts. Not everyone is who they appear to be. And who is that skeleton in the
wheelchair with the bridal veil? Sure to delight all those who love their mystery with a twist and a giggle.
Come in costume and win a prize.
Remember, it is Halloween time and anything can happen!
Festival Playhouse
5665 Olde Wadsworth Blvd. (right in the heart of Olde Town)
Arvada, CO 80001
(303) 422-4090
www.festivalplayhouse.com
info@festivalplayhouse.com
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5th Annual Tour of the Arvada Cemetery
September 27th, 2008
Have you ever wondered why your school was named Peck or Fitzmorris Elementary? Join us in honoring Arvada's
educators and learn about our town's rich history in education. Hear about the single mom who became a member of the
State School Board, or the beloved kindergarten teacher and her "naughty chair." At the end of the tour, enjoy free,
home-baked refreshments.
Arvada Historical Society
7307 Grandview Avenue
303-431-1261
http://www.arvadahistory.org
webmaster@arvadahistory.org
olde.town.arvada@hotmail.com
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