Forgive our dust…… or so the saying goes for construction sites! We’re updating our new site – please be patient with us and check back frequently to see what we’re adding new!
Who We Are
WFHS explores the history of Western Fremont county from Parkdale through Wellsville
Events
Betsy leads a tour of ‘rails to kiln’
This Month’s Fun Fact
Kerr Gulch stone quarries started in 1888. Where were the stones used?
The stones were used for the Denver Mint, the Stout School on Cherry Creek, many buildings in Cañon City and several prominent homes in Denver. Kerr Gulch road is located east of Howard off of Hwy. 50. (Below is a photo of Stout Creek School.)
Building Renovation
Contact Us…
History Center Map
0070 County Road 56
Howard, CO 81233
Mailing Address
Western Fremont Historical Society (WFHS)
P.O. Box 181
Howard, CO 81233
Email: wfhsinfo@gmail.com
History Center Address
0070 Co Rd 56, Howard, CO 81233
Hours:
The History Center is open during Society programs and by appointment. During the months of April through October, the center is open the last Sunday of each month (1:00-4:00 pm).
Please call Shari Mohr at 719-942-3355 for further information and appointments.