Mariupol Before and After: Our Family’s Story
Mariupol Before and After: Our Family’s Story will be presented by Stephen Connacher, a former resident of the city who now lives in Fort Collins. Connacher lived in Mariupol from 2016-2021, and he witnessed the port city undergo a wondrous transformation and become a vibrant European city. But in early 2022, Russia invaded Mariupol, turning the […]
Canceled – Travel in Style to Scandinavian Midsummer Festival
The 31st annual Scandinavian Midsummer Festival is in Golden this year, and premier luxury bus transportation to and from the fabulous festivities on Saturday, June 15, is being offered by the Museum. Arranging the trip is the Museum’s Global Adventures club, designed for those who love to travel, want to recount their travel experiences, delight in sharing stories […]
An Italian Supper Under the Stars
For a magical meal on the summer solstice, An Italian Supper Under the Stars will be hosted from 6:30-9 pm Thursday, June 20, by the Global Village Museum and City Park Gelato & aMore. The repast is part of the Museum’s Global Adventures club, designed for those who love to travel, want to recount their travel experiences, delight in […]
Finding a Home for Your Treasures
When individuals downsize their home or – sadly – pass away, their cherished possessions should continue to be appreciated and create meaning. Too often, however, these special items are sold or auctioned without proper care and consideration. To help solve this dilemma, Finding a Home for Your Treasures will be presented from 6-7:30 pm Thursday, […]
Experience Soapstone Prairie Natural Area
For an exciting day of viewing bison and learning about Ice Age American Indians, travel in a group with knowledgeable guides for an educational outing, Experience Soapstone Prairie Natural Area. Soapstone Prairie Natural Area (SPNA) is located about 25 miles north of Fort Collins on the Wyoming border. The area encompasses over 28 square miles […]
International Trivia Night
The fun and educational trivia contest will feature 50 questions, with teams of six competing for prizes and bragging rights. Partial teams or full six-person teams are welcome with a two-step process. First, team members should make individual reservations. Second, an email with the names of team members must be sent to the Museum’s Outreach […]
Sacred Lakota Ways: Mitakuye Oyasin
Sacred Lakota Ways: Mitakuye Oyasin will be shared in two special presentations on Saturday, August 31. The phrase Mitakuye Oyasin, which translates to “all my relations,” reflects the Lakota belief in the interconnectedness and harmony between all forms of life. From 1-3 pm, Jennifer Black Elk, daughter of world-renowned Lakota Elder and Spiritual Teacher Wallace […]
In Search of the Future
In Search of the Future: What do the Wise Ones Know? will be shown with filmmakers Andrew Cameron Bailey and Connie Baxter Marlow on hand to introduce the film and answer questions. Bailey and Marlow will also preview the film’s sequel, In Search of the Future II: The Only Way Out is UP! Shot on […]
The History and Trauma of Colorado’s Federal Indian Schools
The History and Trauma of Colorado’s Federal Indian Schools will be presented by Holly Kathryn Norton, History Colorado’s State Archaeologist. The presentation will profile History Colorado’s report entitled Federal Indian Schools in Colorado, 1880-1920. “The report discusses the foundation of the Federal Indian Education system and its goal of erasing Indigenous cultures and assimilating Native […]
Experience Unique Uganda
Known as the “Pearl of Africa,” Uganda is a magical country with the largest number of primates on the African continent and the highest number of mountain gorillas worldwide. Learn more as Experience Unique Uganda is presented at 6 pm Thursday, Oct. 3. Andrew Wegoye, founder of Hornbill Treks & Safaris based in Kampala, Uganda, […]
