We would like to thank you, the townspeople of Gold Hill for your terrific support of the Sesquicentennial activities this summer.  You made it worth our time and effort.  Thank You.

Many of you have requested that we purchase more coffee mugs.  As you’ll remember, they were black on the outside and gold in the interior with the Sesquicentennial Logo in Gold.  We currently have ordered 72 mugs that will be here prior to Labor Day.

Please contact Debra at 303 449 0454 or deb@mountainvisions.net, and let her know how many you would like.  We may not be able to purchase more than 72 so this is a first come, first serve basis.  If you know that you’ll be purchasing a large quantity – 10 or more – it is imperative that you place your order quickly to assure receipt of the mugs.  The deadline for ordering is Monday, August 24th.

The price of the mug is $6.00.  Additionally, for every 4 mugs you purchase you’ll receive a free travel mug.

The mugs need to be paid for in advance and before Monday, August 31st.    Debra will be collecting your money and taking your orders.  She will contact you when the coffee mugs arrive.  This is your last chance to have something commemorative from our great Sesquicentennial celebration.  When these items are gone, they will not be replaced.  There are still travel mugs, T shirts, magnets, buttons, note cards, winter holiday cards and the aforementioned coffee mugs.

We look forward to hearing from you.

The Sesquicentennial Committee

10:00 – 3:00  Museum Open – Word has it that there will be more coffee mugs.  Get them while you can!

11:00-11:30 (Museum) Circuit Riding Preacher, Jacob Adriannce, protrayed by George Brunner of Denver, will give his sermon from the steps of the Museum.  This sermon was first given on August 15th, 1859 to the townfolk of Gold Hill

12:00 (Bluebird Lodge) Walking Tour of Gold Hill Cabins:  Sunset View, Sinner Cabin (across from the Inn), Sand Cabin, Gold Hill School.  Guides in period costumes.

12:00 to 1:30  (School)  Ice Cream Social

1:30  (School) Re-enactment on early Gold Hill life by Donlyn Arbuthnot of her Great-great grandmother, Frannie Carson, one of Gold Hill’s first female residents.

7;30 PM  (Elon’s side yard – the old Lick Skillet Cafe) Evening picnic for locals and the presentation of the 1970s version of “The Little Flower of Gold Hill”.  We have found a recording of that event and will be replaying it for your enjoyment.  The recording has no sound so come enjoy the “silent film” embiance with many of your old friends and neighbors reading their roles.  Bring your blankets, picnic baskets and funny bone .  Please leave your pets at home and remember, parking is limited so hike if you can.  The movie will begin at dark and is approximately 45 minutes long.  Let’s say good bye to these 150 years and enter the next 150 years of Gold Hill with lots of laughter and friends!

"til Death Do Us Pottie"

Congratulations to Maggie Simms for winning the Pretty Privy Contest.  Her entry, “til Death Do Us Pottie”, was a huge hit among the voters and for her efforts, she received her very own original piece of “privy artwork”.  Special mention also goes to Gretchen for her entry, “The Postcard Museum”.  Apparently the Curator of this Museum, Michael Albes, gave her entry his approval.  Finally, thanks to Dave Steinmann for his entry, “Fun on the Bun”, a great collection of photos from the 60s, 70s, and 80s.  Dave tells us that this privy was on his property when he purchased the land and he has maintained it ever since.  Your time and efforts helped earn an extra $30 for the Museum and the competition was close.  Thanks again for all of the fun!

Thanks to everyone for their entry and also to Helen Anderson, who happened to be visiting for the 4th of July.  She was a great assistant in the creation of the Grand Prize Privy Seat.