Celebrating the 125th Anniversary
of Mesa County

 

Upcoming Events

  • February 11, 2008—Kickoff Celebration at Old Mesa County Courthouse
  • Free admission days at all of the Museum of Western Colorado’s locations, in honor of the anniversary:
    • February 16th—Museum of the West
    • July 26th—Dinosaur Days at Dinosaur Journey
    • September 20th and 21st—Apple Jubilee at Cross Orchards
  • April 16, 2008 — Open house with current and former Mesa County Sheriffs highlighting the Museum of Western Colorado’s collection of weapons from all former Sheriffs, as well as historic records and uniforms.
  • June 14, 2008—Ice Cream Social on Old Courthouse lawn
  • June 14, 2008—Mesa County Assessor’s Office to host open house for former County Assessors, their families and descendants.
  • July 26, 2008 —125th Anniversary Day at the Mesa County Fair, including the first public performance of the 125th Anniversary Song.
  • December 6, 2008 —Parade of Lights float featuring the Museum of Western Colorado’s historic fire truck.
  • Ongoing:
    • Celebrations in communities around Mesa County.
    • Twice monthly regular news releases with “This Week in Mesa County History.”
 
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