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JOIN US FOR SPECIAL 150TH EVENTS ALL YEAR LONG!1 year to celebrate 150!
Where did we start, where are we at, and where are we going? With one year to celebrate our 150 year history, there is so much to do we can’t fathom creating any more lengthy an introduction to take your time away from getting busy with all of these fantastic events taking place this year! We’ve laid it all out right here for you, so without further ado….Happy 150th, Manitou!
150th Anniversary Exhibit
Opening June 3, 2022
The Heritage Center’s 150th Anniversary exhibit will explore four key themes: Health Resort, Attractions, Community Builders and Road to Revival. The exhibit showcases how Manitou Springs evolved from its initial roots as a health resort to a center of tourist attractions.
The Peanut Pusher
Pikes Peak, July 9-17, 2022
For the first time in the 21st Century, an ambitious gentleman is looking to make history – by pushing a peanut up Pikes Peak with a contraption taped to his nose. This is no easy feat, but with support from the community and region at large, this peanut pusher can cement his place in history!
Comedic Historical Theatre
July 8 -30, 2022
Celebrate Manitou Springs’ 150th anniversary in City Hall with a raucous ride through the decades.
Prominent characters come to life in a comedic homage to the charming town we know and love.
Celebrate Manitou Weekend! July 30 - Aug 1, 2022
Vintage Baseball DOUBLE HEADER
Manitou Springs Heritage Center Springers playing by 1864 rules followed by Manitou Springs Fire Dept vs Police Dept. Game!
Games start July 30th at 11:05 am at Roger Maestas Field, 60 Beckers Lane, Manitou Springs
Day of Friendship
Join the community at Schryver Park on Monday, August 1st to celebrate our designation as the 3rd Friendliest City in the United States!
If you’re interested in attending with your local organization or non-profit, please email [email protected]
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Community Potluck
Come one, come all! We’re ready to reach the record for largest potluck to ever happen in Manitou Springs!
Bring your most delectable dish (along with your plates, napkins & utensils) to Memorial Park and join in this epic potluck event.. let’s face it- it’s what we do in Manitou.
Good Ol’ Fashioned Ice Cream Social & Pie Baking Contest
Complete with LIVE MUSIC from Little London Winds in Bud Ford Pavilion at Soda Springs Park.
Are you a baker? We need you and your pies! Sign up to bake at this classic Manitou tradition this year. 150 pies is what we’re after!
Speaker Series- Spa Rooftop Style
August 20, 2022
The Heritage Center will host guest speaker Doris McCraw on the rooftop deck at the Spa Building to deliver a program about early women physicians. Exhibit materials specific to the Spa Building’s history/ mineral water treatments provided and on permanent display in the Spa Building’s lobby.
Arts Month October
Arts Month! Oct 1 -31
From the First Friday Art Walk in Downtown Manitou Springs to public art walking and biking tours, October is a beautiful time to explore the rich arts & culture offerings of Manitou Springs artists, galleries, musicians, poets, and other creative pursuits.
Indigenous People's Day
October 10, 2022
A kick off celebration featuring local, modern day, Indigenous Peoples from the Manitou Pollinators Inter-Tribal Council and their respective Tribal Nations, families, etc. View pictures, heirlooms, artwork, specific tribal stories, and much more during this amazing event!
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Manitou Springs Heritage Center and Museum, 517 Manitou Ave, Manitou Springs, United States