Imagine that it is a summer day in Old Town Parker and you have just arrived on the train that once wended its way along present-day Mainstreet.
Parker Quest 2023
Explore the history of Parker with this easily walkable tour on our TravelStorys app. We’ll be there to guide you and to show you around our museum when you reach the Schoolhouse at Mainstreet. You’ll learn about pioneer life, the stagecoach, and the old railroad while hearing the stories of our town’s first settlers. Follow the story narrated by former mayor Mike Waid and be among the first to view never-before-seen photos of historic spots.
Sep 16, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
O’Brien Park, 10795 Victorian Dr, Parker, CO 80138, USA
Kids and adults alike will have FREE fun while connecting with Parker’s history!
The TravelStorys app works with GPS on your smartphone. Download it from the Apple App Store or Google Play. As you walk the tour, you’ll have access to images from the past and superb narration by Mike Waid. It will also give you access to other fascinating tours across Colorado and the nation.
This event is fun and free for people of all ages.
This family-friendly trek is FREE and interactive, with costumed characters to talk to, hands-on displays, crafts, and giveaways. You will have a map to lead you on your hour-long quest, but we will also have guides to help you along the way.
This is a collaboration between Parker Area Historical Society and Parker Arts. Pre-registration is required. RSVP HERE
