Journey Through History: Delta County Libraries Celebrate America 250 & Colorado 150

Join Delta County Libraries this May as we honor a momentous double milestone: the Sesquisemiquincentennial! We are celebrating America’s 250th birthday and Colorado’s 150th (Sesquicentennial) with a month-long series of events across the county. From hands-on STEAM projects and pioneer storytimes to community singing and collaborative art, we invite you to connect with the stories, science, and songs that shaped our nation and state.

Event Schedule & Locations

Cedaredge Library

• Pioneer Town Storytime (Ages 0-5): Step back in time at Pioneer Town on the first Tuesday of each month. Features hands-on crafts and stories that bring local history to life.

• Ben Franklin Science Saturdays (Ages 6-12): Explore early inventions with STEAM projects. Saturdays in May (starting May 9), 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Crawford Library

• Community Sing: Lift your voice in a tradition of harmony and heritage.

  • May 12 at 4:00 PM: Series kickoff with Linda McVehil.

  • Tuesdays starting May 19 at 4:00 PM: Led by retired music teacher Mark Bishop.

  • Note: This series culminates in a special fall performance!

Delta Library (Drop-in Activities)

• Journey Through Time Exhibit: Explore rotating monthly displays bridging 150 years of Colorado heritage and 250 years of American history.

• Community Quilt Project: Help celebrate Colorado’s 150th birthday by decorating your own quilt block. All materials are provided, and no sewing experience is required. The final quilt will be unveiled in August.

Paonia Library

• Honor Books & Exhibits: Visit the adult reading area for a specialized historical exhibit and pick up a free honor book about Colorado and U.S. history.