Historic Longmont offers an array of cultural and educational sites. Located just north of Denver, this charming community provides an ideal gateway to Colorado historic places – just waiting to be explored.

• Historic Downtown
  • In 1870, a group of railroad investors from Chicago sold shares in a community in northern Colorado’s St. Vrain Valley - the next year, they chartered the town of Longmont, named for Longs Peak directly to the west, as the Chicago-Colorado Colony
  • Today, classic buildings in the Downtown Longmont District house nearly 300 businesses and organizations on gracious, tree-lined streets
  • Thousands of people visit Downtown for parades, art events and festivals for the whole family
  • From lunchtime to special events, Downtown Longmont brings the community together
• St. Vrain Historical Society
  • Promotes historic education and preservation in Longmont and the surrounding St. Vrain Valley
  • Hover Home
• Elegant, English Tudor, Gothic Revival home of Charles and Katherine Hover, was constructed in 1913-1914
• During the 70 years the Hovers and their adopted daughter Beatrice resided at Hover Home, the property was carefully maintained and remains in excellent condition
• This distinctive home was constructed at a cost of approximately $25,000, completed in June 1914
  • Old Mill Park
• Contains original buildings, plantings, and artifacts
• Has been designated a landmark by the City of Longmont
  • Old St. Stephen's Church
• Built in 1881 as the first home for the congregation of St. Stephen's Episcopal parish
• Congregation of 45 communicants held their first services in their new church on Palm Sunday in April 1882
• Designated a local historic landmark and also listed on the National Register of Historic Places

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Embark on an Adventure in Historic Longmont
Discover Longmont Colorado historic sites and enjoy the awe-inspiring beauty and year-round recreation of the Northern Rocky Mountains.