“Boggsville Coffee Mug” Bent County Colorado very Own National Treasure
“Women Of Boggsville Coffee Mug” Bent County Historical Society
What’s Cook’n At Boggsville By Pioneer Historical Society of Bent County
Boggsville Cradle of the Colorado Cattle Industry
Boggsville History
150 YEARS OF HISTORY Boggsville played an important, and brief, role in the development of Southeast Colorado. The settlement’s local and regional historic value was recognized by its inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places, as an early Colorado agricultural and trade center, and is also a certified site… Continue reading
Upcoming Events
Boggsville Days October 5th 9am to 4pm Annually 1st Saturday in October Boggsville Cemetery TourAnnually Friday of Memorial Weekend 1pm to 4pm
Mission Statement
The Bent County Historical Society (BHS) preserves the history and heritage of Bent County through the facilitation of the Bent County Chronicle, Art Guild, programs and activities that interpret the culture and architectural history of the region, the operation and preservation of the John W. Rawlings Heritage Center and Museum… Continue reading
History of the Bent County Historical Society (formerly The Pioneer Historical Society of Bent County)
The Bent County Historical Society (BHS) exists to promote the unique history and culture of Bent County to a multigenerational audience. Founded in 1957 and officially becoming a non-profit in 1968, BHS operates the John W. Rawlings Heritage Center & Museum, the Boggsville National Historical Site, the Old Trail Art… Continue reading
John W. Rawlings Heritage Center & Museum 560 Bent Avenue, Las Animas, CO 81054 (719)456-6066 bentctyheritage@gmail.com MUSEUM AND BOGGSVILLE OPENWe are proud to announce that the Museum is now open for business! Hours are Tuesday 9am – 4pm; Tuesday – Friday Noon to 4pm; and Saturday noon-4pm. We… Continue reading
Bent County Art Guild
Bent County Art Guild Community members started the Bent County Art Guild (BCAG) in 2003. A valued partner of the Bent County Historical Society, BCAG members showcase their artistic talents by selling individual items in the Old Trail Gallery. Gallery items are varied and include carvings, quilts, paintings, photographs, and… Continue reading