tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-259035222009-02-21T00:49:43.194-07:00The Fort Morgan Museum has permanent and temporary exhibits that showcase the museum's collection. It also takes advantage of traveling exhibits from other institutions throughout the United States. The Museum Store has many items relating to the city and region.Fort Morgan Museumhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15419828197003440572noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25903522.post-1168278211566675242007-01-08T10:40:00.000-07:002007-01-08T10:43:31.580-07:00

Many different groups of people have packed up their belongings and moved their families to Morgan County. During this nine-week program, students will learn about the many different immigrant groups who have made Morgan County their home including the Danes, Italians, Germans, Mexicans, English and many more. Students will make crafts, eat food, and hear stories about these fascinating and

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We have expanded descriptions on some of the items that will be in the auction. Santos A Santos is a form of folk art unique to New Mexico which focuses on an image of a saint. They are made by santeros, who are specially trained artisans. This piece comes from the Millicent Rogers Museum and was framed by Frame It and Etc.Hand rolled Cigars and HumidorPaul Thompson may be new to town, but he

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It’s almost time for our annual auction. This year is promising to be fun with John Clatworthy returning as our auctioneer and a variety of items, so something is sure to appeal to everyone.1976 Bicentennial Bowl accented with hand applied 22kt gold edging and historical scenesNew Mexican SantosHumidor from Paul Thompson filled with hand rolled cigarsPen and Pencil set by Dave KauffmanNile

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The Store just got in more goodies. It seems like I've spent the last week reorganizg and just when I think I'm good to go more items come strolling in. Today we added Soda Pop Shoppe Jelly Belly, Cinnamon Bears, Licorice Bridge Mix, and Cola Bottles. The Soda Pop Shoppe items are a brand new product, with old fashion soda fountain flavors. The bears and bridge mix are old fashion candies tha

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The Museum Store just got in some new books and new rock candy that actually looks like rocks. It's candy covered chocolate and fun and yummy. Stop in and see what's new.

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Due to a scheduling conflict our September and November Brown Bag programs are switching places. Now the next few months will look like:StartFragment September 12Steam, Smoke, and Dust: Morgan County Train WrecksMuseum StaffOctober 10Fort Morgan's Carnegie LibraryCathy Bosley, Director, Fort Morgan Public LibraryNovember 14WWII German Prisoners of WarJanet Worrell, Professor of History,

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The Museum Morning for August, "What are Your Coordinates?" has been canceled. 

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The Farm Life exhibit was a hit.  We appreciate all of the visitors and their comments.  This exhibit was a bit of an experiment for us.  It's the largest and most expensive traveling exhibit we've ever brought to the Fort Morgan Museum.     The next exhibit will be on sugar beets.  2006 is the 100th anniversary of the sugar factory in Fort Morgan, a source of jobs, money, and pride for the

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The Fort Morgan Museum and Fort Morgan Library are gearing up for another exciting Chautauqua. Wednesday will be Joe Kelley as Frank Root from the Overland Trail and Thursday will be Kathy Ziegler as Doc Susie, frontier physician. Both performers will be doing two shows one at 3:00 in the Children's Library and one at 7:00 at the gazebo in City Park. The afternoon show will be geared toward

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Don't forget the new exhibit, "Farm Life: A Century of Change for Farm Families and Their Neighbors" will open this evening at 6:30. Visitors will get a chance to make their own butter and sample it on fresh bread. For more information about the opening, or this special exhibit contact the museum at 970-542-4010. Also, check out the coming events page for more information on this unique traveling

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The Hillrose Soda Fountain is one of our most popular exhibits. Soda Fountain Saturday is your one chance each year to explore the Hillrose Soda Fountain. In addition everyone will get to make a soda fountain craft, and drink a delicious root beer float.Saturday, July 1 10:00 am to noon $3.00 per person or $10.00 per family

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Sunday was the 2006 Pioneer Spirit Golf Tournament. Twelve teams of four took part in this shotgun start scramble competition. The winning team was comprised of Barry Manes, Dustin Vargas, Oscar Hierro, and Jamie Schilz. In addition to congratulations to these gentlemen a big thank you goes out to Dr. Lois Elliot who sponsored the team.

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The Pioneer Spirit Golf Tournament, which benefits the Fort Morgan Heritage Foundation and the Fort Morgan Museum, will be held on Sunday, May 21, 2006.Our major sponsors include:Cargill Meat SolutionsColorado Plains Medical CenterDanford RealtyEnglish Family FoundationFarmers State BankFort Morgan Auto CenterFort Morgan TimesLeprino FoodsMorgan County REAMorgan Federal BankUnique Embroidery and

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During the spring, eight Gifted and Talented students from Abner S. Baker Central School came to the museum for four days (one hour each day) to learn about research and the history of their community.Museum Facilitator: Sarah WoodmanTeacher: Renaye NotzkaDay One: The students toured the Bloedorn Research Room where Mary Preston told them about the resources at the museum including the Fort

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A recent project in the Bloedorn Research Center has been looking for information on the Fort Morgan High School Football team. We've learned some interesting information including Fort Morgan won 16-10 over Sterling in December, 1903. Fort Morgan had three touchdowns to Stlerling's two.

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Now on exhibit are sixteen watches from the museum’s collection. The watches were made from 1850's to the 1940's. Styles include pocket, women’s and wrist watches.The personal time piece has existed since the 16th Century. Early watches were expensive and only the rich could afford them. During the 19th Century industrialization made the mass production of watches made it possible for everyone

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Well, it seems the wrong button was used and as a result our blog was deleted. Please have patience with us as we try to rebuild that which oops destroyed.

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