The Agricultural Heritage Center
The Lohr/McIntosh Farm is located at 8348 Ute Highway 66 in Longmont, west of Hover Road on the way to Lyons. The farm has been turned into an agricultural heritage site where the public is invited to take tours and hear about the history of the farm that occurred between 1900 and 1925. The site is open from 10:00am to 5:00pm Fridays through Sundays and tours begin at 11:00am. Admission is free. Call 303-776-8848 or visit their website.

Boulder County Fairgrounds & Park
Provides campground sites, as well as hosts weekly programs throughout the year, including the Boulder County Fair, antique and craft shows and rodeos.
9595 Nelson Rd.
Longmont, CO

To hear a recording of upcoming events, call 303-441-3927. To schedule an event at the Fairgrounds or for more information, contact the Scheduling Office at 303-678-6235 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Barbour Ponds State Recreation Area
Family oriented fishing and camping area East of Longmont with a nature trail named Successional Stage of the Wetlands near I-25 & Hwy. 119.

Historic Callahan House
An imposing 1892 Victorian home listed on the National Register. The formal Italian gardens are open to the public and available as rental facilities for weddings, meetings and parties.  Located at 312 Terry St. Longmont - available every second Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. beginning in June through the month of September. Tours are free and no appointments are necessary. For more information please call 303-776-5191.

Golden Ponds
94 acres of natural open space, 56 which are 4 different ponds featuring nature walkways and bikeways, picnicking, fishing, and wildlife observation.
City of Longmont Parks
303-651-8446
3rd. Ave. & Hover Rd.
Longmont, CO

Historic East Side Historic District
National Historic District of some two dozen historical homes from Terry to Grant between 3rd. and 5th Avenues. (East & West side walking tour brochures are available at the Longmont Museum).

Historical Walking Tours of Longmont
St. Vrain Historical Society
Longmont, CO
303-776-1870

Hover Home
Hoverhome is a late Tudo Revival home constructed in 1913-1914 for Charles and Katherine Hover. Designed by the Denver architectural firm of Roeschlaub & Roseschlaub, the 6,000 square-foot house was built according to 56 pages of detailed specifications calling for "all materials and workmanship to be of the finest quality throughout". This home is part of the National Register Historic District being preserved for the community by the St. Vrain Historical Society. Located at 1309 Hover Road, Longmont. Phone: 303-774-7810 Tours available, call for details.

Longmont Memorial Rose Garden
The rose garden was started in 1945 by former Longmont Lions Club President, the late Theodore Schey. The garden is dedicated to veterans of all wars. In 1952, the garden was placed on the National Recognition listing and became an All-American Rose Selection Public Garden. Most of the roses are A.A.R.S. Winners. Located at the Roosevelt Park, West End. For more information contact the City of Longmont Parks Division at 303-651-8446.


Old Mill Park
This is the site of an old mill house, two log cabins, and historic homes with artifacts from pioneers who settled the St. Vrain Valley from 1859 to 1890. Its lovely gardens and gazebo make it a welcome spot to break for lunch.
City of Longmont Parks
303-651-8446
St. Vrain Historical Society
237 Pratt St.
303-776-1870

Old St. Stephen's Church
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this red brick church was built in 1881. It's located right on Main street at 470 Main St., Longmont, CO. Call 303-651-6130 or 1-800-728-6120 for more information. It is currently the offices for the St. Vrain Historical Society.

Ryssby Church
Ryssby Church was built in the mid-1880's by Swedish immigrants. Regular Swedish services were held at Ryssby until they merged with the Elim Lutheran Church in Longmont in 1914. Located on 63rd Street West of Longmont, South of Nelson Road. For more information, contact Ruth Anderson: 303-774-7761

St. Vrain Canyon
Scenic, historic canyon named for mountain man Ceran St. Vrain. Highway 66 West to Lyons, then follow Highway 7 West of Lyons.

St. Vrain Greenway
St. Vrain Greenway extends approximately three miles from Main Street to Golden Ponds Park and Nature Area. The greenway is a habitat for native and migrating wildlife.
City of Longmont Parks & Forestry Division.
303-651-8446

Sunflower Farm
Offers many activities for children including "Kid's Farmfest" which is an old fashioned farm outing that includes pony rides, petting zoo, giant sandbox and a tree house. Located in Longmont at 11150 Prospect Road. Fees are $7 for kids and $3 for adults. Call 303-661-0954 for details.

Tower of Compassion
Given to Longmont in 1972 by the Kanemoto Families, this Oriental pagoda symbolizes compassion, which plays large part in all religions. The pagoda has five levels - each symbolizing an element of true companssion; Love, Empathy, Undertanding, Gratitude, and Giving Selfessly of oneself. Lights on the different levels make nighttime viewing worthwhiles.
City of Longmont Parks
303-651-8446
Kanemoto Park
Missouri & S. Pratt Parkway
Longmont, CO


Union Reservoir
Located East of Longmont, this facility offers boating, fishing, swimming, camping, and picnic areas for the whole family to enjoy. Picnic Tables are available on a first come, first serve basis. Volleyball nets are available.
City of Longmont Parks
303-651-8446
Open March 1st through November 1st.
303-772-1265

Vance Brand Civic Auditorium
The auditorium was named in honor of Longmont native and American astronaut Vance Brand. Hosts the Longmont Symphony Orchestra, Longmont Chorale, and other community events, plays and other activities.
Vance Brand Civic Auditorium is the auditorium next to Skyline High School
600 E. Mountain View Ave.
Longmont, CO
303-651-0401(Office number for the auditorium)
720-494-3741 (Skyline H.S. number)