Our Broomfield and the Crescent Grange Present the Our Broomfield History Series

Have you ever wondered about how Broomfield came to be? The Broomfield History Speaker Series presented by Our Broomfield Magazine, Lingows, and the Crescent Grange will dive into numerous aspects of our community and tell the stories of the creation of Broomfield.

The series kicks off on March 5 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Crescent Grange with an introductory presentation about the beginnings of Broomfield and the Crescent Grange. Join Our Broomfield Editor and Publisher Tina Eichner, Broomfield Museum Coordinator David Allison, and Crescent Grange President Barbara Gehring for an evening of storytelling about the early days of Broomfield. The program will also include a preview of future topics to include: Broomfield Philanthropy, Business in Broomfield, Arts & Culture, Sports and Recreation, The Creation of a City and County, Governance, and more!

What Is a Grange?

The Grange, which is officially referred to as the Patrons of Husbandry, is a 145-year old fraternal organization with its roots in agriculture. Founded after the Civil War in 1867, the Grange is the oldest American agricultural advocacy group with a national scope. Major accomplishments credited to Grange advocacy include passage of the Granger Laws and the establishment of rural free mail delivery.

The Broomfield chapter of the Grange, the Broomfield Crescent Grange #136, was built in 1916. Many of Broomfield’s original founders were once members of the Crescent Grange and were actively involved in Grange activities, including Sarah H. Church (applied in 1905); second-generation pioneers Ralph Colman (1917), W.H. Nissen (1915) and Mrs. and Mrs. L.C. Brunner (1930); Harry Shaw, who ran the Broomfield Garage in the 1920s; Mr. and Mrs. Roy Rees (or Reese), and 14-year-old Dukie Mulholm, who would later become the area’s rural postal carrier. Those who are familiar with Broomfield history or have lived in the area for some time would probably recognize some of these names (Church Ranch Blvd., the Brunner House are two examples).

The speaker series format will be a one-hour live, in-person topical presentation with a local “expert” or panel aligned with the topic of the day and interviewed by a moderator. Each program will include 30 minutes for audience Q&A and 30 minutes for light refreshments and socializing/networking.

To learn more and to register visit www.OurBroomfield.com or www.crescentgrange.org. Please contact Tina@ourbroomfield.com if you are interested in Sponsorship Opportunities.

Mark Your Calendar for March 5!

Our Broomfield History Series

March 5, 2025 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Crescent Grange

7901 W. 120th Ave. Broomfield Register at www.crescentgrange.com