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The Grand River Diversion Dam in DeBeque Canyon or “Roller Dam,” as it is commonly called, is 110 years old in June! Come learn more about its history! There will be fun videos, drone footage, and special guest Tina Bergonzini, Grand Valley Water Users Association General Manager, will also share current updates. The Roller Dam is integral to the success of this valley and Palisade!
The talk will begin at 6pm on Thursday, June 19th at The Ordinary Fellow Winery. This program is open to the public in a relaxed and comfortable setting for people to learn about Palisade’s unique history and enjoy a glass of wine. Be sure to come early to get a piece of birthday cake!
July, August, & September History Talks
Mark your calendars:
July 17th – Entertainment in the Grand Valley in the Early 1900s, with Joe Zeni.
August 21st – Jeff Pieper with the Colorado State Extension will give the history of the Extension in Colorado and Mesa County and current program offerings.
September 25th – History of Wine, with Jenne Baldwin-Eaton
The Palisade Historical Society’s monthly History Talks are at the Ordinary Fellow Winery, 202 Peach Avenue in Palisade. They begin at 6 pm and are open to the public in a relaxed and comfortable setting for people to learn about Palisade’s unique history and enjoy a glass of wine. The tasting room opens at noon, so come early to get a good seat.
There is no admission fee, but donations are appreciated.
Podcast Episode
Postcards From Palisade Podcast E39: Palisade’s Surprising Seasonal Agricultural Workers of the Past
On the Postcards From Palisade Episode 39, JoAnn Rasmussen, Chair of the Palisade Historical Society, takes a deep dive into how past generations of farmers and orchardists in Palisade and the Grand Valley met their ever-present need for seasonal agricultural workers.
We might sometimes feel isolated from international and national events here in Palisade, but the seasonal labor sources for this town have always been driven by outside circumstances. Listen to learn about the fascinating range of people who helped bring Palisade’s agricultural products to market.
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