Poudre Landmarks

Unfortunately, we were recently told that the Rocky Mountain Raptor Program will not be able to attend our open house at the Water Works on Saturday, October 10th. While we are very sad to hear the news, we're sure it will still be a great event. We will have other additions that we will announce shortly. We're sorry for the change.

Did you join us for the Historic Homes Tour? We’d love to hear what you thought!

We’re asking our wonderful tour guests to take a minute or two to complete a very short survey about your experience. There are only a few questions, and your feedback will help us understand what you enjoyed, what we can improve, and how we can make next year’s tour even better.

Your input makes a real difference as we plan next year’s Historic Homes Tour.

If you attended the tour, please take a minute to share your thoughts!

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/XZJXMKK

Thank you for helping us keep this Fort Collins tradition going strong!

Ready for a Saturday that combines history, adventure, and some seriously impressive birds?

Come explore the 1883 Water Works at our final Open House of the year! Step inside this fascinating historic facility, take a guided tour, and discover how Fort Collins’ first public works project helped shape the region’s water system. You’ll hear stories about the people, technology, and challenges behind getting water to a growing community.

Unfortunately, the Rocky Mountain Raptor Program had to cancel their appearance, but we have staff from Lory State Park coming instead! They will be bringing pelts & skulls & other information about wildlife that are frequently seen at the park!

Bring the kids, bring your curiosity, or bring your inner history buff. There’s something for everyone!

1883 Water Works Open House
Saturday, October 10
10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
2005 N. Overland Trail
FREE ADMISSION

Come for the history. Stay for the raptors. Leave with a new appreciation for the remarkable stories behind Fort Collins.

This is our last Open House of the year, so don’t miss it!

A HUGE thank-you to the volunteers who made the 2026 Historic Homes Tour possible!

Behind every great Historic Homes Tour is a team of wonderful people who show up, pitch in, and make it all happen. Our volunteers staffed the tour sites, welcomed guests, answered questions, shared stories, gave directions, and helped create the warm, welcoming experience our visitors enjoyed.

We truly could not do this tour without you.

To everyone who volunteered this year: your time and energy are deeply appreciated. We hope you had as much fun being part of the day as our guests did exploring Fort Collins’ historic homes and landmarks!

Volunteering for the Historic Homes Tour is also a pretty great way to spend a day—you get to see beautiful historic places, meet interesting people, hear fascinating stories, and be part of one of Fort Collins’ favorite history events.

So, if you’ve ever thought, “I’d love to be part of that next year,” consider this your invitation!

We’ll be looking for volunteers again for the 2027 Historic Homes Tour, and we’d love to have you join us.

Thank you, volunteers, for helping us keep Fort Collins history alive and making the tour such a success!

What a day!

The 2026 Historic Homes Tour was a wonderful success, and we have YOU to thank!

Thank you to everyone who came out to explore Fort Collins’ historic homes and landmarks, listen to stories, admire the architecture, and enjoy a beautiful day celebrating our community’s history. We had wonderful houses, wonderful guests, and lots of great conversations along the way.

A huge thank-you also goes to the homeowners, historic sites, docents, volunteers, and everyone who helped make the tour possible. We couldn’t do it without you!

Now, as we start thinking about next year’s tour, we’d love your help. What did you love? What could we improve? What would make the 2027 tour even better?

If you attended this year, please take a few minutes to complete our short survey. Your feedback will help us make next year’s tour even more enjoyable.

Take the survey here:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/XZJXMKK

Thanks again for spending the day with us and helping us celebrate the places and stories that make Fort Collins special. We’ll see you on the tour next year!

🏠 Historic Homes Tour is TOMORROW! 🏠

We can't wait to welcome you to the 42nd Annual Fort Collins Historic Homes Tour on Saturday, September 12!

A few important reminders for our guests:

🎟️ Ticket prices increase tomorrow, on the day of the tour, so buy your tickets today and save a little cash!

📍 Online ticket holders: You MUST check in and pick up your ticket booklet at either:
- The 1879 Avery House, 328 W. Mountain Avenue
OR
- The 1883 Water Works, 2005 N. Overland Trail beginning at 10 a.m. Ticket booklets are not available for pickup at the other tour properties.

🚲 Biking is encouraged! All tour locations will have plentiful bike racks available.

⏰ The tour runs 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and once you have your booklet, you can visit the properties in any order you choose.

For complete guest information, tour locations, and everything you need to know before you go, visit poudrelandmarks.org.

🎟️ Get your tickets today:
Historic Homes Tour Tickets

We can't wait to see you on the tour! Come explore some of Fort Collins' historic treasures with us! ❤️

2026 Historic Homes Tour By Poudre Landmarks

Two days until you get to step inside Fort Collins history!

The 42nd Annual Fort Collins Historic Homes Tour is almost here—and if you’ve been thinking about going, now is the time to get your tickets!

On Saturday, September 12, explore eight fascinating historic properties throughout Fort Collins, including four historic private residences and four treasured historic sites.

You’ll discover beautiful architecture, hidden details, fascinating stories—and maybe a few surprises along the way.

And there’s one more reason not to wait:

Advance tickets are $5 less than tickets purchased on the day of the tour!

So why pay more when you can get your ticket now and save?

Saturday, September 12
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Eight historic properties
Buy your advance ticket today and save $5! https://bit.ly/4h4u6Rf

Gather your friends, grab your tickets, and get ready for a day of exploring Fort Collins’ history from the inside.

The doors open Saturday. The savings end when they do!

2026 Historic Homes Pre-Tour Lecture By Poudre Landmarks

If you bought your tour tickets online, your purchase includes a printed tour book, which serves as your entrance ticket to the homes. You can pick up your tour book this Thursday evening, September 10th, between 5:00 and 7:00 pm at the 1879 Avery House, or on Saturday, September 12th, starting at 10:00 am at the 1879 Avery House and the 1883 Water Works.

The 1879 Avery House is located at 328 West Mountain Avenue, Fort Collins, CO 80521, and the 1883 Water Works is located at 2005 N Overland Trail, Fort Collins, CO 80521

If you haven't bought your tickets yet, you'd better hurry! The tour is only two days away, and the ticket prices are higher on the day of the tour.

A historic home tour takes a village — and we are incredibly grateful for ours!

The 2026 Fort Collins Historic Homes Tour would not be possible without the generous support of our amazing sponsors. Their commitment to preserving, celebrating, and sharing Fort Collins history helps make this special day happen.

A heartfelt THANK YOU to:

Old World Painting Family
NOCO Paint and Design
Armstead Construction
Janell Prussman at RE/MAX Alliance
VFLA Architecture
Silver and Gold Estate Sales
Sears Trostel
Markley Motors
Highcraft Builders

Your support does more than help put on a great tour — it helps us continue telling the stories of the places and people that make Fort Collins such a special community.

We truly couldn’t do it without you. Thank you for believing in historic preservation and helping us keep Fort Collins’ history alive!

Now, let’s tour some houses!

What makes a home a home?

It’s more than four walls and a roof. It’s the people who lived there, the stories they left behind, the changes a house has seen, and the history of the community that grew around it.

Join us TODAY for the 2026 Historic Homes Tour Pre-Tour Presentation, “What Makes a Home a Home?”

This special presentation takes a deeper dive into the homes featured on this year’s tour while exploring the fascinating history of Fort Collins and the many ways we define “home.”

If you love old houses, local history, or simply a good story, this is one you won’t want to miss.

Come curious. Leave inspired. And get an inside look at the stories that make this year’s Historic Homes Tour so special.

Today’s the day — come find out what makes a home a home!

Tickets are available at the door and here: https://bit.ly/4bqSMzD