Preservation Oaks is all about showcasing the coolest Museums, Genealogical and Historical Societies across the U.S.

Episode 116 features Stephanie Gilmore, Curator at the Golden History Museum & Park! Tune in as Sean explores Golden’s fascinating past, exhibits, and how history comes alive today. Don’t miss this deep dive into local heritage, preservation work, and community stories.

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The Golden History Museum & Park is truly one of our nation's Preservation Oaks!

The contact information for the Organization:

Physical Address: 923 10th St., Golden, CO 80401

Listeners can visit the museum Tuesday–Saturday, 10 AM–4:30 PM (hours vary slightly by day) and admission is ALWAYS free.

In this special episode of Preservation Oaks, Sean takes listeners on a journey into the forgotten corners of attics, basements, closets, and barns, where history often hides in plain sight. From Civil War diaries to WWII love letters, Underground Railroad documents, and family Bibles with hidden records, we explore real discoveries that transformed family stories and deepened our understanding of the past.

Learn what to look for in your own home, how to preserve and interpret your finds, and why these seemingly small objects hold the power to reconnect families and communities across generations.

Tune in and discover how the next great piece of history might be waiting in your own attic.

Preservation Oaks is all about showcasing the coolest Museums, Genealogical and Historical Societies across the U.S.

Part TWO: Join host Sean Radcliff and guest Travis Boley, Association Manager of the Oregon-California Trails Association (OCTA) in a two-part episode, as they explore the legacy of America’s iconic emigrant trails, the ongoing work of preservation, and how you can help protect these remarkable historic corridors.

The Oregon-California Trails Association is truly one of our nation's Preservation Oaks!

The contact information for the Association:

Website: https://octa-trails.org/

Physical Address: 524 South Osage Street, Independence, MO 64050

Phone: (816) 252-2276

Facebook: (search Oregon-California Trails Association) OCTA1982

Instagram: Oregon-California Trails Association

YouTube: @octatrails

Preservation Oaks is all about showcasing the coolest Museums, Genealogical and Historical Societies across the U.S.

Join host Sean Radcliff and guest Travis Boley, Association Manager of the Oregon-California Trails Association (OCTA) in a two-part episode, as they explore the legacy of America’s iconic emigrant trails, the ongoing work of preservation, and how you can help protect these remarkable historic corridors.

The Oregon-California Trails Association is truly one of our nation's Preservation Oaks!

The contact information for the Association:

Website: https://octa-trails.org/

Physical Address: 524 South Osage Street, Independence, MO 64050

Phone: (816) 252-2276

Facebook: (search Oregon-California Trails Association) OCTA1982

Instagram: Oregon-California Trails Association

YouTube: @octatrails

Preservation Oaks is all about showcasing the coolest Museums, Genealogical and Historical Societies across the U.S. Step back in time as Preservation Oaks explores one of Utah’s most immersive heritage experiences — The American West Heritage Center in Wellsville Utah!

Our guest, Karen Larson, Education & Living History Manager, reveals how the Center brings the years 1820–1920 to life through hands-on exhibits, costumed interpreters, pioneer farms, historic structures, school programs, and more. If you love history, the American West, genealogy, or great storytelling — this is an episode you won’t want to miss!

The American West Heritage Center is truly one of our nation's Preservation Oaks!

The contact information for the organization:

Website: https://www.awhc.org/

Address: 4025 South Highway 89-91, Wellsville, UT 84339

In this episode of Preservation Oaks, host Sean Radcliff sits down with Jen Mason, Executive Director of the Colorado Snowsports Museum & Hall of Fame in Vail Colorado.

We explore the museum’s mission, the remarkable history of skiing and snowboarding in Colorado, and the role of a cultural institution in a world-class mountain resort. Join us as we dive into how the mountain-town story shapes our national heritage.

Have comments or questions? Email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening — please like, follow, comment, and subscribe.

The Colorado Snowsports Museum & Hall of Fame is truly one of our nation's Preservation Oaks! 

The contact information for the Organization:

Website: https://www.snowsportsmuseum.org

Phone: 970-476-1876

Address: 231 S Frontage Road East, Vail, Colorado 81657

Facebook: facebook.com/ColoradoSnowsportsMuseum

Email: [email protected]

At Preservation Oaks, we love highlighting the most interesting museums, genealogical societies, and historical organizations across America.

In this episode, we’re joined by two exceptional guests: Genealogists Diana Crisman Smith and Kelley Conner Lear. Together, we dive into a lively, down-to-earth conversation about genealogy — what works, what matters, and how anyone can get started or grow as a family historian. Their insights, tips, and encouragement are truly invaluable. Tune in and discover something new! 

Contact information for our guests:

You can email Diana Crisman Smith via email at: [email protected].

You can email Kelley Conner Lear at: [email protected].

Preservation Oaks is back with another captivating episode featuring the hidden gems of museums and historical societies across the U.S.!

This time, we’re focusing on Breckenridge History in Breckenridge Colorado.

Join Sean Radcliff in conversations with wonderful guests Larissa O'Neil and Susan Gilmore, who reveal the fantastic work Breckenridge History is doing and how you can get engaged.

Don’t miss your chance to learn more about what they offer and how you can join in on the fun! Tune in now!

Breckenridge History is truly one of our nation's Preservation Oaks!

Contact information for the Organization:

Website: https://breckhistory.org/

Digital archives: https://breckhistoryarchives.org/

Facebook: BreckenridgeHistory

Phone: 970-453-9767

Email: [email protected]

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 2460, Breckenridge, CO 80424

Welcome Center: 203 South Main Street

Administrative Office: 102 North Harris Street

You're listening to Preservation Oaks, the podcast that connects you to the rich history of museums, cultural institutions, and the dedicated individuals preserving America’s past.

In a special episode, host Sean Radcliff shares an intercepted message from space.

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Welcome to another episode of Preservation Oaks, where we celebrate the incredible museums and historical societies across the U.S.!

This time, we’re shining a spotlight on the Creede Underground Mining Museum and Community Center in Creede Colorado.

Join Sean Radcliff as he sits down with the Director, Heather Brophy, who shares the fantastic events and services the museum provides. Tune in to learn more about what they offer and how you can join the excitement! Don’t miss it!

The Creede Underground Mining Museum and Community Center is truly one of our nation's Preservation Oaks!

Contact information for the Organization:

Website: https://undergroundminingmuseum.com/

Facebook: Creede Underground Mining Museum

Email: [email protected]

Mailing Address: PO Box 422, Creede, CO 81130

Visiting Address: #9 USFS Road 503, Creede, CO 81130

Phone: 719-658-0811