Norwood’s Old West – Grand Ball and 1st Pioneer Day

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Local historian and author Howard Greager talks about the Norwood Grand Ball of 1891 and the very first Pioneer Day celebration (which is still going strong to this day!). Presented by the Wright’s Mesa Historical Society and the Norwood Chamber of Commerce. http://www.norwoodcolorado.com Hosted by Howard Greager http://www.greagerbooks.com Video produced by Standing Sun Productions http://www.standingsun.com [...]

Norwood’s Old West – History of Norwood Part 2

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Local historian and author Howard Greager continues his tale of the early days of Norwood, Colorado. In this video, he talks about the first schoolhouses in Norwood, and some early town ordinances. Presented by the Wright’s Mesa Historical Society and the Norwood Chamber of Commerce. http://www.norwoodcolorado.com Hosted by Howard Greager. http://www.greagerbooks.com Video produced by Standing [...]

Norwood’s Old West Episode 3!

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In the latest episode of Norwood’s Old West, author/historian Howard Greager tells about a shootout that happened near Norwood in the early 1900′s.