Three ways to get involved in Lakewood's 50th Anniversary Celebration

Whether you’re a history buff, trivia master or art exhibit aficionado, there are opportunities for everyone to join Lakewood’s 50^th Anniversary celebration! We’re using both traditional and online ways for residents to participate in Lakewood’s 50^th Anniversary to make sure anyone and everyone is included.

1. Go online

• Participate in the digital time capsule: Help make history by telling future residents and leaders what’s important with an entry to the digital time capsule for 2069.
• Take part in weekly trivia questions about Lakewood.
• Receive a prize by completing the historical scavenger hunt.
• Read about Lakewood’s incorporation back in 1969.
• Watch videos covering the city’s history.
• Learn about the “50 Objects for Lakewood's 50th Anniversary” project, making the city’s museum items available for viewing online.

2. Attend events and in-person activities

• Be on the lookout for surprise pop-up parties around Lakewood with cake and giveaways.
• Visit the Lakewood Heritage Center at 801 S. Yarrow St. every month for a new special exhibit about Lakewood’s incorporation in 1969. Participate in hands-on farming activities, see photos of favorite 1970s restaurants and listen to audio histories of former Lakewood mayors.
• Check out “Three Views: Contemporary Work by Two Generations of Lakewood Artists Charles Parson, Collin Parson and Devon Parson,” a Lakewood family kicking off the 50^th anniversary art exhibition series.
• Snag giveaways at your favorite annual city events like Cider Days, Rockin’ Block Party, Earth Day, Lakewood Lights, Big Boom Bash and more.

3. Get social

• Join the celebration on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram using #Lakewood50.
• See what’s trending, keep an eye out for contests and show us how you’re celebrating by uploading a photo or video using the celebration hashtag on your social media.

And there’s no need to wait – there’s plenty of celebration to do now!