The emphasis of the Heritage Center is on 20 th century Colorado in general and Lakewood history in particular. Programs, trunks and tours must be booked a minimum of three weeks in advance. Brochures outlining all programs are available by calling the scheduling office. Students know how to use various processes and resources of historical inquiry. Students understand the nature of societies, and that societies are diverse and have changed over time.
Students know that religious and philosophical ideas have been powerful forces throughout history.
Students know the physical and human characteristics of places and can use this knowledge to define and study regions and their patterns of change. Students understand the interactions of human systems and physical processes. Students understand the fundamental characteristics of modern economies.