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1. Is the Fairgrounds Event Center available to rent?

Yes, the Arapahoe County Fairgrounds Event Center is available to rent. Please visit the Fairgrounds Event Center webpage for more information and to contact us about your future event. Learn more at www.arapahoecountyeventcenter.com. 

2. Is photography allowed at the 17 Mile House Farm Park?

Yes, photography of a non-commercial nature is allowed at the 17 Mile House Farm Park. Please respect the following rules:

• Please stay on the paths to protect the landscape. 
• Vehicles, trailers, horses or large props are not permitted. 
• Dogs are allowed but must remain on a leash. 
• Please dispose of trash properly. 
• We cannot block access to the general public.

3. I'm interested in donating or selling my property for use as an open space or park. How do I get more information?

Please contact us at 720-874-6540.

4. I have antiques I'd like to donate to the 17 Mile House Farm Park. How can I get more information?

Please contact Bill Bauer at 720-874-6555. 

5. What public events are offered by Open Spaces department?

Please visit the Open Spaces Events page for more information about current Open Spaces events. Open Spaces hosts the Arapahoe County Fair annually in July.

6. How is the Open Spaces Program funded?

The Open Spaces program is funded by a 2003 voter-approved 0.25 percent sales and use tax. In 2011, the tax was extended by Arapahoe County voters to 2023. Please visit the Open Spaces home page and click on the "About Us" section and then funding for more information.

7. Which County open space properties and parks are open to public access?

The following parks and open space properties  are currently open to the public: 17 Mile House Farm Park, Cherry Creek Valley Ecological Park, Cheyenne/Arapaho Park, Fairgrounds Park, Richmil Ranch Open Space, and Welch Park. Please visit the Open Spaces home page and click on Places to Go for park-specific information.