100 Years of Power

June 13 through October 18
Dunning Gallery
Opening Reception: June 13, 6 - 8 pm, During Night on the Town

2025 marks the 100th anniversary of electric power in the City of Loveland. In 1925, Loveland Light and Power (now Loveland Water and Power) began generating electricity at the newly constructed Idylwilde Hydroplant in the Big Thompson Canyon. A 22,000-volt transmission line carried this power to residents, lighting up the community for the first time.

Today, Loveland Water and Power serves over 42,000 homes and businesses across a 74-square-mile area. Our century-long journey reflects the city’s resilience and commitment to a sustainable future, from the Idylwilde plant and the formation of the Platte River Power Authority to the coal-powered Rawhide Energy Station and our ongoing transition to renewable energy sources.

We invite you to explore 100 Years of Power, a multimedia exhibit at the Loveland Museum that brings to life the stories and milestones from our power journey.

You may also like the following events from Loveland Museum:

• Next Friday, 4th July, 12:00 pm, Clay Prints by Chris Wanner in Loveland
• Next Friday, 4th July, 12:00 pm, Rosetta: Animal Artistry - A 40-Year Journey in Loveland
• Next month, 11th July, 12:00 pm, City Vision: Loveland Employee Art & Creative Show in Loveland