Sharon Greve, a local historian, stands with her book, Beyond the Badge, in July 2017 at Maria’s Bookshop. She spent five years researching the history of the Durango Police Department from 1881 to 1949.
Sharon Greve, a local historian, stands with her book, Beyond the Badge, in July 2017 at Maria’s Bookshop. She spent five years researching the history of the Durango Police Department from 1881 to 1949.Jerry McBride/Durango Herald file

The book gives a comprehensive history of the Durango Police Department from 1881 to 1949. Greve spent five years researching and writing the book. She has compiled more information about the history of the police department since the book was published and will share details Saturday.

The event is free and open to all.

To learn more about Beyond the Badge, visit http://bit.ly/2DAnFzD.