History & Heritage

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Pikes Peak Cog Railway
515 Ruxton Ave., Manitou Springs, CO 80829Since 1891, Pikes Peak Cog Railway has taken millions of people on an unforgettable trip to 14,110 feet! Past cascading streams and forests of aspen and pine, the world's highest cog railroad reveals lovely panoramas... Read More >>
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History Colorado Center
1200 Broadway, Denver, CO 80203The History Colorado Center, one of Denver's newest cultural attractions, is designed to ignite imaginations of all ages about Colorado history. Experience Colorado's stories through high-tech and hands-on exhibits... Read More >>
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Georgetown Loop Railroad
1520 Argentine St., Georgetown, CO 80444Climb aboard one of Colorado's famous historic narrow gauge railroads. This engineering marvel takes you high over the Devil's Gate Bridge and winds you through a scenic Rocky Mountain pathway. Silver mine tours... Read More >>
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Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center
1805 N. 30th St., Colorado Springs, CO 80904# 1 visited attraction, 14-minute HD movie, nature museum, 30 interactive exhibits, 3 award winning gift shops, café with spectacular (!) views of this geological marvel, park maps, guided walks, nature talks,... Read More >>
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Bessemer Historical Society
215 Canal St., Pueblo, CP 81004CF&I played a fundamental cultural role throughout Colorado and the west. By recruiting Italian, German, Greek, Slovenian, Mexican and African-American families (to mention a few) it encouraged the immigration... Read More >>
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Southeast Colorado Heritage
Southeast Region, Las Animas, Pueblo, Lamar. Fowler, Trinidad, Rocky Ford,, CO 81039Much of the southeast region in Colorado is akin to a giant aviary. Found throughout the expansive prairie, more than 400 of the 625 species of North American birds can be seen living in or migrating through the area.... Read More >>
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Leland House & Rochester Hotel
726 East Second Avenue, Durango, CO 81301The Leland House and Rochester Hotel provide unique historic accommodations in the heart of downtown Durango. The Leland House offers apartment-style rooms with kitchenettes and private bathrooms and the Rochester... Read More >>
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Beaumont Hotel & Spa
505 Main Street, Ouray, CO 81427Built in 1886 at the height of the “Gold Boom,” this lovely old hotel is still known as the 'Flagship of the San Juans." Graciously appointed with sumptuous amenities, the Beaumont Hotel has welcomed such... Read More >>
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Southwest Colorado Heritage
Southwest Region, Archeuleta, Delta, La Plata, Montezume, Montrose, Ouray, San Mig, CO 81435The southwest region of Colorado is rich with historic finds; landscapes, archaeological sites, historic mines and buildings, ranches, farms and unique cottage industries are each found in this part of the state.... Read More >>
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General Palmer Hotel
567 Main Ave., Durango, CO 81301The General Palmer Hotel is a prestigious, Victorian-style hotel. The Historic General Palmer Hotel will pamper you with, luxury, service, and first-class amenities. Helping you to "Create memories that will last a... Read More >>











