History & Heritage

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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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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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Park County Colorado Heritage
Park County Region, Fairplay, Tarryall, Lake George, Hartsel, Guffey, Platte Canyon, CO 80440It's a little-known fact that Park County contains the highest gold and silver mines in North America. It also contains some of the highest historic ranches and a wealth of historic railroad sites. Working ranches... 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 >>
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Royal Gorge Route Railroad
Santa Fe Depot, Cañon City, CO 81212Step aboard the Royal Gorge Route Railroad to embark upon a breathtaking journey that began 140 years ago. Like a bar-room brawl on wheels, two companies vied for the route and the legal battle dubbed the "Royal Gorge... Read More >>
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Colorado Scenic Trains
401 Water Street, Cañon City, CO 81212Colorado is home to the finest scenic railroads in the country. From classic 1950s-era luxury liners to narrow gauge steam trains that traverse the rugged Colorado Rocky Mountains, riding the rails provides a way to... 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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San Luis Valley Colorado Heritage
San Luis Valley Region, Alamosa, Antonito, Creede, Monte Vista, Del Norte, San Luis, CO 81152The towns in the San Luis Valley are among the oldest settlements in Colorado, and, with just 47,000 residents, the valley’s vast landscape has changed little since the early days of settlement. The art, ... Read More >>
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Glenwood Hot Springs Resort
401 N. River Rd, Glenwood Springs, CO 81601The Ute Indians called it Yampah, meaning "big medicine" and used to visit the hot springs hundreds of years ago, after long hunting trips. It was developed and opened to the public in 1888. The town was named... Read More >>
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Buckhorn Exchange Restaurant
1000 Osage St., Denver, CO 80204Denver's oldest restaurant, with "Colorado's #1 liquor license," serving prime beef steaks, buffalo, elk, baby-back ribs and other fabulous game specialties. Magnificently decorated with over 500 hunting trophies... Read More >>










