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Colorado is a state rich in history - the history of the West, of railroading, and of America's pioneering spirit. From the ancient ruins of Mesa Verde, to abandoned mining camps, to quaint mountain towns and influential cities, sites of historic interest abound within the Centennial State.
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2010.
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The Walls Talk is a travel guide to thirty-seven of Colorado's historic house museums. It takes the reader to all corners of the statenot only to well known locations like the Molly Brown House in Denver, but to out-of-the-way places like Jack Dempsey's Cabin in Manassa or the Hedlund House in Hugo. You will learn more about famous Coloradans like Baby Doe and Horace Tabor, and make the acquaintance of lesser known figures like the mysterious...
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[2020]
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Where do the tunnels under the Colorado State Capitol go and why were they dug there in the first place? What is the backstory behind Tom's Baby, the largest piece of gold ever unearthed in Colorado? Denver may be known worldwide as the Mile High City, but its elevation is just one item on a long list of anomalies. In Secret Denver you'll find many more quirks and mysteries to explore. Learn why Lakeside is one of the most historic amusement parks...