colorado history

Famed scientist Nikola Tesla conducted a number of experiments in his Colorado lab at the turn of the 20th Century, including one where he produced artificial lightning.

Take a virtual tour of Como, Colorado, the nearly abandoned town that is home to the only remaining narrow-gauge roundhouse in the state.

Imagine the challenges faced over a century ago as pioneers transformed the arid Colorado terrain into something truly remarkable.

Imagine soaring through the skies around the Rockies, guided by massive concrete arrows. That was the reality for early pilots in the U.S. airmail system.

Picture a time when crossing a river meant trusting a handbuilt bridge, crafted by the same spirit that forged Colorado’s frontier.

Some town names in Colorado are downright playful. They might just make you smile and spark a bit of curiosity about their origins.

One of the oldest continuously running restaurants in Colorado is known for possibly coining the name of Rocky Mountain Oysters and has served famous patrons like Theodore Roosevelt, Buffalo Bill Cody, and Sitting Bull.

The Gold Hill School near Boulder is the oldest continuously operating public school in Colorado.

The legends surrounding the Colorado River are a reminder of the magic in our natural world, inviting everyone to listen closely.

Once a crossroads for Ute Indians and Mexican soldiers, this fort reveals a rich history that shaped the Western Slope.

Picture this: a cozy booth in a restaurant that’s seen over a century of stories, laughter, and unforgettable meals. That's a taste of Colorado's culinary past.

The rap subgenre of horrorcore has been the subject of numerous controversies based in Colorado and has repeatedly sparked the debate of whether or not violent lyrics can be justifiably blamed for actual violent crimes.