Discover Leadville, Colorado
The history of Leadville is filled with dramatic stories of real people who made and lost fortunes in this frontier mountain town spiced with Victorian flavor. People are known to all of us-Carnegie, Guggenheim, Susan B. Anthony, the “Unsinkable” Molly Brown, Doc Holliday, Oscar Wilde, Horace, and Baby Doe Tabor-are just a few of the many who fill Leadville’s past.
Downtown Leadville – Shop
Harrison Avenue in downtown Leadville is a fascinating blend of old and new, its quaint shops filled with antique treasures and art created by some of today’s best and brightest talent. Along with pieces of yesteryear and fine arts and crafts, there are bookstores, bike/ski shops, and outfitters for all manner of fresh-air activities. Pop into our Western wear stores, souvenir and T-shirt shops, and great restaurants for a quick bite or a leisurely meal.
Attractions
The National Mining Hall of Fame
Located in the famous 1880's silver mining boomtown of Leadville, the National Mining Hall of Fame and Museum is a monument to the memory of the men and women who pioneered the discovery, development and processing of our nation's natural resources. 719-486-1229, mininghalloffame.orgThe story - in 1860 the Gold Rush attracted prospectors living in rough-and-tumble mining camps. Twenty years later, Leadville was a town of more than 30,000 residents with dozens of stores, hotels, boarding houses, dance halls, gambling houses, and saloons.
Among the most renowned of Leadville’s denizens were Horace and Augusta Tabor. Somewhat of a scoundrel, Horace left Augusta for a much younger “Baby Doe,” but he did build the famous Tabor Opera House. Molly Brown, of “Unsinkable” fame when the Titanic sank, was also made rich by Leadville.
Twin Lakes
Just 15 minutes from Leadville you’ll find the charming and historic village of Twin Lakes and its geological namesake, Colorado’s largest glacial lakes. The lake waters reflect soaring mountaintops and provide a splendid gateway for fishing, hiking, mountain climbing, biking in the warm weather months, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing in the winter. Historical Twin Lakes was once a bustling hub that connected Aspen and Leadville during the Gold Rush of the 1800s, and the Red Rooster Tavern and Brothel now serves as the Twin Lakes Visitors Center. The famed Interlaken Hotel, favored by well-heeled 1880s travelers, is accessible by trail or boat.Ski Cooper
Ski Cooper has more than 480 ski-able acres, with ski school, rentals and Nordic center. Enjoy our low prices, friendly staff and short lift lines.Cross-Country & Snowshoe Trails
The leadville Twin Lakes trail system is a must do for Snowshoeing, Nordic & cross-country, and cycling trails.Mineral Belt Trail
The Mineral Belt Trail is an all-season trail groomed for winter nordic skiing and enjoyed by cyclists in the summer.International Trivia Night
Apr 30
200 West Mountain Avenue, Fort Collins, COThe ever-popular International Trivia Night will be held from 6-8 pm Tuesday, April 30, at the Global Village Museum of
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237 Virginia Avenue
May 02 - May 19
2700 Arapahoe St, Denver, COSYNOPSIS When Eric, an overeducated and underemployed professor, begins researching the history of his father Rex’s pr
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Maria Schneider Orchestra
May 03
2344 E Iliff Ave., Denver, COThe seven-time Grammy award-winning Maria Schneider Orchestra has been hailed by critics as “evocative, majestic, magi
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Pack Rats at Heart: The Joys of Collecting
May 04
200 West Mountain Avenue, Fort Collins, COWith over 60 years of adventures collecting artifacts, Gary and Carol Ann Hixon will present Pack Rats at Heart: The Joy
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Desert Highlights Trail Camp
May 10 - May 13
777 Grande River Drive, Palisade, COJoin us for a long weekend in the colorful desert landscape of Western Colorado! This year, we have partnered with Gemin
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Resplendent Rachmaninoff – Fort Collins Symphony
May 11
417 West Magnolia Street, Fort Collins, COOur season closes with music that has captivated audiences in concert halls, movie theaters, and figure skating arenas f
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Run to the Shrine
May 18 - May 19
4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Rd, Colorado Springs, COJoin us on Saturday, May 18 or Sunday, May 19, 2024 for Run to the Shrine, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo’s annual fundraiser r
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Chalk Lines and Vines
May 18 - May 19
Arapahoe County Fairgrounds and Event Center, 25690 E. Quincy Avenue, Aurora, COSave the date for Arapahoe County’s fourth annual spring wine and chalk art festival, held outdoors at the Arapahoe Co
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Learn to Curl with the Broadmoor Curling Club
May 25
3185 Venetucci Blvd, Colorado Springs, COThe Broadmoor Curling Club is holding a Learn to Curl Clinic 25 May 24. We welcome those who have never tried curling an
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Outside Festival
Jun 01 - Jun 02
Denver Civic Center Park, 101 14th Ave., Denver, COThe first-ever Outside Festival will take place in downtown Denver from June 1-2, 2024. This new event is a one-of-a-kin
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