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Don Allan: A Volunteer With a Purpose

Don Allan and the Historical Society of Idaho Springs were totally dependent on each other in recording history and providing many services to the public [...]

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Tours & Museums in Idaho Springs

When learning about the history of a place, it can often help to see that history in action There are several tours and museums in Idaho Springs that provide [...]

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Key Idaho Springs Historical Figures

There are many people that have greatly impacted or shifted the trajectory of our town’s history throughout the years A few of these key Idaho Springs [...]

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A Site to Remember: Indian Hot Springs

One of the biggest hot spots in Idaho Springs are the Indian Hot Springs This natural phenomenon was one of the reasons gold was discovered and the town [...]

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The Start of the Colorado Gold Rush

There is much discussion about where the Colorado Gold Rush actually began, but experts agree that the first major discovery of gold in our state took place [...]

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