Enjoy an evening of Colorado history! Our August topic is Mines, Mills, and Railroads of Gilpin County. Join Museum volunteer and historian Mark Baldwin as he explores the history of Gilpin County and how its mining towns (including Blackhawk and Central City) were influenced and supported by the railroads. Through stories, images, and historical insights, he will reveal how railroads shaped the region and played a crucial role in the development of the mining industry and local communities. Register
Location:
Colorado Railroad Museum
17155 W. 44th Avenue (Map)
