Colorado's 150th Shines a Light on Grand Junction
Colorado became a state in 1876, and Grand Junction followed just six years later — three local landmarks carry that shared history in ways worth knowing about.
Grand Junction History
Lincoln Park Has a History Worth Exploring
Grand Junction's most storied park started out as a fairgrounds, complete with a racetrack and stables, long before anyone called it Lincoln Park.
What’s New This Summer at Museum of the West?
Get ready for summer fun—free admission nights and farmers markets are just the start at the Colorado Museum of the West this season.
The Grand Valley Curse: Colorado's Strangest Exit Strategy
In the heart of Colorado lies a legend that might just make you rethink your next move out of Grand Junction.
Grand Junction's Legendary Serpent’s Trail Hits 105 Years
For 105 years, adventurers have navigated the wild curves of Serpents Trail, a historic link to Colorado's rugged past and a must-see for hikers.
Colorado’s Pine Gulch Fire: What Changed in 5 Years
Picture a single lightning strike setting off a massive blaze. The Pine Gulch Fire changed everything for residents near Grand Junction.
Who is Buried at Potter’s Field? Grand Junction’s Forgotten Poor
Picture this: a neglected cemetery echoing with untold stories of the friendless poor. Potters Field holds secrets just waiting to be shared.
Wait, This Happened Here? Wild Western Colorado Facts
From towering mountains to ancient tribes, Colorado is a treasure trove of stories that can’t be ignored.
Monument Features Tell Tales Of Land And Pioneers
With each twist and turn on Rim Rock Drive, there's a new story waiting to be discovered at the monument.
Hard to Imagine Now: Grand Junction’s River Ferry Era
Picture this: a bustling ferry crossing the Colorado River in the 1880s, transporting not just people but dreams and ambitions of a growing community.