OLD COLORADO CITY
HISTORY
Old Colorado City was founded on May 22, 1859. It was originally meant to be a supply hub for the Pikes Peak Gold Rush. By the summer of 1860 it focused mainly on the serving the agriculture of Colorado's eastern plains.
By an act passed on November 5, 1861, Colorado City was named as the territorial capital. However, Colorado City effectively functioned as the capital for only five days. When the second territorial legislature met at Colorado City on July 7, 1862, in a log cabin that still stands on Colorado Avenue, they found the accommodations so inadequate that they voted to adjourn on July 11 and reconvene in Denver on July 16. Colorado City was never recognized by the Federal government as the territorial capital.
In 1891, there was a major gold rush in Cripple Creek and Victor, which created a big boom for Colorado City.
Today, Old Colorado city is known for their independently owned art galleries, boutiques and restaurants. Buffalo Ridge is proud to call Old Colorado City their home!
PHOTO GALLERY
of Old Colorado City
EVENTS
IN OLD COLORADO CITY
Farmer's Markets
every week starting May 7th in
Bancroft Park
First Friday Art Walks
starting April 1st at 5pm
Taste of OCC
Hosted every year!
Giant Pumpkin Competition
Hosted every year!
Territory Days
May 27 – 29, 2017
Our favorite event of the year! Come celebrate the history of Old Colorado City!
Santa in Bancroft Park!
Hosted every year!
OUR FAVORITE
SPOTS
The Chocolate Factory
is located across the street from us! We love their candy dipped apples and unique truffles!
Shaes
is located only one block from us! We love their homemade pizza and super friendly service!
Thunder and Buttons II
is located across the street from us! Best comfort food in town! They are also known for their karaoke & trivia nights!