CategoriesHistory of Boulder

A beautiful sunset view of Boulder's Flatirons with colorful wildflowers in the foreground.

Boulder Today: Balancing Modernity with Historical Roots

Explore how Boulder harmonizes its rich history with modern advancements.

4/12/2025•Dewey Cormier
A historical depiction of Boulder, Colorado, during the gold rush with miners working, mountains, and town activity.

Boulder's Evolution: From a Mining Town to a Tech Hub

Explore how Boulder transformed from a mining town to a tech hub.

4/12/2025•Dewey Cormier
A beautiful landscape of Boulder's open spaces at sunset, featuring wildflowers and the Flatirons mountains.

Boulder's Environmental Movement: A Historical Perspective

Exploring the rich history and impact of Boulder's environmental initiatives.

4/12/2025•Dewey Cormier
A beautiful architectural view of the Boulder County Courthouse with intricate stonework and a clock tower, surrounded by landscaped gardens during sunset.

Preserving History: Boulder's Historic Landmarks and Sites

Discover Boulder's rich history through its iconic landmarks and sites.

4/12/2025•Dewey Cormier
Panoramic view of CU Boulder campus in autumn with colorful foliage, students, and iconic buildings.

The Role of the University of Colorado in Boulder's Growth

Explore how the University of Colorado has shaped Boulder's growth.

4/10/2025•Dewey Cormier
A historical view of early 20th century Boulder, featuring wooden storefronts and locals at a market with the Flatirons in the background.

20th Century Changes: Boulder's Urban and Cultural Growth

A look at how Boulder evolved culturally and urbanly throughout the 20th century.

4/9/2025•Dewey Cormier
A historic scene of Boulder, Colorado in the late 1800s with wooden buildings, settlers, and the Flatirons in the background.

Boulder's Development Through the Late 19th Century

Explore how Boulder evolved economically and socially in the late 1800s.

4/9/2025•Dewey Cormier
A lively street in 19th-century Boulder, showcasing merchants and miners in period attire, wooden storefronts, and horse-drawn carriages, with the Rocky Mountains in the background.

The Gold Rush and Its Impact on Boulder’s Early Growth

Explore how the Gold Rush spurred Boulder’s growth in the 19th century.

4/9/2025•Dewey Cormier
A busy marketplace in Boulder during the 1850s with miners, farmers, and merchants in traditional clothing.

The Founding of Boulder: Key Events in the 1850s Era

Explore the pivotal moments that shaped Boulder's founding in the 1850s.

4/9/2025•Dewey Cormier
A scenic view of Boulder, Colorado at sunset with the Flatirons mountains, colorful sky, and blooming wildflowers in the foreground.

Boulder, Colorado: From Native Lands to Pioneer Settlement

Explore the history of Boulder, from Native American roots to pioneer settlement.

3/12/2025•Dewey Cormier