Breckenridge, a picturesque town nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, is a haven for adventure enthusiasts, history buffs, and culture seekers alike.
In 1963, Breckenridge was looking for a way to stand out among the boom of new ski resorts in Colorado. Historians say Breckenridge did not exactly have the best reputation and was known as a...
The town of Breckenridge has long served as a highly sought-after travel destination. From a bustling main street that captures the tangible spirit of the American West to nearly 3,000 acres of ski terrain spread...
Like other tourism hubs across the county, museums in Breckenridge saw visitor numbers begin to return to pre-pandemic normals this past year. According to Breckenridge Heritage Alliance’s 2021 report, 114,133 people visited a historical site...
Though Barney Ford’s life was impressive, there’s still many local Summit County residents — and Coloradans — who don’t know much about him. That’s why the Breckenridge Heritage Alliance is taking this year, Ford’s 200th...
Years of hard work has paid off for the Breckenridge Heritage Alliance. Because of the nonprofit’s efforts, the historic Reiling Dredge in Breckenridge is no longer considered an endangered site. Earlier this month, Colorado Preservation...
To kick off Black History Month, Gov. Jared Polis will proclaim Tuesday, Feb. 1, as Barney Ford Day. Barney Ford, whose 200th birthday was early in January, escaped slavery when he was 26 and endured…