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7 Top Things to Do in Breckenridge for an Unforgettable Winter Escape

Nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, Breckenridge is a winter wonderland that offers an endless array of activities for travelers seeking an

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From hair caught on fire to faces frozen to the ground, Ullr Fest has a wild history in Breckenridge

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...

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Fall Travel: A Good As Gold Colorado Vacation

Hike Breckenridge in that perfect autumnal lull between summer and winter, and no matter what direction you choose, you’re golden.

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The Kingdom of Breckenridge: The story of the mountain town's first 'viral' tourism campaign and how it helped shape its celebratory legacy

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...

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Fall Travel: A Good As Gold Colorado Vacation

Hike Breckenridge in that perfect autumnal lull between summer and winter, and no matter what direction you choose, you’re golden.

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Breckenridge historic sites see return to pre-pandemic visitor numbers, welcoming over 100,000 visitors in 2021

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...

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Breckenridge celebrates Barney Ford's 200th birthday

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...

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Historic Reiling Dredge no longer listed as an endangered site

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...

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Gov. Jared Polis proclaims Feb. 1 as Barney Ford Day

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…

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