Grand Junction History

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Discover the deep connection between Colorado's geography and Native American tribes.

Discover the rich tapestry of Colorado town names and the transformative journeys they've taken over time.

From silent films to modern-day events, Avalon Theatre in Grand Junction, CO, remains a premier venue with a century-old tradition of entertainment.

At one time, this area of Colorado was populated by the Ute Indian tribe who told stories and legends to explain things that might not be explainable.

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Scroll through the photos of this well-kept historic home that has stood in downtown Grand Junction for 115 years.

Local spray paint artist Jeremy Velasquez did a fantastic job. The mural adds new life to Grand Junction's Union Depot.

Footage from 1969 describing the failed Project Rulison nuclear tests in Western Colorado serves as an eerie window into the state’s explosive past.

Brewing beer in Colorado is nothing new. However, circa 1988, the art of craft brewing took off at warp speed in the Centennial State. Let's explore the history and evolution of Colorado's craft beer industry from its early beginnings to its current prominence.

A 1963 ambulance was on display at Allen Unique Autos Museum in Grand Junction until 2015, and many claim that it was the very ambulance that drove President Kennedy’s body to have an autopsy performed.

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