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Only in Denver: Dr. Justina Ford Transcended Race, Gender

Although Dr. Justina Ford never had children of her own, to Denver — and especially the Five Points neighborhood — she is an important maternal figure. In her role as Denver’s first African American female physician, Dr. Ford delivered thousands of babies, many of whom still live in The Mile High…

Only in Denver: Granny Dances to a Holiday Drum

One of Denver’s most inventive and established dance companies, Cleo Parker Robinson Dance (CPRD) blends dance, live music, the spoken word and customs from around the world into a holiday tradition that has become a Colorado favorite. Now in its…

Only in Denver: Tom's Baby, a Priceless Chunk of Gold

In July 1887, Tom Groves and Harry Lytton were prospecting for gold near Breckenridge. They found more than they bargained for: a 13.5-pound nugget of crystalline gold, the biggest one ever found in Colorado. Groves swaddled it in a blanket for the…

Denver’s Most Striking Architecture

Denver truly offers something for everyone, including architecture aficionados. The city was founded in 1858 and what started as a collection of humble cabins during the Gold Rush era has morphed into one of the most impressive and innovative city…