Category: Legends, Stories, & History

By State, Colorado, Colorado, Great Outdoors, Hidden History, Legends, Stories, & History

Did you know there is a giant “CU” on the Boulder Flatirons?

We all love gazing at the Flatirons in Boulder, Colorado. But did you know there is a giant “CU” etched into the Third Flatiron? I say etched because it has been treated with so many chemicals and mechanical devices over the years. That the letters are pretty much etched into the rock. There is even a faint “I” next to the “CU.” Spelling “ICU.” In this video, we tell the story of how those letters appeared and how to locate the damage. Continue reading Did you know there is a giant “CU” on the Boulder Flatirons?

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Hidden History, Historical, Legends, Stories, & History

How the Apollo 8 crew delivered an out-of-this-world message of hope during Christmas Eve

On Christmas Eve, December 24, 1968, the crew of Apollo 8 read from the Book of Genesis as they orbited the Moon. Astronauts Bill Anders, Jim Lovell, and Frank Borman were the first humans to travel to the Moon. Each read a portion of the versus as the world watched and listened in their homes on Earth. Continue reading How the Apollo 8 crew delivered an out-of-this-world message of hope during Christmas Eve

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Let’s Look at Historical Footage of Teddy Roosevelt During the Holidays – Oyster Bay 1917

In 1917, Ex-President Teddy Roosevelt was staying at the Long Island village of Oyster Bay, NY. At the time Woodrow Wilson was president. And WWI was raging on. In this short news reel, he is seen calling on Oyster Bay neighbors during Christmas in 1917. Continue reading Let’s Look at Historical Footage of Teddy Roosevelt During the Holidays – Oyster Bay 1917

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The Original Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer

Did you know that Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer originated from the department store Montgomery Ward. Rudolph made his first screen appearance in 1948 as a holiday greeting from the department store. The 1948 version was called, “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer With Christmas Greetings From Montgomery Ward.” Continue reading The Original Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer

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By State, Colorado, Colorado, Grave Hunter, Haunted & Strange Travels, Hidden History, Legends, Stories, & History, Travel

The Mysterious Story Behind the Denver Botanic Gardens

During the day the Denver Botanical Garden’s beauty surpasses the rest. Maybe because the dirt has compost like no other. Because this is the site of the long-forgotten Mount Calvary Cemetery. Continue reading The Mysterious Story Behind the Denver Botanic Gardens

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By State, Colorado, Colorado, Events, Legends, Stories, & History, Travel

The Jack O’ Lantern History

We tell the History of Jack O’ Lanterns, while visiting the event The Magic of the Jack O’ Lantern at Hudson Gardens in Colorado. So, come along with us as we walk through one of these brilliant Halloween events and talk about the history of the Jack- ‘o-Lantern and the deal that was made with the devil. Continue reading The Jack O’ Lantern History

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By State, Hidden History, Historical, Legends, Stories, & History, New Mexico, New Mexico, New Mexico, Travel

Santa Fe, New Mexico’s El Rancho de las Golondrinas

The Santa Fe New Mexico attraction El Rancho de las Golondrinas, is only 15 miles south of downtown Santa Fe, New Mexico and 45 minutes north of Albuquerque, New Mexico. The 200 acres living history ranch is the site that was once a stop on the El Camino Real and now is an immersive Southwest living history ranch of the 1700s and 1800s. Continue reading Santa Fe, New Mexico’s El Rancho de las Golondrinas

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By State, Great Outdoors, Hidden History, Historical, Legends, Stories, & History, Travel, Utah, Utah

Sego Canyon Ghost Town and Petroglyphs

Sego Canyon petroglyphs and Sego ghost town are a short drive from Hwy 70 in Utah. On our road trip to Moab, Utah, we took a short detour to Sego Ghost Town, Thompson Springs Living Ghost Town, and Sego Canyon Rock Art. Continue reading Sego Canyon Ghost Town and Petroglyphs

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Georgia, Georgia, Hidden History, Legends, Stories, & History

Savannah Georgia Tour Tidbits Learned While Exploring Savannah GA

Savannah, Georgia hidden history we learned while exploring and touring Savannah. Savannah, Georgia is a unique city to visit. Between the Spanish Moss, architectural beauty, and rich history there is truly something for everyone in Savannah. We spent several days exploring Savannah. And on our trip and tours, we learned little facts about this and that. For instance, what is Spanish Moss really? Who the heck is Casimir Pulaski? Where is the Forrest Gump bench? So come along with us as we show you tidbits we leaned about Savannah Georgia. Continue reading Savannah Georgia Tour Tidbits Learned While Exploring Savannah GA

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