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Golden
The City of Golden is a unique community featuring easy access to both Denver and the Rocky Mountains, while maintaining its own identity as a close-knit community with historic roots.
Golden has a rich culture steeped in its roots as a mining town, but the community has also grown into a progressive, unique city full of economic diversity and opportunity. With 20 miles of trails and 377 acres of open space, Golden is known for its outdoor recreation and is a destination spot for those in Colorado and throughout the world.
Whatever your age, energy level, or interest, you won’t be bored in Golden. We are a playground for all ages! Whatever your style, we’ve got an activity for you, whether it’s road cycling, mountain biking, white water kayaking, fine dining, shopping, visiting museums or just relaxing in a park by the creek. And every activity comes with a beautiful backdrop. We guarantee it!
If you can’t find something fun to do in Golden, you haven’t stepped outside your door!
“Golden is thrilled to once again be a host city for the USA Pro Cycling Challenge,” said Mayor Jacob Smith. “This exceptional sporting event will showcase the beauty of Golden, the other host cities and the entire state of Colorado.”
-Jacob Smith, Mayor of Golden
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Chihuly Venetians
Date; April 7 through June 30
Time: Wednesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Saturday & Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: Foothills Art Center 809 15th St.
Short Description: See an exclusive selection of Venetian inspired pieces from world-renowned glass artist, Dale Chihuly. This exhibition showcases over 45 works from Chihuly’s most innovative and unusual series inspired by art deco Venetian art. The highlight of the exhibition is the famous Laguna Murano Chandelier that has five elements with over 1500 separate pieces of glass.
Golden Glass - Colorado Glass Works and Early Coors Bottles
Date: April 22 through Sept. 28
Time: Wednesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sunday, noon to 4:30 p.m.
Location: Golden History Center 923 10th St., Golden
Short Description: Rarely seen blown-glass dating to the late 1800s, featuring artifacts made at the Colorado Glass Works plant, which operated in Golden, CO from 1887-1888. Included are rare and highly sought-after bottles that are on loan from Dan Mayo and Glen Preble of the Antique Bottle Collectors of Colorado, and from Richard Gardner. Also on view will be glass novelty canes from the City of Golden Collection, as well as early pharmacy, soda, and Coors beer bottles.
Golden Farmer’s Market
Date: Saturdays, June 2 through Oct. 6 (excluding July 28)
Time: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Location: 10th and Illinois streets Next to the library
Short Description: Support Colorado farmers and merchants every Saturday in Golden.
Golden's award-winning Farmers' Market offers a variety of fresh fruits and veggies, frozen fish and meats, fresh breads, canned condiments and sweets, locally-made wines, plus wonderful pasta and unique cooking ingredients. We even offer restaurant vendors, live music and free horse-drawn carriage rides.
Golden History Museums
Golden History Museums, comprised of the Golden History Center, the Astor House and Clear Creek History Park (CCHP), connect people to the history of Golden through innovative exhibits, dynamic programs and historic collections. The Golden History Center is the foremost place to learn about Golden’s rich history, with both static and rotating exhibits. The Astor House was a boarding and rooming house from 1867 until 1971, serving legislators, miners and students. It also had one of the first bathtubs in Golden and is on the National Register of Historic Places. CCHP educates people about the harsh, difficult pioneer life in and around Golden. Relive the experience by exploring the blacksmith shop, log cabins, hay barn, root cellar and the one-room schoolhouse. Nearby, the Colorado Railroad Museum and the American Mountaineering Museum provide exceptional museum experiences, as well.
The Coors Brewery
The City of Golden is home to the world’s largest single site brewery. The smell of hops mingles with the clean mountain air and Clear Creek runs right into the home of MillerCoors. The Coors Brewery was established here in 1873 by German immigrant Adolph Coors. See and taste traditional brewing at the foot of the Rocky Mountains. A tour of the brewery showcases the company’s history and passion for brewing and includes a 30-minute self-paced tour highlighting the malting, brewing and packaging processes. Cool off in the “fresh beer room," where visitors can sip a cold sample and rest on ice-cube benches in a refrigerated room. At the end of the tour, view old photos, neons, historical beer cans, bottles and memorabilia, and take the opportunity to sample their refreshing products.
Fossil Trace Golf Club
Fossil Trace Golf Club is one of the area’s premier public golf courses. In its short history, the golf course has enjoyed tremendous success and is considered one the finest golf courses and golf experiences in Colorado. The golf course opened in 2003, approximately 64 million years after the first dinosaurs walked where holes 11 through 15 now sit. Triceratops footprints and other prehistoric creatures’ fossils can be viewed adjacent to the 12th green. Located just inside the main doors of the clubhouse is an exhibit that details the rich history of the property and shares information about the dinosaur tracks and other impressive fossils uncovered on the golf course. In addition to prehistoric relics, several massive remnants of clay mining equipment can be seen throughout the golf course’s layout. Each piece is a reminder of the rich history of the property and adds to the award winning golf experience.
Colorado School of Mines
Colorado School of Mines (CSM) is a public research university devoted to engineering and applied science. It has the highest admissions standards of any public university in Colorado and among the highest of any public university in the U.S. The CSM campus features beautifully renovated historical architecture, as well as award-winning new state-of-the-art buildings. Visitors can view displays of rocks, gems and minerals in the school’s geology museum. CSM maintains one of the country’s oldest mountain monograms. Perched on Mount Zion above the campus, every evening, the stone monument of the school’s “M” logo is illuminated (these days, with energy efficient light bulbs) and can be seen from miles away.
Buffalo Bill Cody
Buffalo Bill was one of the most colorful figures from the American old west and his likeness greets visitors as they enter downtown Golden. His grave is located on Lookout Mountain just above Golden and is a major attraction in the area. The quaint museum next to it is worth a stop. While you are up on Lookout Mountain, stop by the Lookout Mountain Nature Center and Preserve and the 1917 Boettcher Mansion. Buffalo Bill Days is held every July in Golden and is one of the largest community festivals in the area. The event draws many people from surrounding communities who enjoy bringing their families to a wholesome, small-town community event.
The National Renewable Energy Laboratory
The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) is the only federal laboratory dedicated to the research, development, commercialization and deployment of renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies. NREL began operating in 1977 as the Solar Energy Research Institute. It was designated a national laboratory of the U.S. Department of Energy in 1991 and its name changed to NREL. The Visitors Center at NREL showcases technologies that can save energy, create jobs, and generate clean electricity and fuels from plentiful domestic, carbon-free sources. The Visitors Center itself is a model for energy-efficient design. Visitors can take a self-guided tour through the interactive exhibit hall and learn about energy from the sun, wind, biomass, hydrogen, and other sources of renewable energy. Find out how scientists capture alternative energy resources to produce electricity and fuels, investigate advanced vehicles, see utility-scale wind turbine components and learn more about small-scale wind and solar power.
The Hampton Inn
Set in the business district of Golden, Colorado, the Hampton Inn-Denver West/Golden is a convenient choice. It is also located close to the Red Rocks Amphitheater, Coors Brewery, the Colorado School of Mines and other attractions in the area. The location provides easy access to both Denver and Boulder.
This low rise hotel has four floors offering 121 guestrooms, equipped with wireless Internet access, pay movies, air conditioning, and premium cable channels. Bathrooms have a hair dryer and are provided with complimentary toiletries. Rooms also have a microwave and refrigerator. Guests are entitled to a complimentary hot and cold breakfast.
Table Mountain Inn
At Table Mountain Inn, you’ll find the spirit of the West, the splendor of the Rocky Mountains, and warm western hospitality combined in one extraordinary hotel located just 15 minutes from Denver and with easy access to Boulder. Table Mountain Inn welcomes you with traditional Southwestern décor, modern amenities and excellent service.
Enjoy our on-site fitness center or a complimentary guest pass to the nearby Golden Community Center. The award-winning Table Mountain Grill and Cantina serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and a popular weekend brunch. Guests also enjoy complimentary high speed Internet and a pet-friendly environment.
At Table Mountain Inn, you will have easy access to all of the pre-race and race day events during Golden’s Stage 6 Start of the 2012 USA Pro Cycling Challenge! You would have to be in the race to get closer to the action!
The Golden Hotel
The award winning Golden Hotel, overlooking scenic Clear Creek and the Rocky Mountain Foothills, is conveniently located in the heart of historic downtown Golden, Colorado, just 12 miles from Denver and with easy access to Boulder. The mountain lodge ambiance will instantly put you at ease and the full-service amenities are designed to meet the needs of both business and leisure travelers to Golden and Denver. Enjoy creekside or in-room dining, complimentary local shuttle Monday through Friday, 24-hour business center, free high speed Internet access and a well equipped fitness center. The Golden Hotel is also pet friendly!
At The Golden Hotel, you will have easy access to all of the pre-race and race day events during Golden’s Stage 6 Start of the 2012 USA Pro Cycling Challenge! You would have to be in the race to get closer to the action!
Grappa Mediterranean Bistro and Cafe
Grappa is a friendly, exciting restaurant featuring dishes with French flair and a lovely creekside patio.
Woody's Wood-Fired Pizza
The Original Woody’s Wood-Fired Pizza is a family owned and operated restaurant offering patrons “so much more than just great pizza!” If you’re looking for friendly service, quality foods, and a fun dining experience, come to Woody’s in Golden for an unbeatable value
Old Capitol Grill
Capitol Grill is located in one of Colorado's most historic buildings, the first capitol building of the Colorado territory. All American cuisine in a casual, fun environment.
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