PARK COUNTY LOCAL HISTORY
FAIRPLAY, CO
Park County Local History in Fairplay CO dates back to the mid-1800s when gold miners and prospectors came to the area seeking their fortune. The town of Fairplay was established in 1859, and quickly became a hub of activity. The population of Park County rose from just a few hundred in 1860 to over 3,000 by the end of the decade.
The local economy was supported by mining, ranching, and tourism. The railroad also played a major role in the growth of Park County. The Denver, South Park & Pacific line arrived in 1879 and linked Fairplay to the rest of Colorado. The town blossomed into a hub of business and commerce.
In the late 1800s, Park County was home to several different industries, including saw mills, ice production, and hotels. The Denver & Rio Grande Western Railroad was built in the early 1900s, connecting Park County to the rest of the state. In the 1920s, the ski industry began to take off, and the town of Fairplay became a popular destination for winter recreation.
Today, Park County is still a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Visitors can explore the area’s history and enjoy the nearby mountains, rivers, and lakes. Fairplay is home to the South Park City Museum, which showcases the area’s past. Park County also boasts a number of historic sites, including old mining camps, cabins, and old stagecoach roads.
PARK COUNTY LOCAL HISTORY is a Uncategorized or General Museum in FAIRPLAY CO. US MID #8400800289
The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mount Plains (Colorado, Kansas, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming).
Contact PARK COUNTY LOCAL HISTORY
- telephone: 7198364910
PARK COUNTY LOCAL HISTORY ARCHIVES
PO BOX 99
FAIRPLAY
CO
80440-0099
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PARK COUNTY LOCAL HISTORY Information
| MID # | 8400800289 |
| Name | PARK COUNTY LOCAL HISTORY ARCHIVES |
| Alternate Name | PARK COUNTY LOCAL HISTORY |
| Classification | Uncategorized or General Museums, , Mount Plains |
| Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) | 450561986 |
| NTEECC | A50 |
| Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) | 201212 |
| INCOME | 0 |
| REVENUE | 0 |
| LAT/LONG | 39.176776, -105.940758 |
| CODES | FIPS State Code: 08 FIPS County Code: 093 US Census Tract: 000400 US Census Block: 1200 |