Sun, Mar 06
|Warwick
Colorado Railroad Museum and Astor House Tour
Explore Golden, Colorado with us by learning more about the railroad industry and the historic Astor House hotel.
Time & Location
Mar 06, 2022, 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM MST
Warwick, 1776 Grant St, Denver, CO 80203, USA
About the event
We are thrilled to be a part of the Colorado Council of Professional Archaeology annual conference this year! Community Connections is hosting a visit to the Colorado Railroad Museum and the historical Astor House hotel in Golden, Colorado. We will be sharing stories of early Golden and allowing guests some time to explore downtown. Lunch is on your own.
If you choose to take the provided transportation, the starting and ending point for the tour will be at the Warwick hotel. If you choose to travel on your own, please be at the Colorado Railroad Museum no later than 10:15 AM.
Pre-registration is required at $60.00/person or $75.00/person with transportation.
Schedule
1 hourTravel to Golden
1 hourColorado Railroad Museum
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