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The Beckwith Ranch
Built by George C.
Beckwith, a wealthy ship builder from Maine, this
grand ranch was one of the largest ranching
operations in Colorado. The Beckwiths purchased this
quarter section of land registered on an 1874 land
grant signed by former president, Ulysses S. Grant.
The Friends of the Beckwith Ranch are restoring the ranch to be
used as a museum and an educational complex.
On Highway 69, North of Westcliffe.
Bishop's Castle
A most unusual attraction, this castle was built
entirely by one dedicated man. Mr. Bishop created a
pulley system that utilizes his pickup to hoist
rocks and stones to this sprawling structure.
A skilled metal worker, he has designed walkways, stairwells,
towers and a dragon that will eventually breathe
smoke.
Whether you climb on the winding walkways, explore the marvels of
the mystical castle or just admire from below, it is
a memorable stop for all ages.
Free Admission
Mission Wolf
Mission: Wolf is a remote wolf sanctuary tucked away
in the mountains of Colorado. This nonprofit
organization provides a peaceful environment for
wolves in large, fenced-in areas.
Their tours educate the public about habitat protection, the
important role they play in the wild and the dangers
of keeping wolves as pets.
13388 County Road 634 • Gardner, CO 81040
www.missionwolf.com
Westcliffe Center for the Performing
Arts Once a
rowdy saloon that entertained silver miners of the
late 1800's, the Jones Theater now hosts a variety
or productions and moviews for the enjoyment of
Custer county residents and visitors.
The theater is proudly managed by the WCPA. The nonprofit
organization presents 8 live productions each summer
as well as a full season of first run movies in the
184-seat house.
2nd & Main St. • Westcliffe, CO 81252
1-719-783-3004 •
wcpa@ris.net • www.jonestheater.com
The Old Westcliffe Schoolhouse
This beautiful stone building was built
in 1891 as a two room schoolhouse for the children
of the Settlers.
It is now home to the Valley Park Recreation & Youth Center and the
Old Westcliff Museum. This building is on the
National Register of Historical Places.
304 S. 4th St. • Westcliffe, Co 81252
1-719-783-2064
All Aboard
Westcliffe
All Aboard Westcliffe is a great first stop for your
family vacation. Working in partnership with the
National Forest Service and The Frontier Pathways
Scenic and Historic Byways, the center offers
information about surrounding areas, scenic tours,
wildlife viewing and hiking. It is also a museum and
interpretive center that features four short videos
about ranching, mining agricultural and one room
schoolhouse history. The center has acquired the D&RGW
caboose on Main St. which will be restore and
maintained as a small railroad museum.
110 Rosita Ave.
• Westcliffe, CO 81252
1-719-783-0359
The Silver Cliff Museum
Constructed in 1879 and still stands on
its original site. It is listed on the State
Historic Register and used to be the Original Silver
Cliff Town Hall & Fire Station.
606 Main St. • Silver Cliff, CO 81252
Cliff Lanes Bowling Alley
25 Main St. • Westcliffe, CO 81252
1-719-783-2031 •
sixsmgmt@centurytel.net
Hope Lutheran Church
Built in 1917 by the German Settlers, this church
houses one of the state's oldest Lutheran
congregations and is on the National Register of
Historical Places.
312 South 3rd Street • Westcliffe, CO 81252
The Westcliffe Jail (Calaboose)
Behind the Jones Theater -This was the
town's original jail. The jail which contains two
small cells, was built in 1888 at a cost of $330.
Attributing to the uncomfortable conditions, the Marshall at the
time said he rarely had repeat offenders.
The Building is on the National Register of Historical Places.
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