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Although mining was traditionally thought of as a man’s job, the Colorado Gold Rush would not have been as prosperous without all the women in mining camps [...]
READ MORE“Pikes Peak or Bust” became the motto for the Colorado Gold Rush (formerly known as the Pikes Peak Gold Rush) Pikes Peak is the tallest mountain in [...]
READ MOREPioneering Colorado’s mountainous landscape was no easy feat With minimal supplies and broken-down wagons, many people didn’t survive the journey over [...]
READ MOREThe Colorado Gold Rush, formerly known as the Pike’s Peak Gold Rush, prospered in 1859, a decade after the California Gold Rush Word spread that gold could [...]
READ MORESummer has not waned yet—the sun is still shining on the historic town of Idaho Springs, Colorado And a summer in the mountains is all you need to feel [...]
READ MOREThe Argo in Idaho Springs - January 19th, 1943 The morning started like any other, with miners descending into the tunnel to continue their search for rare [...]
READ MOREA mining claim asserts your right to mine and collect the minerals on public lands 19 states allow you to locate and stake a claim to minerals on [...]
READ MOREWith phrases like, “She has a heart of gold Follow the golden word That was a gold mine of information! These are the golden years! Go for the gold!” [...]
READ MOREThe Beginnings Both Samuel Newhouse and Ida Stingley have quite the stories and that is one of the many reasons they play such a part in gold rush history [...]
READ MOREColorado offers an abundance of adventures intrinsic to its environment From exploring the gargantuan Rocky Mountains to dipping in the sumptuous hot springs, [...]
READ MOREWe are pleased to announce the winners of the 2nd Annual Gingerbread House Challenge, sponsored by The Mighty Argo, the Clear Creek Library District, the [...]
READ MOREColorado history is intrinsically tied to gold mining For instance, one of Colorado’s most well-known towns is literally named Golden While that example [...]
READ MOREThe Argo Mill and Tunnel’s storied history punctuates the scale of the Colorado Gold Rush and the ambitious businessmen who ravenously chased after golden [...]
READ MOREThe Argo Mill and Tunnel is the best Clear Creek destination Voted Idaho Springs’ best attraction, this shows proof of the riveting history and wonder that [...]
READ MOREHere is a Step-By-Step Guide to the Best Local Activity, Touring the Argo! Thousands of travelers search for things to do in Idaho Springs and come across [...]
READ MORESummer sure is in full swing, so it’s time to explore Colorado history by visiting the Argo Mill and Tunnel The crazy machinery and people behind the [...]
READ MOREWho was the Mysterious and Glamorous Woman Vital to Colorado Gold Mining History History buffs in Colorado know the name, Samuel Newhouse He was a [...]
READ MOREJust west of Denver in the beautiful Rocky Mountains, Idaho Springs is much more than just a stop off interstate 70 Filled with the rich history of the [...]
READ MOREDuring the Argo’s operation as a working mill, laborers would have to brave the Argo Tunnel and endure the loud and precarious conditions of the Argo Mill [...]
READ MOREBob Bowland is a co-owner of The Argo Mill & Tunnel, but simply calling him an owner does not do true justice to his connection to the site Bob is a [...]
READ MOREWe are pleased to announce the winners of the Inaugural Mighty Argo Gingerbread Challenge, sponsored by the CCCLD, Tommy Knockers Brewery, West Bound and [...]
READ MOREHappy Holidays! December is upon us, our thoughts turn to the Holidays and visions of family baking, cooking, and being together, safely and healthy during [...]
READ MOREThe Mighty Argo Cable Car Company, LLC (“ARGO”) has contracted with Leitner Poma of America (LPOA) to construct the Mighty Argo Cable Car (MACC) adjacent [...]
READ MOREHere is what we like to call the “gold standard” for panning at Argo Mills Follow these steps, and you’ll strike rich in no time! Get Some Dirt on Your [...]
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