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Explore Local History at Museum

If you love local history, or want to know more about it, check out the Windows into History Tours at the Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum, at 1 p.;m. every Tuesday, 11 a.m. every Friday and noon and 1 p.m. on Saturdays. Tours are FREE but you need to RSVP to make sure a tour guide […]

Posted by Linda on April 2, 2018 | Updated March 28, 2018 Filed Under: Attractions · History

Start Your Family Tree

There’s an old saying, attributed to various individuals, “Every time an old person dies it’s like a library burning down.” It’s so true — all the information, stories, people who can identify people and places in photos, etc. are lost. For those of us who waited too long, it’s a much more research-based process,, though […]

Posted by Linda on January 29, 2018 | Updated January 21, 2018 Filed Under: History · Miscellaneous · Personal growth

Explore Pioneers Museum with History Tours

It’s one thing to walk into a museum and wander around on your own; it’s an entirely different experience to have someone put into context what you are seeing with a little explanation. That’s the idea behind the new Windows on History Tours at the Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum. Join a tour guide every Saturday  to learn more about […]

Posted by Linda on June 8, 2015 | Updated July 8, 2015 Filed Under: Arts & Culture · Attractions · History

Springs Has Bountiful Free Attractions for Locals, Visitors

Taking a staycation this year, or entertaining relatives? Colorado Springs, at the foot of America’s mountain – Pikes Peak – offers many FREE attractions. Here is a sampler: Garden of the Gods. A city park worthy of national recognition, its stunning red sandstone eruptions, spires and hogbacks make a scenic setting for a leisurely stroll. […]

Posted by Linda on August 14, 2014 | Updated January 13, 2016 Filed Under: Attractions · Family fun · History · Nature/outdoors · Travel

Springs Has Lots of Cheap Attractions — Big Bang for Your Buck

Colorado Springs has many free attractions – including its pervasive natural beauty and bounty of parks. You can hike, bike, climb rocks and enjoy scenic drives. But it also has some attractions that are cheap for what you get. Included are: The Money Museum: Founded by the American Numismatic Association, the Money Museum is one […]

Posted by Linda on August 13, 2014 | Updated August 13, 2014 Filed Under: Arts & Culture · Attractions · Family fun · History · Nature/outdoors

Snag a Copy of Free Visitors’ Guide to Pikes Peak Region

If you have family or friends  coming to visit this summer, you need to grab a copy of the new visitors’ guide to the Pikes Peak region. Your FREE copy is just a click away — in fact,  CLICK HERE.  The guide outlines local attractions, gives you current prices on admission (some are FREE) and other […]

Posted by Linda on June 19, 2014 | Updated June 17, 2014 Filed Under: Arts & Culture · Attractions · Consumer Advice · Coupons · Dining out · Entertainment · Family fun · History · Lodging Deals · Nature/outdoors · Retail bargains · Safety · shopping · Sporting Events · Travel

Plan a Staycation for Cheap Family Fun This Summer

Want a cheap vacation? Stay home! Hotel bills, gas and meals on the road can be the most expensive part of the annual family vacation.  There’s so much FREE and CHEAP stuff to do in the Pikes Peak Region, there’s no need to go elsewhere to have fun. You can hike in Garden of the Gods, […]

Posted by Linda on June 19, 2014 | Updated June 17, 2014 Filed Under: Arts & Culture · Attractions · Family fun · History · Holidays · Kids and teens · Literary · Nature/outdoors · Travel

Springs ‘Insiders Guide’ Covers a Wealth of Information

Looking for something to give to newcomers to Colorado Springs?  Give them a gift of information.  Get them (0r yourself) a copy of the “Insider’s Guide to Colorado Springs,”  by Linda DuVal (yours truly) and Marty Banks. The book retails for $18.95 but includes a wealth of  information. It’s available at Barnes & Noble and the Garden of the Gods […]

Posted by Linda on February 25, 2014 | Updated February 20, 2014 Filed Under: Arts & Culture · Attractions · Dance · Dining out · Education · Entertainment · Family fun · Groceries · Health · History · Kids and teens · Literary · Lodging Deals · Miscellaneous · Music · Nature/outdoors · Sporting Events · Travel

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