Skyline Drive in Canon City, Colorado is a scenic and thrilling 2.6-mile road that provides unparalleled views of the area. This one-way, narrow road follows the top of a high razorback ridge, with 450-foot drops on both sides in some places. It is not for timid drivers or those afraid of heights. But for Read More ...
In southern Park County Colorado, about 33 miles north of Canon City, just off Highway 9, Guffey is a ghost town with a twist of quirkiness, making for a fun visit. At an elevation of 8,700, this area was explored by John C. Fremont on his return from California in 1844, and some settlers are Read More ...
A house is never silent in darkness to those who listen intently; there is a whispering in distant chambers, an unearthly hand presses the snib of the window, the latch rises. Ghosts were created when the first man woke in the night. — James Matthew Barrie, “The Little Minister” Said to be one of the ten Read More ...
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I like that you are always adding material to your sight. It’s a very good website and it’s been fun to navigate and learn about the history of all the places I have visited. And thank you for the professional packaging of photos. I will continue to enjoy the artistic and historic nature of your site. Happy Trails! – Susan
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One man’s junk is another man’s nightmare? A quirky stop in Guffey, Colorado brought us an eyeful. Photo by Dave Alexander, August 2018.
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According to the 2010 Census, 5.2 million people in the United States are identified as American Indian and Alaska Native, either alone or in combination with one or more other races, comprising 1.7% percent of the total population.
As Legends of America travels across the country, we love to visit ghost towns, gathering history and taking photographs. From Bodie, California to Bloom, Kansas; Ruby, Arizona to Arena, North Dakota, we hope you enjoy a virtual tour through the ghost towns of the American West.
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If you love Route 66, enjoy coloring, and like to share with others, this book is for you! The Route 66 Postcard Coloring Book contains 20 postcards of various places along America’s Mother Road, each ready for your own artistic touch. Made in Missouri, U.S.A. For more information, visit Legends’ General Store.
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Dave and Kathy during their visit to Tombstone, AZ in 2007
Legends of America is comprised of just the two of us — Dave & Kathy, who have a love of history, travel, and a desire to share it with the world! We have several others who have contributed along the way and always welcome more.
Though we are a small Mom & Pop “shop”, we have decades of customer service & business experience between the two us — in both large and small organizations. With an entrepreneurial dream, we launched Legends of America in 2003.
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Muito bom esse site uma leitura cheio aventura e misterio históricas e verdadeiro é facinante viajar nos tempos históricos lendo esses relatos
Dave & Cathy vocês são verdadeiros escritores, meus parabéns.
I just can not get enough of reading the place’s, things you have done, History you have found,
Pictures, and many more history that you share with us all.
Great web site, very informative and interesting and always look forward to reading your articles. Keep it up.Gonna be purchasing some of your books soon.
Muito bom esse site uma leitura cheio aventura e misterio históricas e verdadeiro é facinante viajar nos tempos históricos lendo esses relatos
Dave & Cathy vocês são verdadeiros escritores, meus parabéns.
I just can not get enough of reading the place’s, things you have done, History you have found,
Pictures, and many more history that you share with us all.
Kathy and I are glad you found us Everett!
Great web site, very informative and interesting and always look forward to reading your articles. Keep it up.Gonna be purchasing some of your books soon.
Thanks Stephen, we appreciate the kind words and support!