Celebrating 150 years of Colorado statehood
August 1, 2026 marks 150 years since Colorado was officially made a state. To celebrate, The Colorado Sun has assembled 150 of the things that make The Centennial State so special.
What do you love about Colorado? Tell us here.
Join us in exploring the people and places that have shaped colorful Colorado over the past 150 years
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Cheers! To 150 more years.
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