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Historic Downtown Saguache

The Town of Saguache is situated along a part of the Old Spanish Trail which follows CO 114 northwest towards Cochetopa pass. There are many registered historic sites in and around the Town including the Saguache Flour Mill which is located approximately one mile outside of town and located within the Town are: the Saguache School and Jail buildings, which house the Saguache County Museum; St. Agnes Catholic Church, and Dunn’s Block/Means & Ashley Mercantile Company. As part of an ongoing revitalization process, the downtown’s Fourth Street business district was listed on Colorado Preservation, Inc.’s Most Endangered Places 2009 List.

About this Establishment

The Saguache County Sustainable Environment & Economic Development (ScSEED 501c3) group works together as a community to develop a sustainable economy that builds on our existing strength, contributes to a strong integrated community, and protects the environment, rural lifestyle and the character of Saguache County.

Time Period Represented: 1900 to present

Hours Open: n/a

Visitor Fees: n/a

Seasons Open: n/a

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 ADA Accessibility Notes
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 Pet Friendly Notes
pets welcome
 

For More Information, Contact:

Jessica DuBoe

secretary@scseed.org
www.scseed.org
POB 102, Villa Grove, CO 81155
719.655.2775
 

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Latitude: 38.085594500
Longitude: -106.142134700
Elevation: 7708 FT (2349 M)
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