Telluride

A Silver Past, A Golden Future

[Collection A SILVER PAST, A GOLDEN FUTURE]

Telluride: A Silver Past, a Golden Future is the story of how a pure and pristine valley has transformed into a 21st-century resort destination.

This book contains recollections from old-time residents, myths handed down through generations, and photographs documenting the life, work, and pastimes of the people who settled in Telluride. It is a colorful story filled with daring prospectors, hard-working immigrants, and painted ladies from its mining days.

Skiing began as a utilitarian method of getting around in the snow, brought to Telluride by its Scandinavian settlers. It became a recreation for a small, isolated community in a spectacular box canyon surrounded by soaring mountain peaks. As time moved forward, skiing became the hope for a golden future.

The creation of the Telluride Ski Resort has established the town as one of the top ski destinations in the U.S. In addition, Telluride has become a venue for many well-respected and well-attended festivals during the summer months.

An eclectic assortment of graphics including antique prints, historical photos, old paper memorabilia, paintings, maps, and vintage postcards illustrate this metamorphosis.

An Extra: Inside, you will find 18 postcards to pull out, send to friends, or share with family. They will help you to remember Telluride.

Telluride

A Silver Past,
A Golden Future

[Collection A SILVER PAST,
A GOLDEN FUTURE]

Telluride: A Silver Past, a Golden Future is the story of how a pure and pristine valley has transformed into a 21st-century resort destination.

This book contains recollections from old-time residents, myths handed down through generations, and photographs documenting the life, work, and pastimes of the people who settled in Telluride. It is a colorful story filled with daring prospectors, hard-working immigrants, and painted ladies from its mining days.

Skiing began as a utilitarian method of getting around in the snow, brought to Telluride by its Scandinavian settlers. It became a recreation for a small, isolated community in a spectacular box canyon surrounded by soaring mountain peaks. As time moved forward, skiing became the hope for a golden future.

The creation of the Telluride Ski Resort has established the town as one of the top ski destinations in the U.S. In addition, Telluride has become a venue for many well-respected and well-attended festivals during the summer months.

An eclectic assortment of graphics including antique prints, historical photos, old paper memorabilia, paintings, maps, and vintage postcards illustrate this metamorphosis.

An Extra: Inside, you will find 18 postcards to pull out, send to friends, or share with family. They will help you to remember Telluride.