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| BookstoreThe Old Colorado City Historical Society proudly offers a wide selection of history books ranging in variety from local history to greater Western history. We also carry some hard-to-find local history books.
Award WinningIn 2012 Old Colorado City Historical Society won the Carolyn Bancroft Award from the Colorado Historical Society (History Colorado) for publishing Geologic Folio, Red Rock Canyon Open Space by Ken Weissenburger, Sharon Milito and Don Ellis. In 2017, OCCHS won the EXCELLENCE Award from the Historic Preservation Alliance of Colorado Springs for publishing the Rankin Scott Kelly: First Sheriff of El Paso County by John Wesley Anderson.  Published BooksAs part of fulfilling our Mission Statement of preserving history, the Historical Society helps facilitate local Colorado history authors in publishing books pertaining to the history of Colorado. Please note that some of these are now out-of-print, but available in our research library. Some of these books include: Rankin Scott Kelly: First Sheriff of El Paso County by John Wesley Anderson Remembering Westword: a compilation of 25 years of research regarding Colorado City (out of print) My First Trip to Colorado by Jennie Lee Caduff - A look at early El Paso County at the turn of the century through the eyes of a visiting tourist (out of print) Ute Indian Prayer Trees of the Pikes Peak Region by John Anderson - studies of culturally modified trees in the local area. |
Books We Carry
A small selection of books we carry
Please check out our bookstore for a full inventory of around 100 Colorado history books!
Bars & Brass Rails: The Story of Ramona, ColoradoDavid O. Swint Jr. What is now a quaint Westside neighborhood hides a secret seedy history. When Colorado City went dry, saloonkeepers simply started their own town just outside of city limits. |
Brothels, Bordellos, & Bad Girls: Prostitution in Colorado 1860-1930Jan MacKell Collins One of our bestselling books on the history of prostitution in our area. Features large sections devoted to Old Colorado City's very own red light district and the ladies who worked there. |
Chipeta: Ute PeacemakerCynthia S. Becker Learn the story behind one of the the most well-respected and beloved Ute leaders. Wife of Chief Ouray, Chipeta guided her people through turbulent times and worked to maintain peace. |
Colorado Springs: The Most Significant SItes in the CityHeath A. Gay Tour the town through a series of photos taken through the lense of a historian's prospective. Discover hidden historic sites where you least expect them. |
Easy Hikes to the Hidden PastRocky Shockley & T. Duren Jones Explore the history of the Pikes Peak Region on easy, fun, and family-friendly hikes to historic landmarks and sites. |
Haunted Manitou SpringsStephanie Waters Mysteries, legends, and hauntings have made Manitou one of the most popular sites for paranormal-enthusiasts in our area. Learn why. |
Historic Colorado City: A Town With A FutureDorothy Aldridge Follow the history of Colorado City from small pioneer town, to industrial center, to beloved Colorado Springs neighborhood. |
In & Around Old Colorado City: A Walking TourCathleen Norman Enjoy several walking tours through different neighborhoods of Old Colorado City, with sites focusing on history and interesting architecture. |
Ghosts of Colorado Springs and Pikes PeakStephanie Waters Uncover the legends, haunted locations, and mysterious tales that have lingered throughout the Pikes Peak region for generations. |
Law and Disorder in Colorado City 1859-1917Barbara J. Barbaro With over twenty saloons and a red light district, it's no wonder Colorado City was a wild town. Learn about the crimes that happened here and the men who attempted to keep the peace. |
Memories of a Lifetime in the Pikes Peak RegionIrving Howbert A firsthand account of early life and development in El Paso County. It offers personal recollections of settlement, frontier challenges, and the later growth of the area. |
My Life as a Whore: The Biography of Madam Laura Evens 1871-1953Tracy Beach An intimate historical-fiction novel based on years of research into the life of the real Madam Laura Evans of Leadville and Salida. |
Native American Prayer Trees of ColoradoJohn Wesley Anderson Explores the history, cultural significance, and interpretations of prayer trees in Native American tradition. It examines how these unique bent trees served as spiritual markers and points of meaning across the landscape. |
Colorado City History: Through the Eyes of the IrisSuzanne Schorsch View the history of Colorado City as its citizens once did—through its newspapers. Surviving issues offer a vivid window into everyday life and major events as they unfolded. |
Tunnel Tales of Old Colorado CityLeo Knudson, Sharon Swint, Suzanne Schorsch Were there really tunnels under Colorado Avenue? Find out the details in this book put together by Old Colorado City Historical Society volunteers who have crawled through many of the basements along the avenue! |
Wicked Old Colorado City: Colorado Springs' Wild WestsideJan MacKell Collins This book covers all of the rough-and-tumble history of Old Colorado City you could ever want. Saloons, brothels, murders, and even the beloved Thunder & Buttons and their colorful owner Prairie Dog O'Byrne. |
Donation Books
| Get a book for any donation!We offer a selection of used books for of a donation of your choice. These can include everything from brand new bestsellers to used copies of our history books. We have history books, childrens, romance, biography, mystery, fantasy, and everything in between. 📖📖📖 If you have books you'd like to donate - please call or stop in to talk to a bookstore clerk. |
| CONTACT Old Colorado City Historical Society 1 S 24th St, Colorado Springs, CO 80904 (719) 636-1225 | HOURS Summer Tuesday - Saturday | 11-4pm Winter Tuesday - Saturday | 11-2pm |
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