This Weld County municipality in northern Colorado was named after the famous American newspaper editor Horace Greeley, who advocated westward migration with his “Go west, young man” catchphrase. Although Greeley was founded on farming and agriculture, they were also in step with all the pioneering technology available even before it was a declared an official city in 1886. The town had telephones by 1883, electric lights downtown by 1886, automobiles by 1910 and built Greeley Municipal Airport by 1928. Greeley also had one of the first radio stations to broadcast in the US in 1922. You can explore some of Greeley’s early-1900s history with a trip to Centennial Village. The eastern portion of the park captures the rural west during the territorial period through the early-1900s.mNext, head to the homes of the immigrants who make-up the region’s diverse cultures and immerse yourself in their fascinating history of perseverance. Finally, head west across the park and enjoy Hanna’s Square, the beautiful gardens, and grand homes of Greeley’s past that await you.
Also visit Meeker Home to learn about the founding family of Greeley and Nathan Meeker’s vision for a utopian community. Railroad enthusiasts should make tracks for The Greeley Freight Station Museum, which has a 5,500 square foot HO gauge model railroad layout, more than 20 scale miles of mainline track, hundreds of buildings and thousands of hand-made trees and scenery. The museum also houses more than 1,100 railroad artifacts from across the United States. For miles of the best panoramic northeastern Colorado views as well as the area’s wildlife, make time to hike or bike Poudre River Trail. When you’re ready to take your picture postcard perfect vacation, remember that you’ll have a convenient location to all the options you want when you stay at one of our Choice Hotels in Greeley, CO. Book a room online now!