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1. On August 7, 1876, Colorado became the 38th state in the Union.
2. In 1952, a Continental Airlines plane crashed into a mountain near Loveland Pass, killing all 50 passengers and crew members on board.
3. The Peak to Peak Highway, a scenic byway in Colorado that spans over 55 miles, was completed on August 7, 1918.
4. August 7, 1930, marked the grand opening of Red Rocks Amphitheatre, a world-renowned outdoor concert venue situated in the foothills west of Denver.
5. In 1987, the Holy Cross Wilderness Area was established in central Colorado, covering over 122,000 acres and protecting the pristine alpine environment and wildlife in the region.
5 Fun Facts About August 7 In Colorado History
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