Burlington Colorado Tourism

One of Burlington’s greatest assets is an unsurpassed quality of life. Burlington is a land of diverse cultural, civic and recreational offerings, with historic Old Town and Kit Carson County Carousel serving as fascinating diversions.

Old Town, a re-created turn-of-the-century town, is located in the heart of Burlington. This 6.5 acre complex recreates the plains lifestyles with twenty fully restored historical buildings, housed with authentic area artifacts. Let Old Town transport you back in time.

Nestled in the heart of Colorado’s Central Plains, Old Town Museum embodies “Life In The Past Lane”. The 6 ½ acre historic site includes 21 fully restored buildings with authentic artifacts from the turn-of-the-century. Easily accessible from I-70 near the Colorado/Kansas border, Old Town Museum celebrates local agriculture, history, and heritage.

Special Interactive Exhibits offer children a unique opportunity to learn first-hand about pioneer life on the Colorado prairie. Visit the old fashioned soda fountain and relive the era of the soda jerk. Get a creamy hand dipped ice cream treat.

The Old Town Emporium is a Shoppers Delight… Nearly 2,000 square feet of hand-crafted collectibles, gifts, keepsakes and souvenirs. On weekends ride the Old Town Express, a horse drawn wagon, to the Kit Carson County Carousel. This majestic hand carved Arabian pony and his 45 wooden friends march to the tunes of a Wurlitzer Monster Military Band Organ on the Kit Carson County Carousel located on the Fairgrounds at Burlington. The carousel was carved by the Philadelphia Toboggan Company in 1905 and is now a National Historic Landmark. It has been fully restored to its original splendor and operates from 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. from Memorial Day to Labor Day.

Private tours are available on a year-round basis with a minimum of two weeks notice. Additional information can be obtained by writing the Kit Carson County Carousel Association, P.O. Box 28, Stratton CO 80836.

Bonny State Recreation Area is only 18 miles away which offers great fishing and boating, and hunting is offered throughout the entire county. Check into one of Burlington’s seven accommodations and enjoy the hometown hospitality. Try some great country cooking at the many food establishments. There is something for the entire family, enjoy the “Best of the West” in Colorado’s eastern plains!

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