In 1876, Colorado’s new public university in Boulder stood finished but empty

By: Chase Woodruff

Outlets: Colorado Newsline

Published: January 16, 2026

Words: 964

Last Updated: 1 month ago

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On the morning of Jan. 15, 1876, the town of Boulder’s leading citizens gathered at the train depot to welcome a special passenger car carrying Colorado Gov. John Routt and about 50 other dignitaries from the territorial capital, who had been invited to inspect the future site of the soon-to-be state’s flagship university.

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