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Colorado Experience

Spencer & Julie Penrose

Rocky Mountain PBS’ flagship history series, explores the people, places, and events that have shaped Colorado’s rich heritage. Each episode aims to bring history to life, offering fresh perspectives that foster a deeper sense of connection and community among Coloradans.

Spencer & Julie Penrose

Season 1 Episode 105 | 26m 53s | CC

Spencer Penrose came West in the late 1880s and made a fortune in gold and silver mining, establishing himself as one of Colorado’s most prominent businessmen and entrepreneurs. He married Julie Villiers Lewis in 1906 and together the couple made their mark on Colorado through landmarks such as the Broadmoor Hotel and the Will Rogers Shrine of the Sun.

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