Outdoor Ethics
Summer is here, and we’ve been stuck at home for months. Along with the fact that thousands of new residents …
Colorado State Publications Blog
The Colorado State Publications Library provides Coloradans FREE permanent public access to state government documents.
Time Machine Tuesday: Colorado in the Cold War
Seventy-five years ago this week, on July 16, 1945, the United States conducted its first nuclear detonation at the Trinity …
Watch Out for Unemployment Fraud
High numbers of people filing unemployment insurance claims has led to increased fraud and identity theft. Even if you didn’t …
Colorado State Parks: Crawford
Located in western Colorado not far from the Black Canyon of the Gunnison is Crawford State Park. The majority of …
Fire Bans, Burning Restrictions, and Fireworks in Colorado
As we head into the 4th of July weekend, be aware that many counties currently have fire restrictions in place. …
Time Machine Tuesday: Furnishing a 1920s House
Furnishing a house is more than just putting furniture into it, says What’s What in the House, a 1924 publication …
June 22-28, 2020 is National Pollinator Week
Did you know that about one third of the foods we eat are dependent on pollinators? Not only that, but …
Colorado Farm Fresh Directory Now Available
It’s officially summer, and that means fresh fruits and vegetables and homemade goodies are for sale at farmers’ markets across …
How to Help Injured Wildlife
Here in Colorado, we share our state with a wide variety of wildlife species. As our human population grows and …
Home Energy Tips
Looking for ways to improve your home’s energy efficiency? Take a look at Your Energy Colorado, a video series from …
What is this Strange Spring Weather Doing to Your Trees, Yard and Garden?
Between last weekend’s wild winds, and the effects of a late freeze in April, this spring has been extra tough …
Time Machine Tuesday: Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park
This year marks the 105th anniversary of Rocky Mountain National Park, as well as the 115th anniversary of the original …
Christo’s Colorado Art
The artist Christo, known for his sweeping outdoor installations, passed away this week at age 84. Colorado’s mountains and rivers …
Time Machine Tuesday: Agnes Wright Spring
New to the library’s digital collection is Denver’s Historic Markers, Memorials, Statues, and Parks (1959). But even more interesting than …
Colorado Historic Properties on the State and National Registers
The State Publications Library often receives questions about historically designated properties, including how to determine whether a property is designated, …
Economic Downturns and Unemployment in Colorado
Colorado has weathered many economic crises, from the Panic of 1893 to the Great Recession of 2007-2009, and now, the …
Colorado Governors: Alva Adams
Continuing our series on Colorado’s chief executives, we now turn to Alva Adams, whose multiple terms as governor were characterized …
Where to Find State Budget Information
With the perilous economic situation brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, the State of Colorado’s budget is facing a multi-billion …
Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
Warmer weather means motorcycles are hitting the road. With the heavy increase in traffic in our state over the past …
Time Machine Tuesday: The Mount St. Helens Eruption
This spring marks the 40th anniversary of the volcanic activity at Mount St. Helens, which culminated in a major eruption …