Places like Hartman Castle are more than brick and stone; they are cultural anchors that foster identity and connection across generations.
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The Economic Power of Historic Preservation
Every May, communities across the country observe Preservation Month, celebrating the places that tell the story of our past and shape our future. Here in Gunnison, Hartman Castle isn’t just a relic of local history—it’s a powerful reminder that preserving our...
Annie and Alonzo Hartman and their Historic Gunnison Home
Who are Annie and Alonzo Hartman of Gunnison, Colorado, and what is the historical significance of their 1890s home? Learn more!
The Women Behind the Colorado Cliff Dwellings Association
Who were the women behind the Colorado Cliff Dwellings Association and how did their efforts lead to the formation of Mesa Verde National Park? Keep reading to learn more about this important part of Colorado Herstory!
Preserving Colorado History One Story at a Time: “Aunt” Susan Bryan
Who is “Aunt” Susan Bryan and how does her impactful role in Colorado History relate to Gunnison’s Hartman Castle?
Walking in the shoes of Agnes Shores
This blog was written by Pamela Williams, a board member and co-founder of Hartman Castle Preservation Corporation. My last performance was a 5th-grade 4-H talent show, which, admittedly, didn’t go all that well. Now I was asked to participate in a production titled...
Keeping the Heart in Hartman: An Original Gunnison Love Story
Annie and Alonzo Hartman’s love story is one for the ages. Help us keep the heart in Hartman as we celebrate their wedding anniversary and continue raising funds for our preservation efforts!
The Power of Peer-to-Peer Fundraising: Saving Gunnison’s Hartman Castle
Here at Hartman Castle Preservation Corporation (HCPC), we are gearing up for our first year of participating in Colorado Gives Day! In an effort to make the most of our participation in Colorado Gives Day, we are focusing on peer-to-peer fundraising, which means we...
Hartman Castle Celebrates Economic Development Week!
How do preservation efforts relate to our local economic development? Read more from our blog in celebration of Economic Development Week!