Its hard to believe that we’re already at mid-July. School is just around the corner for many families, so it’s the perfect time for a last-minute weekend getaway. Many in this part of the world may be taking I-70 to the mountains. That makes this the right time to talk about the little gem that is hiding on the north side of Burlington, Colorado!
The town, which sits beside I-70, is home to the Kit Carson County Carousel. I’m ashamed to admit, I only discovered it a few years ago after traveling plenty of times west on I-70 (in my defense, usually the wrong time of day/year!). The carousel sits on the north side of town, but it is worth the short drive to get out and stretch a little and see this beautiful piece of art.
So what is so special about this carousel you might ask? Well, according to the website, it dates back to 1905. The horses are hand carved from wood, contain original paint, and there are only a few hand carved carousels left in operation! There are other great facts, but I don’t want to spoil the fun! You can look them up here, or better yet, go see it for yourself!
The experience is worth way more than the $0.25/ride and $1 admission to the museum, but I’m thankful it is so economical so my family can enjoy multiple rides and a trip to the museum per visit! The museum is well done and informative but is short enough to return to one’s travels in a timely manner. Make sure to call ahead or check the website for the carousel’s schedule so you can time your visit efficiently if you are on a tight schedule.
Have you visited as well? Let me know which beautiful animal is your favorite in the comments section!
(Under the Flyover Sky is not responsible for any aspect of your travels, but merely offers suggestions of things to do along the way.)