A stunning aerial view of Boulder, Colorado (elevation 5,430 ft), framed by the Rocky Mountains and iconic Flatirons.

Welcome to Trivia Tuesday, your weekly dose of Boulder brilliance — one fun fact at a time.

This week’s question:
Which hit TV show from the late 1970s and early 1980s brought national attention to Boulder, Colorado, and featured an alien living in a charming Victorian home on Pine Street?

Answer:
“Mork & Mindy,” starring Robin Williams and Pam Dawber!

That’s right — Boulder, Colorado, was the official setting for the wacky, beloved sitcom Mork & Mindy, which aired from 1978 to 1982 and launched Robin Williams into stardom. The show followed Mork, an alien from the planet Ork, as he tried to understand human behavior — with plenty of laughs, rainbow suspenders, and his signature phrase, “Nanu nanu!”

Mork & Mindy’s House – Boulder, CO (Elevation: 5,430 ft)
This iconic Victorian home on Pearl Street was the backdrop for Mork & Mindy, forever linking Boulder to TV history. Nanu Nanu!

The Real Boulder Connection:
The exterior shots of Mindy’s home were filmed at 1619 Pine Street, a real Victorian house that still stands just a few blocks off Pearl Street. Fans still visit the site today, and it’s become a small pop culture landmark in Boulder. The Flatirons even made a few appearances in the opening credits!

The producers chose Boulder for its progressive vibe, its beauty, and its unique blend of small-town charm and forward-thinking energy — a perfect match for the offbeat humor of the show.

Why it matters:
This piece of TV history gave Boulder a moment in the national spotlight and showed millions of Americans what makes this city so special — its character, its creativity, and its open-minded community. In many ways, Mork & Mindy captured the soul of Boulder before it became the destination we know today.

Did you know?

• Robin Williams would often improvise large portions of his scenes, giving the show a chaotic brilliance.

• The original pilot was actually shot in Los Angeles, but producers re-filmed scenes in Boulder for authenticity.

• The show was a spin-off from Happy Days!

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