Roots of Wellness: How Boulder Became a Hub for Healing Long before Boulder, Colorado, was known for its yoga studios, farmers markets, and green juice cafés, it held a different kind of health reputation—a reputation that helped define the city’s culture for generations to come. In the late 19th century, the American Southwest became a […]

Nestled in the picturesque landscapes of Boulder, Colorado lies a forgotten relic of the past – the Boulder Sanitarium. Despite its significant role in the history of Boulder, the story of this institution has largely faded into obscurity. Join us as we embark on a journey to uncover the untold history of the Boulder Sanitarium […]

Boulder has been a health-conscious haven since at least 1896, when Dr. John Harvey Kellogg, of cereal fame, established the Colorado Sanitarium at 4th and Mapleton. After being founded by Dr. Kellogg, the institution was a resort and health spa administered by the Seventh Day Adventist Church at the time. He promoted natural foods by […]