Mapleton Hill: Boulder’s Architectural Treasure Trove If you’ve ever strolled down Mapleton Avenue and found yourself stopped in your tracks, chances are you were admiring the McInnes House at 1020 Mapleton Avenue. With its striking columns and timeless design, it’s one of Boulder’s most iconic homes—and for good reason. A Boulder Landmark Since 1905Built in […]

Boulder has a very interesting architectural history, especially the university campus. We will touch on some defining Boulder architectural projects which you have probably seen around town. Next time you’re out and about, maybe you’ll encounter some of these oh-so-Boulder building projects. The University Campus Of course we cannot skim Boulder’s architectural past without bringing […]

Mt. Sanitas has always been one of my favorite hiking areas. I grew up near the Goat Trail, which is an alternative path that some people use to access Sanitas, but I decided to use the more widely-used trailhead on Mapleton Avenue when I went to visit last week. Sanitas is a gorgeous mountain. It’s the crème […]

Boulder, Colorado has a reputation for being a fairly diverse city, with a variety of different neighborhoods that cater to different lifestyles and interests. However, the level of diversity can vary depending on the specific neighborhood. Overall, Boulder is a predominantly white city, with approximately 84% of the population identifying as white. However, there are […]

On January 1st, 2013, one of Boulder’s most beloved animals was shot and killed by police officer Sam Carter. The Mapleton Elk, a common visitor of Boulder’s Mapleton Hill area, was once considered a “guardian” by some residents of the neighborhood. After a few hours of discussing the matter, the Boulder County jury came to […]