Not all suburbs of Denver, Colorado have unique histories, but the town of Littleton

absolutely has its own tale. Unlike Denver, with its skyline dotted with high-rises, Littleton´s historic downtown region has streets lined with lovely trees and several historical buildings. However, being able to get to Denver remains relatively easy not only by car but by either hiking or biking along the trail that is located alongside the

. Amply located on a 14-acre plot adjacent to Ketring Lake, this living history plantation reconstructs what life was like on an 1860s farm. You can experience what it was like be a student in an old schoolhouse, how to churn your own butter to put on your bread, make a warm quilt to sleep comfortably at night or just observe the town blacksmith hard at work. There are also galleries and displays with many artifacts serve as further interpretation of the town?s history.

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Avid golfers will enjoy teeing off at the 18-hole Deer Creek Golf Club at Meadow Ranch. Bordered by marshlands and a bird preserve, Deer Creek Golf Club is open to the public and offers amenities such as cart rentals, a pro golf shop, dining amenities and golf lessons.

For you avid shoppers, Aspen Grove Lifestyle Center is a "must see". This premier shopping scene is an alfresco shopping mall that features genuine Colorado architecture and is home to an array of boutiques and eateries.

Littleton Community Information

Littleton Public Schools

South Metro Denver Chamber of Commerce