Carbondale, Colorado

Carbondale founded in 1883, incorporated in 1888 and named by one of its founders John Mankin, after his home in Pennsylvania. The early community was a local coal-shipping depot until the last mine closed in 1990. Well into the 1900’s Carbondale was known for its potatoes. The most impressive landmark is its 12,953 ft. Mt Sopris, named for an early explorer, Richard Sopris. Farming and ranching were the backbone of Carbondale’s economy through much of the 20th century and remain an integral component of the current economy. Today, Carbondale is a thriving art center, celebrated with on of the area’s premiere summertime festival, The Mountain Fair. The Carbondale Council on the Arts and Humanities also sponsors art shows, musical events and theatrical productions.

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