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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Broomfield

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Broomfield, Colorado

Updated December 18, 2020

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Hypnotic Turtle DreamBox

Broomfield, Colorado

Hypnotic Turtle DreamBox

This drive-by, rotating mini-gallery is nestled in the suburbs of Colorado.
Shep’s final resting place.

Broomfield, Colorado

Shep the Broomfield Turnpike Dog

The final resting spot of the Colorado Transportation Department's beloved unofficial mascot.
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The restaurant is home to the longest bar in Westminster.

Westminster, Colorado

Aspen Lodge Bar & Grill

Have a heavy metal Christmas at this bizarre Turkish-American restaurant.
3 miles from Broomfield
the headstone.

Lafayette, Colorado

Vampire Grave of Lafayette

According to local legend, a tree grew from the stake that killed this alleged vampire. In reality, he probably died from influenza.
5 miles from Broomfield

Arvada, Colorado

Cold War Horse

A stark reminder of the huge nuclear weapons plant that once stood on the site and its effect on the surrounding area.
6 miles from Broomfield
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Erie, Colorado

Wise Homestead Museum

This restored farmhouse is a time capsule of a 19th-century Colorado homestead.
9 miles from Broomfield
The Terrorium Shop

Denver, Colorado

The Terrorium Shop

A beautiful combination of living flora with preserved bones covers the shelves of this shop.
9 miles from Broomfield
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