Meeker Memorial Museum - Greeley, CO, USA
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member Outspoken1
N 40° 25.048 W 104° 41.540
13T E 526102 N 4474139
There are a series of historical markers relating to Nathan C Meeker, the founding of Greeley (Union Colony) and the Colorado Territory. Since they are presented as a series, I am submitting as such.
Waymark Code: WM17FJ4
Location: Colorado, United States
Date Posted: 02/12/2023
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member mr.volkswagen
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The markers include:

- Greeley, Colorado 1882 bird's eye view map
- Founding Principles
- Town Planning
- Meeker Home Museum
- The Meeker Home
- A Western Odyssey
- Weld County
- Colorado Territory
- "Go west young man and grow up with the country"
- Plaque on the bust of N C Meeker

Information about Nathan Meeker may be found at (visit link) , (visit link) and (visit link) .

Much more information about Meeker's death may be found at this Waymark - Battle of Milk Creek/River - Thornburgh, CO, USA (https://www.waymarking.com/waymarks/wmYDN5_Battle_of_Milk_Creek_River_Thornburgh_CO_USA ) and Meeker Massacre - Meeker, CO, USA (https://www.waymarking.com/waymarks/wmYDN8_Meeker_Massacre_Meeker_CO_USA ). As with any history, the actual events are much greater than just the killing of N.C. Meeker.
Group or Groups Responsible for Placement:
City of Greeley and Colorado State Historical Society


County or City: Greeley

Date Dedicated: Not listed

Check here for Web link(s) for additional information: Not listed

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