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Fort Garland Museum & Pike's Stockade
Fort Garland was once commanded by legendary frontiersman Kit Carson and had a garrison of over 100 men who served to protect the earliest settlers in the San Luis Valley. Tour original adobe buildings on the grounds and view excellent exhibits on how the fort was saved and preserved. And, don’t miss the Infantry and cavalry barracks exhibits, an exhibit on the Buffalo Soldiers and the historic dioramas. From the Fort, plan a visit to Pike's Stockade, where Zebulon Pike and his men camped in the early 1800s.
The museum offers special, permanent, and online exhibits. Learn about Kit Carson, Buffalo Soldiers and more.
Walk the parade ground of the fort once commanded by legendary frontiersman Kit Carson.
Where else can you rent parade grounds, a mess hall, or a theater? Fort Garland is the place for all types of events, and historic reeactments.
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