It was true then, and it should certainly be true now: famous people (or even people who WANT to be famous), visit Eldorado Springs, Colorado.
In a recent article in About Boulder, titled "Famous people who have visited Eldorado Springs" they provide a partial list of the many famous people who frequented Eldorado Springs in the past.
The article explains, "The name 'Eldorado' comes from the Spanish word for 'the golden one' and refers to the town’s early mining history. The area was originally settled by miners in the late 1800s who were drawn to the region by the discovery of gold.
"Eldorado Springs became a popular destination for health-seekers in the early 1900s when the benefits of the town’s natural springs were discovered. The water from the springs is said to have therapeutic properties due to its high mineral content, and the town quickly became a destination for those seeking health and relaxation.
"Over the years, Eldorado Springs has played host to a number of famous visitors. Some of the notable people who have visited or lived in the town include:
- Dwight Eisenhower – the former US President visited Eldorado Springs on a number of occasions in the 1950s and 60s.
- Henry Ford – the founder of the Ford Motor Company was a regular visitor to Eldorado Springs in the early 1900s.
- Helen Keller – the deaf and blind author and activist visited Eldorado Springs in 1950.
- Mary Pickford – the silent film star owned a cabin in Eldorado Springs that she used as a retreat.
- Billy Wilder – the Academy Award-winning film director and screenwriter was a regular visitor to Eldorado Springs in the 1950s."
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