Miramont Castle facts for kids
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Miramont, also known as Miramont Castle and Montcalm Castle
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 Location in Colorado
Location in the United States
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| Location | 9 Capitol Hill, Manitou Springs, Colorado |
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| Website | Miramont Castle |
| NRHP reference No. | 77000375 |
| Added to NRHP | April 11, 1977 |
Miramont Castle is a fascinating museum in Manitou Springs, Colorado. It was built in 1895 as a private home for Father Jean Baptist Francolon, a priest from France. This beautiful castle is part of the Manitou Springs Historic District. It is also listed on the National Register of Historic Places, which means it's a very important historical site.
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Discovering Miramont Castle's Past
Building a Unique Home
Father Jean Baptiste Francolon started building Miramont Castle in 1895. He wanted a special home that mixed many different building styles. Imagine a house with parts that look like old Byzantine churches and other parts that look like Tudor homes from England! This mix makes the castle very unique.
The castle was finished in 1896. It is a great example of architecture from the Victorian Era. This was a time when Queen Victoria ruled England (1837-1901).
Becoming a Historic Landmark
In 1976, Miramont Castle was added to the National Register of Historic Places. This happened because of its important history and its amazing mix of architectural styles. Being on this list helps protect the castle for future generations.
A Place of Healing and Mystery
For a while, the Sisters of Mercy also used part of Miramont Castle. They ran a place called Montcalm Sanitarium there. This was a special hospital where people could get better. They shared the castle with Father Francolon.
Some people say that the castle is haunted. Visitors and staff have reported seeing strange things or feeling unexplained presences. This adds to the castle's mysterious charm!
Miramont Castle Today
Visiting the Museum
Today, Miramont Castle is a historic house museum. This means it's a house that has been kept as it was in the past, so people can visit and learn about history. The Manitou Springs Historical Society owns and runs the museum.
You can explore 42 rooms inside the castle, all decorated with furniture from the Victorian era. The beautiful gardens around the castle are also open to visitors.
Enjoying the Castle's Amenities
After your tour, you can visit the castle's tea room. It's a lovely spot to relax and have a snack. There's also a gift shop where you can find souvenirs to remember your visit to this amazing historic castle.
See also
In Spanish: Castillo Miramont para niños
