Bent's Old Fort National Historic Site
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Bent’s Old Fort National Historic Site features a reconstructed 1840s adobe fur trading post on the mountain branch of the Santa Fe Trail where traders, trappers, travelers, and the Cheyenne and Arapaho tribes came together in peaceful terms for trade.
Step into the Past at Bent’s Old Fort National Historic Site
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For much of its 16-year history, Bent’s Fort was the only major permanent white settlement on the Santa Fe Trail between Missouri and the Mexican settlements. William and Charles Bent, along with Ceran St. Vrain, built the original adobe fort in 1833 for trade with local Native American tribes and trappers for buffalo robes.
Enjoy the Tastes of Southeast Colorado
While you are in La Junta discover the delicious treats and tasty culinary flavors from our locally owned and operated dining establishments.
Explore Downtown La Junta
SHOP: Junction 50 Galleria
Featuring rare books, unique antiques, quilts, local art and handmade jewelry.
ART: What the Fudge Mural
Located on the west side of the What the Fudge Candy Shop building (rear outside wall in the alley between Santa Fe and San Juan Avenues).
ART: Daylight Donuts Mural
Located on the north side of the Daylight Donuts building at 114 Santa Fe Avenue.
SHOP: Broke & Busted Boutique
Broke and Busted Boutique specializes in
reviving worn, tattered, and busted items, turning them into trendy and beautiful new pieces.
ART: Let's Be Kind Mural
Located on the south side of the Klein's Maker Space building at 220 Santa Fe Avenue.
ART: LiveWell Park Wishing Tree
Located at LiveWell Park & Amphitheater at 316 Santa Fe Avenue.
SHOP: Junction Plaza
Junction Plaza features local arts, crafts, sculptures, and other handcrafted specialty items.
ARCHITECTURE: Masonic Lodge Architecture
Built in 1926, the Masonic Lodge Temple building is located at Fourth Street and Santa Fe Avenue.
ARCHITECTURE: Post Office Building
Built in 1915, the La Junta Post Office is located at 324 Colorado Avenue.
SHOP: Crossroads Marketplace
La Junta's Friendly Nonprofit Community Thrift Store features clothing, household items and uncommon goods from around the world.
ARCHITECTURE: Fox Theater
Built in 1912, the Fox Theater building is located at 11 East 3rd Street.
ART: Buffalo Herd Mural
Located in the La Junta Council Chambers room in the La Junta Municipal Building at 601 Colorado Avenue.