National Register Listing

Thede Farmhouse

a.k.a. Stonehocker Farm;McAllister Farm;5AM1118

3190 W. 112th Ave., Northglenn, CO
The Thede Farmhouse is historically significant for its long association with agriculture in this area. Development and encroaching sprawl from Denver suburbs have changed the nature of this region from primarily agricultural to mainly suburban residential. The Thede Farmhouse and its 9.9 surrounding acres are some of the last undeveloped fields of this size within the Northglenn city limits. The Thede Farmhouse is also architecturally significant as the only remaining domestic structure in the city of Northglenn which was constructed prior to 1950. For a period of time during the 1960s and 1970s, the city commonly bought older structures and burned them for fire department drills. Other historic structures were simply allowed to deteriorate and be destroyed by new development. As a well-built example of early turn of the century Queen Anne style architecture, the Thede Farmhouse literally stands alone in the city of Northglenn. The period of significance of 1903 to 1948 was chosen to represent a period of the traditional historical use of this farm, commencing with the construction of the Thede Farmhouse and ending fifty years before today's date.
Local significance of the building:
Architecture; Agriculture

Listed in National Register of Historic Places in 1998.

The National Register of Historic Places is the official list of the Nation’s historic places worthy of preservation. Authorized by the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, the National Park Service’s National Register of Historic Places is part of a national program to coordinate and support public and private efforts to identify, evaluate, and protect America’s historic and archeological resources.

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Audiobooks about the history of Colorado.
The Four Corners Monument, located in the southwest corner of Colorado, is the only place in the United States where four states meet at a single point. Visitors can stand in all four states at once by standing on the monument's center point. The monument is a popular tourist attraction and photo opportunity.
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Adams County, Colorado, is a region rich in history and has played a significant role in the development of the state. The history of the county dates back thousands of years, with evidence of human occupation by various Native American tribes. These early inhabitants left behind their artifacts and structures, which offer insights into their daily lives and cultural practices.

European settlement in Adams County began in the 19th century with the arrival of traders, trappers, and gold prospectors. Eventually, the establishment of railroads and the discovery of gold in the neighboring areas attracted more settlers to the region. The area was named after Alva Adams, the governor of Colorado at the time, and was officially organized as Adams County in 1902.

Agriculture played a crucial role in the early development of Adams County. The fertile soil of the region supported the growth of crops such as wheat, corn, and sugar beets, which encouraged further settlement and economic growth. The county saw the construction of irrigation systems, enabling farmers to cultivate the land more efficiently.

Adams County also experienced unprecedented growth during World War II due to the establishment of Lowry Air Force Base and the Adams County Naval Station. These military installations brought an influx of people to the area and had a significant impact on the local economy. After the war, the region transitioned into a more urbanized and industrialized area, with the growth of manufacturing and commercial sectors.

Today, Adams County continues to thrive, offering a diverse mix of industries, including aerospace, healthcare, and agriculture. The county is also home to various natural parks and recreational areas, preserving its rich history and providing a high quality of life for its residents.

This timeline provides a glimpse into the major events and milestones that have shaped the history of Adams County, Colorado.

  • 1858 - Adams County formed as one of the original 17 counties in the Territory of Kansas
  • 1861 - Adams County transferred to the Territory of Colorado
  • 1901 - Thornton becomes the first city in Adams County
  • 1902 - Brighton is incorporated
  • 1903 - Commerce City is incorporated
  • 1904 - Watkins is incorporated
  • 1949 - Adams County Fair begins
  • 1952 - Adams State Junior College (now Community College of Denver) is established
  • 1962 - Aurora becomes a city and is partially located in Adams County
  • 2001 - Adams County Regional Park opens
  • 2013 - The historic Adams County Courthouse is destroyed by fire