Our Mission:

To explore diversity, history, and knowledge in an effort to advocate for the preservation of the things our country was built upon. Our passion is to educate you, the reader, on places that have existed and will continue to exist. We want to remind people where they come from, and with a little luck, encourage a newfound appreciation of where they are going. 

Meet Us On Main Street!

In this segment, we want to highlight some of the most unique city centers in the United States. These epitomes of human connection have lasted for over a century, and continue to attract both locals and travelers alike. 

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Changing the Nation (One Site at a Time)

This segment features a spotlight of one of our favorite historical sites: the Hotel de Paris! Contrary to its name, the hotel is actually located in Georgetown, Colorado. This inspiring piece of history been established at the Gateway to the West since 1875.

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About us

American Recollection is a blog dedicated to preserving and sharing the rich history of the United States. Through a variety of curated blogs, our aim is to aid the conservation of numerous historical sites - and the importance of the stories behind them.