Holidays
This holiday celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ and is often associated with eggs, bunnies, and springtime.
What is Easter?
On April 15, 1912, this “unsinkable” ship struck an iceberg and sank on its maiden voyage.
What is the Titanic?
This American civil rights leader was assassinated on April 4, 1968, in Memphis, Tennessee.
Who is Martin Luther King Jr.
On April 30, 1900, this Colorado city saw one of the largest gold discoveries in state history, sparking a boom in the Cripple Creek district.
What is Victor?
Born April 15, 1452, this Italian Renaissance genius painted the Mona Lisa.
Who is Leonardo da Vinci?
Celebrated on April 1st, this day is known for pranks, hoaxes, and playful tricks.
What is April Fool's Day?
On April 12, 1961, this Soviet cosmonaut became the first human to travel into space.
Who is Yuri Gagarin?
On April 18, 1906, a devastating earthquake and fire struck this U.S. city.
What is San Francisco?
Each April, this city hosts the Colorado Rockies’ home opener, marking the return of Major League Baseball to the Mile High City.
What is Denver?
Born April 16, 1889, this silent film star became one of the most influential comedians in cinema history.
Who is Charlie Chaplin?
This holiday encourages people to plant and care for trees to benefit the environment.
What is Arbor Day?
This 1986 nuclear disaster in present-day Ukraine occurred on April 26, releasing massive radioactive contamination.
What is the Chernobyl disaster?
On April 30, 1789, this leader took the oath of office to become the first President of the United States.
Who is George Washington?
On April 26, 1872, this iconic natural area in northern Colorado was established, becoming a beloved destination for hiking and wildlife viewing.
What is Rocky National Park?
Born April 23, 1564, this playwright wrote tragedies like Hamlet and Macbeth.
Who is William Shakespeare?
This Jewish holiday commemorates the Israelites’ liberation from slavery in Egypt and is marked by a ceremonial meal called a Seder.
On April 6, 1917, the United States officially entered this global conflict that had begun in Europe in 1914.
What is World War 1?
Beginning April 12, 1861, this conflict between the Union and Confederacy erupted with the attack on Fort Sumter.
What is the Civil War?
In April 1977, this outdoor amphitheater near Morrison officially opened for its modern concert era, becoming one of the most famous music venues in the U.S.
What is Red Rocks Amphitheater?
Born April 25, 1986, this American swimmer has won more Olympic gold medals than any other swimmer in history.
Who is Michael Phelps?
This annual event, first celebrated in 1970, promotes environmental protection and is observed on April 22.
What is Earth Day?
On April 9, 2003, the fall of Baghdad marked a major turning point in this Middle Eastern conflict involving a U.S.-led coalition.
What is the Iraq War?
On April 19, 1995, a bombing of a federal building in this Oklahoma city became one of the deadliest domestic terror attacks in U.S. history.
What is Oklahoma City?
Each April, this annual environmental event encourages Coloradans to participate in cleanups, tree plantings, and sustainability efforts statewide.
What is Earth Day?
Born April 13, 1920, this American singer and actor was known as “The Chairman of the Board” and led the Rat Pack.
Who is Frank Sinatra?