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Colorful half-timbered houses line a narrow canal in Colmar, Alsace, France. Volume 86 l Issue 2 Content Features The AAA Companion 22 Visiting the Bear’s house March/April 2012


While touring Devils Tower and the surrounding countryside, you'll be richly rewarded by details big and small. By Carrie Patrick


26 Colorado history, inside and out 32 Once upon a castle 45 Colorado Explorer


The new history museum in Denver inspired us to see living history on the road. By Tom Hess


On the Cover


Glide down the Rhine and experience ancient lore in ultra-comfort. By Shelly Steig


Your Colorado guide to • Upcoming Events • Activities • Dining • My Colorado EnCompass March/April 2012 3


Spectacular sunset view of Devils Tower National Monument, Wyo. © Christian Heeb


The Bear’s House


That’s what Plains Indians call Devils Tower, the focus of our author’s compelling three-day road trip. 22


History Colorado Center


Visit sky-lit rooms and interactive exhibits with stories of courage


and interdependence. 26


Grand opening, April 28 March/April 2012


© Jeff Steig


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