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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