


the settlement for Erie, Pennsylvania, the hometown of Reverend Richard Van Valkenburg, a Methodist minister. Prior to the 1870's, settlers eeked out their living as farmers or merchants. Social contact was limited and residents and families traveled great distances to attend church, school, or grange meetings. Contact with relatives and friends in other communities improved, however, with the coming of the railroad in 1871. The original plat for the town was filed that year as well, following establishment of the Briggs Mine, the first commercial coal mine in Weld County. It wasn't until 1874 that Erie became incorporated, and the town began to thrive. Until 2000, all of Erie's streets were dirt. Today, the town is a growing community with a population of nearly 17,000 residents and 191 acres of parks and open space. One of Erie's friendly neighborhoods is the Historic Downtown Business District, also knows as "Old Town". Historic Downtown is the home of wonderful eateries and eclectic businesses, |
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destination for folks who love great food and enjoy small-town charm. Downtown also plays host to annual events such as the Erie Town Fair, Eerie Erie 10K Halloween Race, Biscuit Day, and Oktoberfest. |