Hornbek Homestead (Flourissant, CO)
August 30th, 2006 by leafworks
 Hornbek Homestead, Fourissant, Colorado  Hornbek Homestead Root Cellar, Flourissant, Colorado photos ©2006, Technogypsie.com |
Hornbek Homestead Flourissant Fossil Beds Park, Flourissant, Colorado
‘Despite this lack of opportunity, and the loss of two husbands, Adeline Hornbek retained her pioneer spirit. In March 1878, she filed claim on 160 acres in the Flourissant Valley under the terms of the 1862 Homestead Act. Within 7 years, Adeline not only “proved-up” her claim, but had expanded her homestead to include this large house, nine outbuildings, and $4,000 worth of livestock. As if homesteading chores and raising a family did not keep her busy enough, she also worked at the general store in Flourissant. ‘ (Monument marker sign)
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