Cherokee Ranch & Castle Foundation

Cherokee Ranch & Castle Foundation The Cherokee Ranch & Castle Foundation is committed to preserving the natural environment. They sold the property to Tweet Kimball in 1954.
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Cherokee Ranch & Castle Foundation is a non-profit organization that is committed to preserving the natural environment, enhancing cultural life in Colorado, and providing educational opportunities devoted to western heritage, wildlife and the arts. Cherokee Ranch & Castle includes land that originally belonged to two separate homesteads in the late 1890s: the Flower Homestead and the Blunt Homest

ead. The Johnson Family moved from the East and purchased the Flower Homestead in 1924 and built the 1450s Scottish-style Castle. Tweet purchased adjacent land that had been the Blunt Homestead and renamed both pieces of land Cherokee Ranch, which today includes 3,100 acres of natural beauty and wildlife. In 1996, Tweet worked with Douglas County to protect Cherokee Ranch through a Conservation Easement. The Foundation holds the deed to Cherokee Ranch which serves as a Cultural and Educational Hub. Cherokee Ranch & Castle provides a wide variety of programs including: Educational Castle Tours and Afternoon Teas, and a wide variety of K-12 and Adult Educational Programs focusing on, for example, Culture and the Arts, Environmental Science, Colorado and Western History and Heritage, Wildlife, Ranching, etc. We are open to the public by reservations or appointment only.

A Living Legacy at Cherokee Ranch & Castle A few of our beautiful Santa Gertrudis cattle pause in the corral at Ranch He...
08/31/2026

A Living Legacy at Cherokee Ranch & Castle

A few of our beautiful Santa Gertrudis cattle pause in the corral at Ranch Headquarters while Rafael Miranda, our Ranch & Land Manager, shares a glimpse into life on the ranch.

Caring for the cattle is at the heart of Rafael’s work. From the day-to-day needs of the herd to caring for the land they depend on, his work reflects the spirit of stewardship that has always been part of Cherokee Ranch.

It also carries forward the vision of Mildred “Tweet” Kimball, who brought Santa Gertrudis cattle to Colorado in 1954 and believed they could thrive here, even when others were skeptical. Her determination, love of the land, and commitment to the future of the ranch helped create the remarkable legacy we continue today.

Through Rafael’s dedication, Tweet’s vision remains a living part of Cherokee Ranch, not just something we remember, but something we continue to care for, nurture, and share with others.

And when Rafael welcomes guests to Ranch Headquarters, he gets to share more than a tour. He shares a story that is still being written. 🐂❤️

📸 Photo by Sheri Brisbois

🚧 Exciting improvements are underway at Cherokee Ranch & Castle! 🏰We’re installing a new entrance and gates that will ma...
08/30/2026

🚧 Exciting improvements are underway at Cherokee Ranch & Castle! 🏰

We’re installing a new entrance and gates that will make it easier for larger vehicles to access the property. The new entrance will feature two lanes, one for entering and one for exiting, making traffic flow smoother and more convenient for everyone.

The new gates will also be set back from Daniels Park Road, helping to improve traffic flow and making entering and leaving the Ranch safer and easier.

We’re excited to welcome you through our new entrance soon! 🏰✨

Yesterday, we had the pleasure of welcoming former Sedalia Fire Chief Terry Thompson, his wife Cindy, and their grandson...
08/30/2026

Yesterday, we had the pleasure of welcoming former Sedalia Fire Chief Terry Thompson, his wife Cindy, and their grandson to Cherokee Ranch & Castle for a tour.

Terry has many wonderful memories of Cherokee Ranch and his friendship with Tweet and her family. Over the years, he helped with projects around the Ranch, including repairing the Castle roof, building the cottage at Headquarters, and roofing barns with Kirk. He also remembers the many pool and dinner parties shared by family and friends.

It was especially special to have Terry return to the Castle and share these memories with his grandson, connecting generations to the history of this very special place.

Thank you, Terry and Cindy, for coming back and sharing your memories with us! ❤️

As guests arrived for an unforgettable bourbon tasting at Cherokee Ranch & Castle, they were greeted in the castle court...
08/29/2026

As guests arrived for an unforgettable bourbon tasting at Cherokee Ranch & Castle, they were greeted in the castle courtyard by the stirring sound of bagpipes, performed by Colorado bagpiper Scott Beach.

And then Colorado added its own touch of magic, a beautiful rainbow appeared behind Scott as he played.

Bourbon, bagpipes, a castle, and a Colorado rainbow… we can’t think of a more memorable way to welcome guests.

Some evenings are simply meant to be remembered.

A Day of Collaboration, Conservation & Colorado History at Cherokee Ranch & CastleOn August 27, Cherokee Ranch & Castle ...
08/28/2026

A Day of Collaboration, Conservation & Colorado History at Cherokee Ranch & Castle

On August 27, Cherokee Ranch & Castle was honored to partner with Douglas County Open Space and Natural Resources and Keep It Colorado to host the Keep It Colorado Public Agency Round Table.

We are especially grateful to Dan Diertz, Director of Douglas County Open Space and Natural Resources, for inviting Cherokee Ranch & Castle to partner with Douglas County in hosting this special gathering. It was a wonderful opportunity to bring together public land and conservation leaders while showcasing the unique partnership and shared commitment to conservation that exists between Douglas County and the Cherokee Ranch & Castle Foundation.

The morning’s round table was held in the beautiful Great Hall of the Castle, providing an inspiring setting for thoughtful conversations, collaboration, and the exchange of ideas about protecting Colorado’s open spaces.

After lunch, participants were given a tour of the historic Cherokee Castle before heading out onto the Ranch. Rafael Miranda led the group down Rattlesnake Road, the original road to the Castle, sharing the history and natural beauty of the property along the way.

The day concluded with a hike to our incredible Petrified Wood Forest, guided by our wonderful volunteer hike guides.

We are grateful to Dan and the Douglas County team for including us in this wonderful opportunity, and to Keep It Colorado for bringing everyone together. Days like this highlight the power of partnerships and the importance of working together to preserve Colorado’s remarkable landscapes, natural resources, and history for generations to come.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the day so memorable!

Preserving the past. Protecting the land. Inspiring the future.

🦌 Wildlife Wednesday at Cherokee Ranch & Castle! 🏰Two beautiful mule deer were spotted roaming the grounds yesterday! Ch...
08/26/2026

🦌 Wildlife Wednesday at Cherokee Ranch & Castle! 🏰

Two beautiful mule deer were spotted roaming the grounds yesterday!

Cherokee Ranch & Castle is home to an incredible variety of wildlife, and encounters like this are a wonderful reminder of the natural beauty that surrounds the Castle.

A peaceful Wildlife Wednesday moment from the Ranch.

There’s always something happening behind the scenes at Cherokee Ranch and Castle!In this photo, Rafael Miranda and Nath...
08/25/2026

There’s always something happening behind the scenes at Cherokee Ranch and Castle!

In this photo, Rafael Miranda and Nathan Lieberman are hard at work changing out the flag high above the castle. It may look like a simple task from the ground, but keeping the castle and its grounds in beautiful condition takes teamwork, care, and sometimes a little courage at great heights!

We’re grateful for the people who help care for Cherokee Ranch and Castle and keep its traditions and its flag flying proudly.

Tweet Tuesday 📚For this week’s , we’re stepping inside Tweet Kimball’s library.In this beautiful portrait, Tweet is dre...
08/25/2026

Tweet Tuesday 📚

For this week’s , we’re stepping inside Tweet Kimball’s library.

In this beautiful portrait, Tweet is dressed in a classic black dress and pearls, surrounded by the books she loved so dearly. Her impressive collection filled the shelves behind her, offering a glimpse into her lifelong love of reading and learning.

Books were clearly an important part of Tweet’s world, and her library was a reflection of her curiosity, interests, and wonderfully full life.

We’re not certain of the exact date of this photograph, but we love seeing Tweet later in life, elegant and at home among the stories that meant so much to her. ❤️📖

08/23/2026

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6113 N. Daniels Park Road
Sedalia, CO
80135

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+13036885555

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