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.

This past Saturday, we gathered to honor two meaningful milestones, what would have been Tweet Kimball’s 112th birthday ...
06/23/2026

This past Saturday, we gathered to honor two meaningful milestones, what would have been Tweet Kimball’s 112th birthday and the 100th anniversary of Cherokee Castle.

Pictured are Rafael Miranda and his wife, Maria, dear friends of Tweet Kimball and cherished members of the Cherokee family. Their friendship with Tweet spanned many years, and they faithfully attended the annual Waterloo celebration she began for 31 years.

Their presence at this centennial celebration was especially meaningful, reflecting the lasting friendships Tweet cultivated and the strong sense of community she built at Cherokee. Through shared stories and traditions, her legacy continues to live on.

As we marked 100 years of Cherokee Castle and remembered Tweet on her 112th birthday, we were grateful to be joined by those who knew and continue to honor her.

Thank you, Rafael and Maria, and thank you to all who helped celebrate this remarkable milestone and the extraordinary woman who made Cherokee so special.

📸 Photo by Eva Miranda.

100 years behind us. Endless horizons ahead.A view through the truck’s window, the steering wheel before us, and the Col...
06/22/2026

100 years behind us. Endless horizons ahead.

A view through the truck’s window, the steering wheel before us, and the Colorado mountains beyond, a fitting image as we celebrate Cherokee Castle’s first century and look toward the future.

📸 Photo by Eva Miranda

Last night, we celebrated a remarkable milestone, the 100th Anniversary of Cherokee Castle! It was a beautiful evening f...
06/21/2026

Last night, we celebrated a remarkable milestone, the 100th Anniversary of Cherokee Castle!

It was a beautiful evening filled with history, community, and appreciation for a century of memories at this treasured landmark.

A special moment of the evening was when Tim White, Vice President of the Cherokee Ranch & Castle Board, had the honor of ringing the dinner bell, welcoming guests to this memorable celebration.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to our dedicated staff and incredible volunteers whose hard work, passion, and commitment helped make this event such a success. Your efforts continue to preserve and share the legacy of Cherokee Castle for future generations.

Thank you to everyone who joined us as we commemorated 100 years of Cherokee Castle. Here’s to honoring the past and celebrating the future.

From every angle, Cherokee Ranch & Castle tells a story of time, transformation, and stewardship.As we celebrate 100 yea...
06/20/2026

From every angle, Cherokee Ranch & Castle tells a story of time, transformation, and stewardship.

As we celebrate 100 years of Cherokee Ranch & Castle, this aerial photos offer a sweeping look at the property as it stands today, a culmination of the history, changes, and care reflected in the images we’ve shared leading up to this moment.

From its earliest days surrounded by open terrain, to the familiar landscape and gardens visitors know now, the castle has remained a constant presence through a century of change.

Tonight, as we gather for the centennial gala, we honor that legacy and all who have helped shape it over the past 100 years.

Here’s to the next century of Cherokee Ranch & Castle.

Photos courtesy of Josh Duckett

Before the gardens, pathways, and familiar landscape took shape, Cherokee Ranch & Castle stood in its earliest surroundi...
06/19/2026

Before the gardens, pathways, and familiar landscape took shape, Cherokee Ranch & Castle stood in its earliest surroundings.

This historic view shows the castle in its formative years, framed by trees and open natural terrain offering a rare glimpse of what came before nearly a century of history and transformation.

As we continue celebrating 100 years of Cherokee Ranch & Castle, each photograph tells a piece of the story.

This historic photograph captures the castle from a different perspective, before the pool was added and before the flow...
06/19/2026

This historic photograph captures the castle from a different perspective, before the pool was added and before the flower beds and gardens transformed the landscape surrounding it. The open terrain offers a fascinating look at how the property appeared nearly 100 years ago.

As we celebrate the castle’s centennial, these early photographs remind us of how much has changed—and how much has remained timeless.

This historic photograph captures Cherokee Ranch & Castle’s inner courtyard nearly 100 years ago. While generations have...
06/19/2026

This historic photograph captures Cherokee Ranch & Castle’s inner courtyard nearly 100 years ago. While generations have passed through these spaces, the character and beauty of the castle remain as enduring as ever.

Here’s to a century of history, stewardship, and unforgettable memories.

This historic photograph highlights the front porch and courtyard entrance, showcasing the craftsmanship and character t...
06/19/2026

This historic photograph highlights the front porch and courtyard entrance, showcasing the craftsmanship and character that have defined the castle for nearly 100 years.

As we celebrate this centennial milestone, we’re grateful to help preserve and share these glimpses into the castle’s remarkable history.

As Cherokee Ranch & Castle celebrates its 100th anniversary, we’re taking a look back at where it all began.This early p...
06/19/2026

As Cherokee Ranch & Castle celebrates its 100th anniversary, we’re taking a look back at where it all began.

This early photograph of the castle’s front entrance offers a glimpse of what visitors would have seen nearly a century ago. While much has changed over the years, the beauty, history, and spirit of Cherokee Ranch & Castle remain timeless.

As we mark this special milestone, we’re grateful for all who have helped preserve and share the castle’s legacy for future generations.

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6113 N. Daniels Park Road
Sedalia, CO
80135

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+13036885555

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