Leadville Historic District, Historic district in Leadville, US.

Leadville Historic District covers 67 mines east of the city up to the 12,000-foot level and a defined part of the town, including the Tabor Opera House, Tabor Grand Hotel, St. George's Church, Temple Israel, Annunciation Church, City Hall, Healy House, Dexter Cabin, Engelbach House and Tabor House. Structures built after 1917 are non-contributing.

The area emerged in the 1870s when Colorado's silver rush drew thousands of people to the mountains. This rapid growth created the town and made it one of the richest places of its time.

The district's cultural life is visible in its buildings: the Tabor Opera House, St. George's Church, Temple Israel, Annunciation Church and Tabor Grand Hotel all stand within the defined village area. The Tabor Opera House, built by silver magnate Horace Tabor, hosted touring performers for miners and merchants. Structures built after 1917 are considered non-contributing to the district.

The district stretches from the village core east to mines at the 12,000-foot level, so plan for steep, high ground. Structures built after 1917 are non-contributing, which helps orient you to the historic core. The altitude makes cold weather and slow acclimatization a real concern.

The Annunciation Church houses a massive bell installed at this high elevation, a rare feature for such a location. The bell was brought up under difficult conditions and reflects the determination of early settlers.