Dearfield, human settlement in Colorado, United States of America
Dearfield is an abandoned settlement in Colorado that operates today as a museum site. The location displays original and reconstructed buildings from the early 1900s, including residences, a church, and outbuildings that reflect how people lived during its period of habitation.
The site was founded around 1910 as an African American agricultural colony during a time of severe racial discrimination. The settlement expanded during the 1920s but faced economic hardship and was eventually abandoned during the Great Depression.
The site sits in a remote location and is best reached by car. Buildings can be viewed from the outside, and informational signs on site explain the history and layout of the settlement.
Location: Colorado
Address: 42468 US-34, Orchard, CO 80649, USA
Website: https://nps.gov/places/dearfield-colorado.htm
GPS coordinates: 40.28833,-104.25694
Latest update: December 18, 2025 19:00
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