Situated about ten miles south of Downtown Denver, Littleton is frequently recognized as a great place to live. Founded in 1890, Littleton is proud of its rich heritage. The city honors its past with the Littleton Historical Museum, a living museum that recreates life on a 19th-century farm and homestead with extensive exhibits and rare artifacts.
Littleton blends past and present in its charming downtown area, which is brimming with exciting restaurants, bars, art galleries, and specialty shops in turn-of-the-century buildings along a tree-lined Main Street. Many Littleton residents gather downtown as well as at a host of community events, including Western Welcome Week, Summerset Festival, and the Colorado Irish Festival.
Outdoor recreation is a substantial part of life in Littleton, with more than 1,400 acres of parks and open spaces in addition to over 200 miles of trails set against a stunning backdrop of the Rocky Mountains.
