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Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument
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Kristine and John during Homestead Days

Hornbek Homestead History: Outside

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Hornbek Homestead History: Wool Spinning

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Did You Know?
The Hornbek Homestead is located within the boundaries of Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument. It was built in 1878 and owned by Adeline Hornbek a rancher and single mother of four teenaged children.
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