The Twin Spruce subdivision is an established residential area located southwest of downtown Evergreen, known for its scenic, wooded surroundings. Its history is tied to the general growth of Evergreen, which evolved from a late 19th-century ranching community into a mountain retreat for city dwellers.
- Wellington House: The subdivision is located behind the old Wellington House, a historical landmark that was referenced in a description of “Twin Spruce Town Homes” from the 1970s and 1980s. This suggests the Twin Spruce community was a later residential development in the area.
- Early settlement: The area was first settled by homesteaders in the 1860s. By the late 1800s, Denver residents began building summer homes and cabins in the area, drawn by the natural beauty and proximity to the city.
Edelweiss Circle history (on the other side of Little Cub Creek)
The street name “Edelweiss” is a German reference that suggests a possible connection to the area’s history of German immigration or cultural heritage.
- German heritage: Research shows that the T.E.V. Edelweiss Club, a German-American organization, was active in Commerce City, Colorado, in the late 20th century provides context for German cultural influence in Colorado that may have inspired the street name.
- Post-war growth: The development of streets with European-inspired names often occurred during the mid-20th century as mountain towns like Evergreen were platted into residential subdivisions. Following World War II, towns across Colorado experienced significant population growth, leading to the creation of new neighborhoods and streets.
