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Littleton, Colorado

Located in Arapahoe County, Colorado, Littleton was established in 1890. Arapahoe County seat south of Denver. Columbine High School is in unincorporated Jefferson County near Littleton.
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Founded 1890 | Population 49,000 | Peak 49,000 (2024) | County Arapahoe County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Littleton, Colorado

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1890 Founded: Littleton was founded in Arapahoe County.
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1940 Economic Development: Littleton grew through manufacturing and industry.
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1942 Military Presence: Military installations became a major part of Littleton's identity and economy.
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1999 Columbine: Columbine High School shooting in nearby unincorporated area.
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1999 Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define Littleton's character and economy.
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Latest News in Littleton

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Complete Historical Timeline

1890 Culture
Founded
1940 Industry
Economic Development
1942 Government
Military Presence
1999 Crime
Columbine
1999 Culture
Higher Education

Did You Know?

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Arapahoe County seat south of Denver.
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Columbine High School is in unincorporated Jefferson County near Littleton.
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Chatfield State Park is nearby.
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Littleton was founded in 1890.
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Littleton has a population of approximately 49,000.

Famous People from Littleton, Colorado

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Ross Lynch
Actor, Singer · Born Dec 29, 1995 · Age 30
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Dave Grusin
Actor, Composer · Born Jun 26, 1934 · Age 91
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Mallory Swanson
Association Football Player · Born Apr 29, 1998 · Age 27
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Janine Sonis
Association Football Player · Born Aug 20, 1994 · Age 31
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Sheri S. Tepper
Writer, Novelist · Born Jul 16, 1929 · Died Oct 22, 2016 (age 87)

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