Centennial (Room 210)

Julia Anna Moore
Dec 30, 2025
4 min read

How to get to Centennial

This run refers to Colorado itself, as its named the Centennial State. The name was chosen because Colorado entered the union in 1876, 100 years after the United States signed the Declaration of Independence in 1776. Peak 10 plans started another 100 years after that 1976. Centennial shoots straight down the middle of Peak 10, it’s fast and fun, and only for experts who can control their speed. The state of Colorado is situated on the land of the Núu-agha-tʉvʉ-pʉ̱ (Ute) and Tséstho’e (Cheyenne) peoples.

Ski resort trail map showing various ski runs and lifts with color-coded trails, mountain peaks, and forested areas. Text denotes trail names. — *Map of Breckenridge’s Peak 10*

The original people

Before there was Breckenridge there were the Núu-agha-tʉvʉ-pʉ peoples (Ute Mountain Ute Tribe). Much of what we know about Colorado today is due to the knowledge of the indigenous people of the area. The mountains you see today, called the “Shining Mountains,” were home to the native Ute people for more than 8,000 years and is one of the few tribes without a migration story. The state of Utah was named after the Ute tribe, who migrated seasonally through the Rockies, following game such as bison and searching for plants to harvest. One of the infamous Colorado trees, lodgepole pines, were used to make poles for their lodges, hence “lodgepole.” They were known throughout history to be excellent horsemen and friendly to settlers in Colorado, but were driven out due to pollution in the Blue River that decreased the game in the area. Dredging of the area for the mining industry caused the pollution, leading naturalist Edwin Carter to think that it was driving species to the brink of extinction. There is very limited photographic evidence available (at least in public archives) of Ute presence in Breckenridge due to the destruction of land and overall decline in flora and fauna by the time the camera was invented. Much of the photos you’ll see in this gallery is from other parts of Colorado, but is still important to highlight the tribes existence in this area. You can read more about the Ute Tribe here and here.

Five people on horseback in a desert landscape, wearing traditional attire with feathers. Calm mood, rocky terrain, clear sky. — **Ute war party**: View of Native American (Ute) men on horseback, a scout party, face away from the camera; men wear moccasins, leggings, and feathers in their hair; each has a rifle; all horses have bridles and saddles. *Original creator: 1899; Poley, H. S. (Horace Swartley). Denver Public Library Special Collections, P-48.*

People set up a tipi with poles near a large rock formation. Others rest on grass-covered ground. Trees surround them, creating a peaceful scene. — **Utes Making of a tepee:** Native American (Ute) women erect a set of tepee poles near a sandstone rock formation at Garden of the Gods, El Paso County, Colorado. Two women hold onto the poles while a third stands near the rolled tepee cover. A group of men sit and stand nearby. The women wear dresses and shawls. Some men wear hats. *Original creator: sep 1–1933; Poley, H. S. (Horace Swartley). Denver Public Library Special Collections, P-1317.*

Native American group with feathered headdresses in front of teepees. Trees cast shadows. Traditional attire and calm expressions. — **Buckskin Charlie, Antonio, Ocapoor and others:** Native American (Ute) men, women and children pose in front of tepees. Standing in a headdress is Chief Buckskin Charlie (Sapiah) wearing the Rutherford Hays Indian Peace medal. Sitting to his left, holding a lance, is Tony Buck. Ocapoor is in headdress and beaded buckskin shirt. First woman on left is Dick Charley’s wife (Susan Eaton). Second woman seated is Amy Snow. Possibly taken at Garden of the Gods, Colorado Springs, Colorado. *Original creator: 1911; Poley, H. S. (Horace Swartley). Denver Public Library Special Collections, P-113.*

People in traditional feathered headdresses and attire dance energetically outdoors on a dirt field, creating a lively and cultural scene. — **Moon dance in Garden of the Gods, small girl is Lucy Thompson:** Native American (Ute) men, women, and children participate in a Moon Dance at Garden of the Gods, El Paso County, Colorado. Men wear feather headdresses. Women wear fringed shawls, some carry umbrellas. A boy wears a feather headdress. Lucy Thompson wears a bead necklace and carries an umbrella. Spectators sit nearby. *Original creator: aug 3–1911; Poley, H. S. (Horace Swartley). Denver Public Library Special Collections, P-1305.*

A person on horseback gestures at a group near a tent in a forest. The horse rider wears a feathered headdress. Monochrome image. — **The Messenger:** A photomontage by Charles Craig of Native American (Ute) men (including Buckskin Charlie), women and children, in profile, facing a messenger (Severo) on a horse. Severo wears a headdress and points to the background. The landscape and foreground, including a campfire and waterbasket, are hand painted. *Original creator: 1898; Poley, H. S. (Horace Swartley). Denver Public Library Special Collections, P-178.*

Native American group in traditional attire and feathered headdresses walk outdoors on a sunny day, surrounded by rocky landscape and grass. — **Utes on horses:** Portrait of two unidentified Native American (Ute) cowboys on horseback. One wears a pistol. *Original creator: [1900–1930?]; Unidentified. Denver Public Library Special Collections, X-30500.*

A modern touch

At Wedgewood Lodge, we want to give you a distinctive look into the past history of Breckenridge. Each photo in your historical gallery is unique to your stay and took countless hours to curate. There are stories to tell about Breckenridge and Summit County today as well, and the following photos have been shot by Julia Anna Moore.

Snowy mountains at dawn with a purple and pink sky. The peaks are gently illuminated by early sunlight, creating a serene atmosphere. — A hazy sunset paints over Loveland Pass

Spring 2022

A fluffy snow had fallen all day, and as the sky cleared up in time for sunset. Pinks and purples stretched over the peaks as the temperature dropped, welcoming in the night.

Loveland Pass is the perfect place to take in the view, just be sure that you have 4WD if it’s been snowing and park off the road in the parking lot.

Snow-covered mountain with pine trees, a ski lift, and a small structure at the top under a clear sky with soft golden lighting. — Strings of alpenglow touch the Pali Lift at Arapahoe Basin

The sun sets, lighting up the Continental Divide that has grown quiet as guests have left the resort for the day.

Arapahoe Basin is an advanced mountain at the other end of the county.

Want to take a piece of Summit County home with you? We will ship any of the prints from Julia’s gallery straight to your house. We offer different sizes and framing options. Reach out here.