The Colorado Midland Railway Band, considered the finest in the state at the time, poses in front of the Colorado State Capitol building in Denver, Colorado. Members wear band uniforms with a Native American theme and feather headdresses. One member holds a pendant that reads: "Special prize". In the center is a circular pendant that reads: "Colo. City Colo." and another band member holds a long shield that reads: "Colorado Midland Band Pikes Peak Route". A man dressed in a suit, tie and jacket stands in the back row.
Date
[between 1890 and 1910]
Notes
"Trans - RR - Colorado Midland - Denver - State Capitol - Band" handwritten on negative envelope.; Accession number: 90.156.191; History Colorado.; Condition: Glass plate is scratched.; Title supplied; R7200300575