~ St. Vrain's Fort ~
FURTHER RESEARCH
Additionally, for further research on St. Vrain's Fort, I suggest that you contact:

Dr. Diane Brotemarkle
P.O. Box 1219
Platteville, CO 80651

Diane has written a book entitled Old Fort St. Vrain about the fort.  
Click on the title to learn more! 

For more information on Marcellin St. Vrain or the St. Vrain Family, please get in touch with Christine St. Vrain Howard by clicking on her name:

Christine St. Vrain

Christine is the gr-gr-gr-granddaughter of Marcellin St. Vrain and Red.  
She maintains a private website for family members and is a family historian.
Another great source for St. Vrain family history is Abi Westwood.  
Abi is a former archaeologist, and is writing a book about the family history.

Abi Westwood
If you're in the area, be sure to stop at the

Fort Vasquez Museum
13412 U.S. Highway 85
Platteville,CO 80651
970-785-2832 

The folks at the museum are very informed about all the forts in the area and have many great exhibits as well as a fabulous collection of historical books for sale.  Be sure to call ahead in winter months to make sure of hours.