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A historic monument dedicated to Will Rogers, a famous entertainer and aviator, on Cheyenne Mountain. Learn about its hours, cost, access, environment and holiday closures.
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(719) 578-5367. See all photos. An Immersive Experience. At nearly 8,000 feet above sea level, Will Rogers Shrine of the Sun serves as the final resting place for Spencer and Julie Penrose, as well as a destination to experience extraordinary architecture and sweeping vistas.
Will Rogers Shrine of the Sun, also known as Will Rogers Shrine, is a commemorative tower and chapel on Cheyenne Mountain in Colorado Springs, Colorado. It is named after Will Rogers, the American humorist, who died in a plane crash in Alaska in 1935 during construction of the shrine.
- Charles E. Thomas, Randall Davey
- 1.3 acres (0.53 ha)
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4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Rd | Colorado Springs, CO | 80906. Main: (719) 578-5367. Website. Request A Vacation Planner. At nearly 8,000 feet above sea level, Will Rogers Shrine of the Sun serves as the final resting place for Spencer and Julie Penrose, as well as a destination.
The Will Rogers Memorial Shrine of the Sun, also known as the Will Rogers Shrine, is a magnificent piece of architecture, a 100-foot, five-story, observation tower on Cheyenne Mountain in Colorado Springs, Colorado, that overlooks Colorado Springs, the Broadmoor resort and the Garden of the Gods.
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- When is Will Rogers Memorial Shrine of the Sun open?Will Rogers Memorial Shrine of the Sun is open:Tue - Sun 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- What hotels are near Will Rogers Memorial Shrine of the Sun?Hotels near Will Rogers Memorial Shrine of the Sun: (1.36 mi) The Broadmoor (5.31 mi) Old Town Guesthouse B&B (4.60 mi) Holden House 1902 Bed & Bre...
- What restaurants are near Will Rogers Memorial Shrine of the Sun?Restaurants near Will Rogers Memorial Shrine of the Sun: (0.09 mi) Rocky Mountain Wild Barbeque Co. (1.40 mi) Lake Terrace Dining Room (1.49 mi) Su...
The Will Rogers Shrine of the Sun is currently open from April 1- October 31 from 9:00AM until 5:00PM (last car at 4:00 PM) and from November 1- March 31 from 9:00AM until 4:00PM (last car at 3:00PM), but always check the website or call ahead to confirm! They are closed most holidays. For more information, call 719-578-5367.\
Your Zoo admission for the day also includes access to the Will Rogers Shrine of the Sun, a historic mountain landmark. Drive your vehicle up, then climb stairs to the top deck at 8,136′ elevation for breathtaking views of Colorado Springs and the Pikes Peak Region (weather permitting).
