Why is colorado the centennial state?

Colorado is nicknamed "The Centennial State" because it became the 38th state of the United States in 1876 (one hundred years after the signing of the Declaration of Independence). All State Nicknames. Colorful Colorado. Another well- known nickname is "Colorful Colorado" because of the state's magnificent scenery of mountains, rivers and plains. read more

Colorado became a state on the 100 years anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Colorado's nickname as "the Highest State" is due to its mountains and high altitude. read more

Colorado is nicknamed the Centennial State because it entered the union in 1876, 100 years after the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The Silver State This nickname is a reference to the quantities of silver that have been mined in Colorado. read more