Heritage Square in Golden, Colorado, began as the ambitious Magic Mountain in 1959 before transforming into a quirky amusement village that thrived through the 1980s and 90s. Known for its alpine slide, colorful shops, campy Opera House shows, western stunt shootouts, and authentic German fare at the Gasthaus Beer Garden, it became a beloved destination for Colorado families. As the years went on, rides were auctioned off, buildings demolished, and the park faded into memory—leaving locals with