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Wheat Ridge’s Celery Farmers: A Labor of Love
Long before Wheat Ridge was known for its parks and neighborhoods, it was known for something else, celery. In the 1930s, celery farming was a way of life for many Wheat Ridge families. It was hard work that required long days, strong backs, and a little luck with the weather. If a family was fortunate,
Wheat Ridge Parks & Recreation Staff
August 31, 2026
