February 1 is an important date in Colorado history. Here are 5 interesting facts that are associated with this day:

1. The first Colorado territorial legislature held its session on February 1, 1861. The newly formed government used the Presbyterian Church in Denver as their hall of legislation.

2. Ford Frick, a Colorado native, was born on February 1, 1894. Frick would grow up to become a prominent baseball executive, serving as the president of the National League from 1934 to 1951 and later as the commissioner of baseball from 1951 to 1965.

3. On February 1, 1913, the city of Denver experienced a devastating flood that would result in the deaths of at least 5 people and the destruction of numerous homes and businesses throughout the city.

4. Edmund L. Noel, a prominent Colorado attorney and civil rights advocate, was born on February 1, 1924. Noel was instrumental in challenging segregation and discrimination in Colorado during the 1950s and 1960s.

5. El Pomar Foundation, one of Colorado's largest and most influential philanthropic organizations, was established on February 1, 1937. The foundation was created by Spencer and Julie Penrose and has provided millions of dollars in grants to nonprofit organizations throughout the state.