Local Legends Corner with Colin Dickey: Tommyknockers

Local Legends Corner with Colin Dickey: Tommyknockers

Deep in the Phoenix Gold Mine in Idaho Springs, Colorado, a strange noise inspires a legend.

Every Thursday this month, writer Colin Dickey joins us to talk about the cultural history behind some of our favorite spooky legends and creatures.


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