A Museum Without Items is…? In the legendary Colorado mining town of Cripple Creek, Pearl DeVere opened the Parlour House in 1896 and made it a top-of-the-line brothel, with indoor plumbing and electricity. “Guests” had to provide references, get a credit check and put down $50 with each reservation. The place remained a brothel until 1919, then it served various functions. In 1958, it became a museum owned by the Wild Horse Casino. The gambling establishment closed last fall, and Doubl
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