Ninth Street Historic Park

The current Auraria Campus just west of downtown Denver which includes Community College of Denver, Metropolitan State University of Denver, and University of Colorado Denver, decimated a vibrant, historic Hispanic neighborhood which formerly existed on the site. Auraria was actually Denver’s oldest neighborhood and predated the City of Denver. All of this was leveled in 1973 in the name of progress and urban renewal. After escalating protests and demonstrations by the displaced community, the authorities agreed to preserve some of the most historic structures including three churches, the Tivoli Brewery complex, and a few homes. This one historic, residential block is now a tranquil oasis amidst the bustling educational campus. There are 13 Victorian homes built between 1872 and 1906 plus an historic retail space. The Golda Meir House, where the Israeli prime minister lived during her time in Denver, was moved to the campus in 1988. This is the oldest residential area in Denver and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and as a Denver Landmark. All of the structures have been restored and are occupied by campus offices these days. The public is free to wander up and down the block or to sit on a bench to enjoy the beautiful space which seems to sit in its own little bubble of the past.

An amazing location for viewing beautifully restored/preserved 100+ year old homes. All still in use as office space for the college. Could easily spend an hour here just reading the historical plaques. Great picnic spot.

Interesting and historical houses. I grew up in a Victorian house in England. Only one of them matched this era... rest were more European and dare I say it.. slightly german... none the less... it’s a nice 15 min experience in Denver

Beautiful place to hang out, study, read a book, take your dog. It's a spacious area, and I've seen it used for a lot of things throughout the years!