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1290 Williams Street
Suite 102
Denver, Colorado
80218-2657
(303) 830-1651
(303) 830-1782 Fax
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History Capitol Hill is one of Denver's oldest neighborhoods dating back to 1864 when Henry Brown laid claim to a desolate hill. In 1868 Brown donated the land to build our State Capitol and continued to spearhead his dream of a residential area for the remainder of his land. Mr. J.W. Smith helped Brown reach his dream by building the "Smith's Ditch" which would supply the land with vital water. Soon after, Capitol Hill became the place to build and live. The now historic district, "Quality Hill", along Grant Street, was born and competed with the East Colfax Avenue for the most luxurious mansions and wealthiest families. The "Denver Style" architecture was created which combined a variety of classical styles and included turrets, spires and porches. The original design of the houses were hard to find.
This picture of 11th & Humboldt was taken in the early 1960's.
Shortly after the development of Capitol Hill, the 1893 "Silver Crash" hit Colorado and drove many people out of the mountains and into the growing city. The rise in population spurred the construction of modest, middle-class apartment buildings and commercial development along Colfax Ave. The "Depression Era" then brought end to many of the mansions of "Millionaires Row" and throughout Capitol Hill. Many were found in disrepair and demolished or converted into multi-unit buildings. After World War II, apartment and condominium complexes were again in demand for the veterans and their families. For the next twenty years the face of Capitol Hill slowly converted.
Unique architecture can be found on many homes throughout the Greater Capitol Hill Area.
Recently, however, the beauty and rich history of Denver has been reborn through the efforts of many preservation and historic organizations, including CHUN. Historic Designation of neighborhoods and structures have preserved and protected the beauty of Capitol Hill as well as tough zoning regulations and the active role and support of the residents themselves.
Castle Marne: The historic Castle Marne located at 16th & Race.
For more information about preserving the history of Greater Capitol Hill, please visit our friends at the Capitol Hill Directory. This page is dedicated to neighbors who are seeking to preserve the history in which they live or work. There is a wealth of helpful information and CHUN along with the Capitol Hill Directory seek to make your task easier by providing quick links to the most comprehensive information specific to preserving our neighborhood's historic architecture.
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