Historic Ninth Street Park

The 9th Street Historic Park is one city block consisting of 14 homes built between 1872 and 1906 and is located on the southwest side of the Auraria Campus.  It was a prehistoric meeting place for the Arapaho Indians and the site of the original settlement that became Denver, and one of the city’s oldest neighborhoods. Once a run-down mix of shops, houses and warehouses, it was a site rich with history.

In 1970, a grassroots movement was made to preserve the city block and the historical buildings were spared demolition and endured an impressive restoration process. In 1977, the three-acre park was officially opened to the public.

Ninth Street Historic Park is now the oldest restored residential area in the City of Denver and is home to a variety of university offices, restaurants and other businesses. The Ninth Street Historic Park remains on the Denver Landmark Preservation list and the National Register of Historic Places.

Whether you are an architecture and history buff, or someone who just enjoys relaxing, sunning and enjoying a lively park in the heart of downtown Denver, the Ninth Street Historic Park should be an essential part of exploring Denver.