Historic Denver is one of only two organizations allowed to host an event in the elegant lobby of the historic Brown Palace Hotel and Spa.
Historic Denver's 41st Annual Dinner and Awards Ceremony was held Wednesday, November 2 at the Brown Palace Hotel and Spa. To learn more about the award winners, view the Community Preservation Awards video below produced by Havey Productions.
Historic Denver: Community Preservation Awards 2011 from Havey Productions on Vimeo.
Silver Sponsors:
Bronze Sponsors:
Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck
Fuller Sotheby's International Realty/Wolfe Group
Lowe, Fell & Skogg
NAI Shames Makovsky Realty
Spectrum General Contractors
Building Restoration Specialties
Other Sponsors:
City and County of Denver
Colorado State Historical Fund
Hein & Associates
Hensel Phelps
Humphries Poli Architects
JVA Engineers
Kaplan, Kirsch, Rockwell
Magnolia Hotel
Northern Trust Bank
Otten Johnson Robinson Neff & Ragonetti
RedPeak Properties
Sage Hospitality Resources Sherman & Howard
SlaterPaull Architects
Sprung Construction/Centennial Bank
St. Charles Town Company
Suncor Energy
Tryba Architects
Union Station Neighborhood Company
Ann Love Award, named after former First Lady Ann Love and given to an individual who might not be generally regarded as a traditional preservationist, but has nonetheless shown himself or herself to embody the spirit of preservation:
For more than two decades Larry Williams was a key force behind the preservation and careful stewardship of dozens of historic schools in the Denver Public School system. As an architect for DPS Williams was charged with making key decisions that impacted school renovations, additions and demolitions. His leadership was particularly appreciated during the extensive rehabilitation of Dora Moore Elementary at 8th & Corona.
Molly Brown Award, honoring a woman who has demonstrated a Molly Brown-like passion for
making Denver a stronger community:
The late Carla Madison had tremendous passion for life and like Molly Brown herself, she was willing to try almost anything. An avid traveler with degrees in geography and physical therapy Madison also once worked as a costumer in a theater and a hot air balloon pilot, but what set her apart most was her dedication to the Denver community. Madison was a tireless advocate for neighborhoods and quality of life. As a councilwoman she helped to better protect the San Rafael National Register Historic District, the Humboldt Street Historic District and to create two new historic districts in Curtis Park. Carla also shared Margaret “Molly” Brown’s flare for fashion and was known to don Victorian garb, complete with an elaborate hat, when the occasion permitted.
Keystone Award, honoring an individual(s) who has made a significant lifetime contribution to historic preservation in Denver:
Lane & Ellen Ittelson moved to Denver in 1982 and became immediate assets in the preservation community. Lane served as the first Director of the Colorado State Historical Fund and is currently the Executive Director of the Colorado Historical Foundation. Ellen is a senior planner for the City of Denver and has been an instrumental leader on projects including the innovative creation of the Downtown Historic District, the Lower Downtown Neighborhood Plan, Blue Print Denver, and Denver Union Station.
Community Preservation Awards, given to a small number of local projects representing exceptional contributions to the preservation of Denver’s heritage and its historic structures:
Bromwell Elementary – For over ten years teachers at Denver Public School Bromwell Elementary teachers of the third grade classrooms immerse students in history by taking them on fieldtrips to LoDo, the Molly Brown House and the state capitol, integrating planning and architecture presentations into classroom activities and by assigning one culminating project- the recreation, in model form, of the student’s favorite historic building. While all Colorado students study local history in the 3rd or 4th grade, Bromwell has made an exceptional commitment to history and preservation through this innovative unit.
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Daniels & Fisher Tower – Finished in 1911 the Daniels & Fisher Tower is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year. The building is now divided into separate commercial condominiums and is governed by an owner’s association, and while many have contributed to its preservation, several past and present owners give credit for its careful stewardship to Richard Hentzell, who has served as the building’s advocate for many years. Multiple phases of renovation have kept the tower standing proudly through its first century.
Einfeldt Pump House –Denver Water constructed the Pump Station in 1932 to help spread its services to the growing city. In the 1960s the pumping station was expanded to include a small cinder block structure to house decentralized Transmission and Distribution Crews. By 2001 Denver Water realized that the 1960s addition was no longer adequate and began preparing to replace the structure, however this time they recognized that the new facility should be more closely integrated with the original. Their efforts resulted in a successful and complimentary new structure that is partner to the 1932 neighborhood landmark and an asset to the community. The project was designed by Wong Strauch Architects and constructed by Panattoni Construction.
Engine House No. 5 — Constructed in 1922 as an Engine House for the City and County of Denver Fire Department, the building at 19th and Market is listed as a contributing building in the Lower Downtown Historic District. SLATERPAULL Architects purchased and completed the renovation of the structure in 2011. The architecture firm made a commitment to also making the restoration “green” and is seeking LEED certification.
Holland House — When Shirley Kinneally purchased the home at 2340 S. Josephine, now known as the Holland House, she knew she’d found something special. One of only four residential buildings designed to be built entirely of concrete by innovative architect Eugene Groves the home is a rare find. In 2010 Shirley sought individual designation for the property. The home is now protected in perpetuity and can be appreciated and admired for decades to come. It is the only Groves House to have this level of protection.
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Each year at our Annual Dinner Historic Denver awards three individual acheivement awards and several awards for deserving community preservation projects. With more than 40 years of history the honorees are now an impressive group of civic leaders. To learn more about past winners watch the awards videos from the last five years!
Honorees: Keystone Award: Don & Carolyn Etter, Molly Brown Award: Susan Barnes-Gelt, Ann Love Award: Stephen Leonard. Community Preservation Awards: Curtis Park Neighbors, Allen M. Ghost Historic District, Cornwall Apartments, Sage Building, 16th Street Mall Steering Committee.
Historic Denver Awards 2010 from Havey Productions on Vimeo.
Honorees: Keystone Award: Peter Dominick, Molly Brown Award: Georgi Contiguglia, Ann Love Award: Mayor John Hickenlooper. Community Preservation Awards: Aromor Apartments, Clayton Campus, Rocky Mountain Seed Company, Dry Ice Factory, Wazee Exhange.
Historic Denver Community Preservation Awards 2009 from Havey Productions on Vimeo.
Honorees: Keystone Award: Barbara & Dennis Baldwin, Molly Brown Award: Mary Voelz Chandler, Ann Love Award: Michael Henry. Community Preservation Awards: Rock Island Building, American Woodman’s Life Building, Old San Raphael Neighborhood Association
Historic Denver: Annual Awards 2008 from Havey Productions on Vimeo.
Honorees: Molly Brown Award: Ellen Fisher, Ann Love Award: Walter Isenberg. Community Preservation Awards: Friends of Washington Park School, Historic Doyle Benton House, Landmark Preservation Commission of the City & County of Denver, Olinger Mortuary.
Historic Denver: Annual Awards 2007 from Havey Productions on Vimeo.
Honorees: Molly Brown Award: Councilwoman Jeanne Robb, Ann Love Award: Joyce Meskis. Community Preservation Awards: Project: Hughes/Brody Home, Colorado Colfax Marathon, Historic Bauer Building, Denver area Episcopal Church, Lowenstein Theater.
Historic Denver: Annual Awards 2006 from Havey Productions on Vimeo.
