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Congress Park is one of the most attractive and popular areas in Denver. It is a varied, historic neighborhood set around the park of the same name.

The Congress Park neighborhood features a range of properties including many Denver Squares and Bungalows. Most properties in this neighborhood tend to be fairly old, unlike some of the more recently redeveloped areas of Denver, although there are some high rise buildings dating from the 1960s. Other notable buildings include some Art Deco apartment blocks and the many grand houses along 7th Avenue.

Part of the 7th Avenue Historic District falls within the neighborhood of Congress Park. This is one of the most interesting parts of the city, with a range of architectural styles including Victorian, Mission,…

The three sites that make up the Denver Botanic Gardens provide a lot more than just a beautiful place in which to wander on a sunny day, although they are a wonderful space in which to enjoy the fresh air or take a stroll with the family. The York Street, Chatfield and Mount Goliath gardens are a hub of activity in the Denver area, holding cultural, botanical and educational events.

The gardens often hold exhibitions and events, including a program of activities specifically designed for families and children. One of the highlights of the year for many residents of Highlands Ranch is an evening listening to music among the flowers during the annual series of summer concerts, which mark their 30th year during the summer of 2010. The concerts include a…

Many natives and incomers of the Western states find themselves wondering about the history of their local area. Stories of the how the Wild West was conquered are one of the mainstays of American culture, but few of us ever get the chance to get a glimpse of what life was like for the settlers who were part of the true history of state like Colorado.

One of the most important parts of the Chatfield Botanic Gardens is the historic homestead that remains intact, and at which visitors can experience something of the life of the first settlers who made their homes in the Highland Ranch area. The homestead, dating from the 19th century, was built by German settlers. All of the ranch buildings have been kept intact, and the atmosphere of a true ranch is…