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University of Denver Stadium (Denver, Colo.)

 Organization

Biography

Groundbreaking of the stadium began in 1925. Football stadium opened to a game with Colorado School of Mines in 1926. It was later demolished in 1971 and replaced by tennis courts and fields.

Citation:
Breck, A.D. (1996). From the rockies to the world (pg.117); “Football Victory Caps Formal Dedication of Huge Pioneer Stadium,” University of Denver Clarion, vol. 31, no. 3, October 7, 1926, 1.

Breck, A.D. (1996). From the rockies to the world (pg. 183); Board of Trustees Minutes – Volume S: page 33, 36.

University of Denver. Special Collections and Archives. University of Denver Buildings Collection. Communique. (1971). [U123.01.0009.0023].

Scope Note

Use for: Hilltop Stadium (Denver, Colo.)

Biography

Ground Breaking for the "Hill Top" Stadium in 1925.

Sources

Card Catalog. Administration- Board of Trustees.

Biography

Dedication of Stadium on October 2nd, 1926.

Sources

“Stadium- Groundbreaking/Dedication, 1925 – 1926,” University of Denver Buildings Collection. [U123.01.0009.0020]; University of Denver. Special Collections and Archives. University of Denver Buildings Collection. Dedication program. [U123.01.0009.0020].

Found in 69 Collections and/or Records:

University of Denver Aerial View, between 1950-1955

 Item
Identifier: U300.01.0063.00086
Abstract

Aerial view of the University of Denver (DU) with the University of Denver Stadium and Field House Arena visible.

Dates: between 1950-1955

University of Denver Athletic Director Ellison Ketchum and Alfred Nelson, between 1944-1950

 Item
Identifier: U300.01.0063.00091
Abstract

University of Denver (DU) Athletic Director Ellison Ketchum and Dean of the Community College Alfred Nelson look over the construction of the east stands of the University of Denver Stadium in Denver, Colorado.

Dates: between 1944-1950

University of Denver Campus, 1940

 Item
Identifier: U300.01.0002.00215
Abstract

Aerial view of the University of Denver University Park campus in the early 1940s. In foreground, left to right: University Hall; Iliff School of Theology, and the Mary Reed Building (then the Mary Reed Library). In middle, left to right: the Alumni Gymnasium, Margery Reed Hall, Buchtel Memorial Chapel, and Science Hall. In background: DU Hilltop Stadium, before the construction of the Field House Arena.

Dates: 1940

University of Denver Field House Arena Construction, 1971-1972

 Item
Identifier: U300.01.0062.00054
Abstract

Construction of the University of Denver (DU) Pioneers Field House Arena.

Dates: 1971-1972

University of Denver Football Stadium Construction, 1925 August 1

 Item
Identifier: U300.01.0050.00001
Abstract

University of Denver (DU) Stadium photograph taken during construction in 1925. Image shows a side view of the home stands being constructed.

Dates: 1925 August 1

University of Denver Football Stadium Construction, 1925 August 1

 Item
Identifier: U300.01.0050.00002
Abstract

University of Denver (DU) Stadium photograph taken during construction in 1925. Image shows members of the construction crew working on the home stands.

Dates: 1925 August 1

University of Denver Football Stadium Construction, 1925 August 1

 Item
Identifier: U300.01.0050.00003
Abstract

University of Denver (DU) Stadium photograph taken during construction in 1925. Image shows the outside of the grass field and dirt track.

Dates: 1925 August 1

University of Denver Football Stadium Construction, 1925 July 13

 Item
Identifier: U300.01.0050.00004
Abstract

University of Denver (DU) Stadium photograph taken during construction in 1925. Image shows the construction of the home stands as the two large pillars give balance.

Dates: 1925 July 13

University of Denver Football Stadium Construction, 1925 August 1

 Item
Identifier: U300.01.0050.00005
Abstract

University of Denver (DU) Stadium photograph taken during construction in 1925. Image shows a distant view of the stadium while in construction. The grass field is visible in the middle and the pillars of the home stands are on the right.

Dates: 1925 August 1

University of Denver Football Stadium Construction, 1925 August 1

 Item
Identifier: U300.01.0050.00006
Abstract

University of Denver (DU) Stadium photograph taken during construction in 1925. Image shows the home stands in the midst of construction as seats are being formed.

Dates: 1925 August 1