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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 93 Collections and/or Records:

University of Denver, Skyline Champions, Football Information, 1955, Press, Radio, Television, 1955

 Item
Identifier: U300.03.0007.00050
Abstract University of Denver Football press book. Contains the University of Denver's 1955 varsity and freshman football season schedules, 1954 varsity and freshman results, brief biographies of DU coaching staff, 1955 schedule of games listed by opponent and including DU's past record with opponent, 1955 University of Denver Football Roster, player sketches, list of lettermen returning and not returning, name pronunciation guide, press and radio information. Cover is torn, and two slips of paper...
Dates: 1955

University of Denver Stadium, between 1920-1930

 Item
Identifier: U300.01.0002.00044
Abstract

Exterior view of the University of Denver football stadium on the DU campus in Denver, Colorado (also known as ''Hilltop Stadium'' or ''Spring Hill Stadium'') from the parking area, which is nearly full. Several football players are visible on the field and sidelines.

Dates: between 1920-1930

University of Denver Stadium, 1954 September

 Item
Identifier: U300.01.0388.00061
Abstract

University of Denver (DU) Pioneers men's football stadium filled with spectators.

Dates: 1954 September

University of Denver Stadium, 1950 November

 Item
Identifier: U300.01.0388.00062
Abstract

University of Denver (DU) Pioneers men's football stadium filled with spectators.

Dates: 1950 November

University of Denver Stadium, between 1925-1930

 Item
Identifier: U300.01.0388.00070
Abstract

Exterior view of the University of Denver (DU) Pioneers men's football stadium filled with spectators.

Dates: between 1925-1930

University of Denver Stadium, 1953 April

 Item
Identifier: U300.01.0060.00026
Abstract

University of Denver (DU) Pioneers fans pack the stands of the stadium during a men's football game.

Dates: 1953 April

University of Denver Stadium, 1925 October 24

 Item
Identifier: U300.01.0060.00032
Abstract

University of Denver (DU) Pioneers fans sit in the stands of the football stadium. The structure is still under construction.

Dates: 1925 October 24

University of Denver Stadium, 1925

 Item
Identifier: U300.01.0060.00049
Abstract

University of Denver (DU) Pioneers football spectators sit in the stands of the stadium.

Dates: 1925

University of Denver Stadium, 1925

 Item
Identifier: U300.01.0060.00050
Abstract

University of Denver (DU) Pioneers football spectators sit in the stands of the stadium.

Dates: 1925

University of Denver, University of Utah, October 20, 1934, 1934 October 20

 Item
Identifier: U300.03.0084.00002
Abstract

Program for the University of Denver (DU) football game against Utah University on October 10, 1934 at the University of Denver Stadium in Denver, Colorado. Program includes: team rosters, statistics, schedules, cheers, song lyrics, team and individual player portraits.

Dates: 1934 October 20