In action since 1881, downtown Denver’s landmark train station reopened to great fanfare in July 2014 after a $54 million renovation that included the creation of The Crawford Hotel. Denver Union Station commemorated the 10th anniversary of this epic revitalization this year with the completion of significant renovations and a three-day community celebration held from July 12-14. The refresh included the remodeling of all 112 hotel guest rooms, redesigning of the Great Hall and The Cooper Lounge, and upgrading of 8,000 square feet of meeting and event space.
Public events during the celebratory weekend included a Neighborhood Night, Community Day, and an opulent black-tie gala that included music by the Colorado Symphony Quartet and DJ Chris, entertainment by local painter Grow Love, and live ice carving. On-site restaurants and bars served up refreshments for the 500 attendees, and over $200,000 was raised for more than 30 Colorado nonprofits.
