Cheesman Park

Cheesman Park is one of Denver’s oldest neighborhoods with city plats dating back to 1868. Built on the site of a 19^th-century cemetery, the land was repurposed as parkland in 1890 and completed in the early 1900s. The park and surrounding neighborhood were renamed Cheesman Park following a considerable donation from the widow of Walter S. Cheesman to construct the neoclassical pavilion in the park known as Denver’s “Temple in the Sun”.

What To Expect

A key neighborhood in Mayor Speer’s City Beautiful initiative, Cheesman Park embodies the varying architectural styles popular at the time, including Spanish, Greek, and Colonial revival styles, as well as the iconic Denver Square. The immediate area surrounding the neighborhood’s namesake park was almost totally developed by 1915 by the city’s wealthiest residents who built many of the larger homes that still remain. Today the neighborhood has an assortment of pre-war condominium buildings, contemporary luxury high-rises, quaint single-family homes, and historic mansions.

Why We Love It

Renowned for its beauty and culture, the neighborhood is consistently a city favorite, attracting a diverse range of residents from mansion dwellers to apartment renters, all drawn to the idyllic and welcoming way of life that Cheesman Park affords. Locals can enjoy the Colorado outdoor lifestyle with all the benefits of urban city living. Mature trees, historic homes, and the eponymous park embellish the timeless elegance and charm that residents love.

Neighborhood Diaries: Cheesman Park

Come and take a look around Cheesman Park with our local expert, resident, and team leader David Schlichter!

Everything You Need To Know

Restaurants

Potager

1109 N. Ogden St.

Locally sourced and seasonally driven food served in a relaxed rustic bistro setting.

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Restaurants

Fruition

1313 E. 6^th Ave.

Intimate neighborhood restaurant serving Chef Alex Seidel’s interpretation of sophisticated comfort food.

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Bars

B&GC

249 Columbine St.

Art Deco speakeasy featuring a sophisticated cocktail menu located in nearby Cherry Creek.

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Coffee

Copper Door Coffee

1085 York St.

Local female owned small batch coffee roaster located in the Denver Botanic Gardens.

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Coffee

Thump Coffee

1201 E. 13^th Ave.

Denver outpost of the beloved Bend, OR, roastery set in a minimalist space with plenty of seating.

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Speciality

Sweet Cooie’s

3506 E. 12^th Ave.

Classically inspired ice cream and confectionary shop owned by the Little Man Ice Cream Company.

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Activities

Denver Botanic Gardens

1007 York St.

One of the top botanic gardens in the nation offering a wide range of gardens and collections on 24 acres.

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Activities

Cheesman Park

E 13^th Ave., High St., E 8^th Ave., and Franklin St.

Over 80-acres of urban park land featuring a pavilion, fountains, picnic areas, and playgrounds.

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Wellness

Axis Pilates

1138 E. 6^th Ave.

Neighborhood Pilates Studio offering Pilates Reformer, Indoor Cycling and Suspension training for core and cardio conditioning.

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Shopping

Homebody

2920 E. 6^th Ave.

Home and lifestyle store carrying an evolving selection of inventory sourced from Europe, Africa, India, and the US.

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Shopping

Meek Vintage

1712 E. 6^th Ave.

A local goldmine for curated vintage and handmade goods in a light and airy boutique.

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Shopping

Wild Flowers

1201 Madison St.

Garden-theme gift shop specializing in home accessories, candles, books, and house plants.

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