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Red Rocks Park District
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National Register of Historic Places

Red Rocks Park District

Also known as Red Rocks Park; Mount Morrison Civilian Conservation District

A district of 23 historic buildingsOn the Register since 1990
PuebloListed 1990Morrison

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About the district

Red Rocks Park District, at 16351 Co. Rd. 93, was added to the National Register of Historic Places on May 18, 1990. It was among the first 3 of Morrison’s 5 listings. The Register lists it for its town planning, conservation, recreation and architecture, at the local level. It describes its style as Pueblo, as it does for 4 other Colorado listings. The district takes in 23 historic buildings. It was listed as part of Denver Mountain Parks MPS. The listing covers 659.2 acres.

What it isHistoric district in Jefferson County, Colorado, United States. From Wikidata (CC0). Read about it on Wikipedia ↗

PDFRead the original nominationThe form that put it on the Register, with its history, photos and a map · 57 MB · National Archives↗
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16351 Co. Rd. 93, Morrison

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5 more Register listings within 2 miles

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Questions about Red Rocks Park District

Is Red Rocks Park District on the National Register of Historic Places?

Yes. It was added on May 18, 1990 (Register number 90000725).

Is Red Rocks Park District a National Historic Landmark?

No. It is on the National Register; Colorado has 25 National Historic Landmarks. The nearest is Denver Civic Center, 12.5 miles away.

Can you visit Red Rocks Park District?

Yes: it is open to visitors. Check opening times before you go.

Where can I read the history of Red Rocks Park District?

In its National Register nomination, the form that put it on the Register: a 57 MB PDF at the National Archives, linked on this page.

Sources: National Park Service, National Register of Historic Places (05/22/2026) · National Archives catalog record 84126677 · Wikidata. Map tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors.