Sullivan Gateway

Listed: 2012

Constructed: 1917

Threat: Deterioration; vandalism

Closest Town to Resource: Denver

Significance: Located on the north side of Colfax Ave, Sullivan Gateway is an impressive entrance to Denver’s City Park. Inspired by the City Beautiful Movement, the gateway has two curving terra cotta walls, fountains, and two 40-foot-tall sculptures representing early Colorado agriculture and mining. At the time of listing, the walls were broken and deteriorating, damaged by vandals and graffiti. There is much local support for saving Sullivan Gateway, and the city has supported restoring the site and has applied to the State Historical Fund for grants.

Site Needs: Community outreach to demonstrate large support to the city, adequate funding, and publicity about the rehabilitation effort.

Update: Phase I and II of a 3-part rehabilitation of the east and west lions head fountains, and adjacent walls are complete with SHF grant and City Parks CIP funding. Phase III restoration of the statuary and remaining walls were completed in 2020.