Celebrate Highlands Ranch
Metro District by the numbers
26 parks
2,650 acres of open space
70+ miles of trails
98,000 people
40 years of building a unique community
Then and now at Northridge Park Northridge Park, 8800 S. Broadway, opened in 1982 as the first park in our community. The photo below taken during the dedication celebration that year, shows newly planted trees, which over the years have grown into a large, beautiful canopy. View more vintage pictures of Highlands Ranch at highlandsranch.org/40thanniversary.
Did you know... Highlands Ranch and Douglas County have received many accolades over the last few decades. Our community has been named among the
healthiest communities in the nation and among the best places to live
over the years. Learn more about our community’s national recognition at highlandsranch.org/community-recognition.
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Spring ‘21
Timeless beauty on display at the Mansion This year the Highlands Ranch Mansion is celebrating its 130th anniversary, and one of the oldest pieces inside the historic estate is a stately grandfather clock in the living room. The clock is believed to have been built in the early 1900s and sold by Walter Durfee, who was known for his clock line of unequaled quality. The wooden case was hand carved in Italy and features 14 cherub faces in addition to two winged angels on the sides. The clock measures approximately 5.5 feet tall and was built into the studs of the room. While it looks quite imposing and heavy, much of it is hollow. “It is such a stunning piece, and completely unique to the Mansion. Its cheerful Westminster chimes and bells have been echoing through the building’s halls for almost a century now,” said Susie Appleby, volunteer and historic programs coordinator. Among other delicate details, a phrase is inscribed across the bottom of the wall clock and is from Dante’s Divine Comedy. The saying roughly translates to, “Time passes, but man perceives it not.” Don’t let time slip by – plan your visit today to learn more about the Mansion. Historic tours are offered both in person and virtually. Learn about upcoming opportunities at highlandsranchmansion.com/calendar or by calling 303-791-0177. 6
