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University of Denver Stadium (Denver, Colo.)

 Organization

Biography

Groundbreaking of the stadium began in 1925. Football stadium opened to a game with Colorado School of Mines in 1926. It was later demolished in 1971 and replaced by tennis courts and fields.

Citation:
Breck, A.D. (1996). From the rockies to the world (pg.117); “Football Victory Caps Formal Dedication of Huge Pioneer Stadium,” University of Denver Clarion, vol. 31, no. 3, October 7, 1926, 1.

Breck, A.D. (1996). From the rockies to the world (pg. 183); Board of Trustees Minutes – Volume S: page 33, 36.

University of Denver. Special Collections and Archives. University of Denver Buildings Collection. Communique. (1971). [U123.01.0009.0023].

Scope Note

Use for: Hilltop Stadium (Denver, Colo.)

Biography

Ground Breaking for the "Hill Top" Stadium in 1925.

Sources

Card Catalog. Administration- Board of Trustees.

Biography

Dedication of Stadium on October 2nd, 1926.

Sources

“Stadium- Groundbreaking/Dedication, 1925 – 1926,” University of Denver Buildings Collection. [U123.01.0009.0020]; University of Denver. Special Collections and Archives. University of Denver Buildings Collection. Dedication program. [U123.01.0009.0020].

Found in 529 Collections and/or Records:

University of Denver, Pioneer Pigskin Review, Wyoming vs. Denver, Thursday, November 24, 1955, University of Denver Stadium, 1955

 Item
Identifier: U300.03.0007.00040
Abstract

Program for the University of Denver football game against University of Wyoming on Thursday, November 24 1955 at University of Denver Stadium in Denver, Colorado. Program includes: team rosters, statistics, schedules, team and individual player portraits, school songs and yells. Cover illustration by Larry Tisdale.

Dates: 1955

University of Denver Presents a Preview of the 1954 Pioneers, 21st Annual Spring Football Game, D. U. Stadium, June 4, 8:15 p.m., 1953

 Item
Identifier: U300.03.0007.00056
Abstract

Program for 1953 Spring Football game previewing the 1954 University of Denver Pioneer Football team. Program lists the team rosters: Whites coached by Jack Carberry versus the Reds coached by Chet Nelson, probable starting lineups. Page 4 contains an order form for 1954 season tickets.

Dates: 1953

University of Denver Recreational Soccer Match, 1975

 Item
Identifier: U300.01.0001.00015.00001
Abstract

A University of Denver recreational men's soccer player controls the ball during a match at the DU stadium in Denver, Colorado in 1975.

Dates: 1975

University of Denver Reds vs. Golds. A Preview of the 1955 Pioneers., 1955 April 30

 Item
Identifier: U300.05.0024.00101
Abstract

1955 University of Denver (DU) Pioneers men's football scrimmage game program between the team. One team is the Reds, the other team is the Golds. Noted as the 22nd annual spring football game on April 30, 1955 at the University of Denver (DU) Stadium in Denver, Colorado. Program features rosters and coaches for both teams as well as a 1955 home football schedule.

Dates: 1955 April 30

University of Denver, Reds vs. Golds, A Preview of the 1955 Pioneers, 22nd Annual Spring Football Game, D. U. Stadium, April 30, 2 p.m., 1954

 Item
Identifier: U300.03.0007.00057
Abstract

Program for 1954 Spring Football game previewing the 1955 University of Denver Pioneer Football team. Program lists the team rosters: Reds coached by Chet Nelson versus the Golds coached by Jack Carberry, probable starting lineups. Page 4 contains 1955 DU home football game schedule and an order form for 1955 season tickets. Embossed: RMW Library of Max Willsey.

Dates: 1954

University of Denver, Reds vs. Golds, A Preview of the 1955 Pioneers, 22nd Annual Spring Football Game, D. U. Stadium, April 30, 2 p.m., 1954

 Item
Identifier: U300.03.0007.00058
Abstract

Program for 1954 Spring Football game previewing the 1955 University of Denver Pioneer Football team. Program lists the team rosters: Reds coached by Chet Nelson versus the Golds coached by Jack Carberry, probable starting lineups. Page 4 contains 1955 DU home football game schedule and an order form for 1955 season tickets.

Dates: 1954

University of Denver Residence Halls, between 1958-1973

 Item
Identifier: U201.01.0033.0018.00002
Abstract

Aerial view of residence halls on the University of Denver campus in Denver, Colorado. Includes the University of Denver's Hilltop Stadium, and downtown Denver in the background.

Dates: between 1958-1973

University of Denver, Skyline Champions, Football Information, 1955, Press, Radio, Television, 1955

 Item
Identifier: U300.03.0007.00049
Abstract

University of Denver Football press book. Contains the University of Denver's 1955 varsity and freshman football season schedules, 1954 varsity and freshman results, brief biographies of DU coaching staff, 1955 schedule of games listed by opponent and including DU's past record with opponent, 1955 University of Denver Football Roster, player sketches, list of lettermen returning and not returning, name pronunciation guide, press and radio information.

Dates: 1955

University of Denver, Skyline Champions, Football Information, 1955, Press, Radio, Television, 1955

 Item
Identifier: U300.03.0007.00050
Abstract University of Denver Football press book. Contains the University of Denver's 1955 varsity and freshman football season schedules, 1954 varsity and freshman results, brief biographies of DU coaching staff, 1955 schedule of games listed by opponent and including DU's past record with opponent, 1955 University of Denver Football Roster, player sketches, list of lettermen returning and not returning, name pronunciation guide, press and radio information. Cover is torn, and two slips of paper...
Dates: 1955

University of Denver Stadium, between 1930-1970

 Item
Identifier: U300.01.0004.00126
Abstract

Aerial view of the side of the University of Denver stadium in Denver, Colorado. A tennis court is partially visible, and a high relief sculpture is visible in the foreground.

Dates: between 1930-1970