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Governor's Residence at the Boettcher Mansion
400 East 8th Avenue, Denver 80203
Free Parking in the Governor's Residence Lot
Southwest corner of Logan Street and East 8th Avenue

These events are brought to you by the Governor's Residence Preservation Fund.
Directions to the Governor's Residence are available on our Visit Colorado's Home page.

Featured Event: A Celebration of Premier Colorado Wines

Wednesday, August 25th, 6-9 pm:
A Celebration of Premier Colorado Wines”
First Lady Jeannie Ritter, the Governor's Residence Preservation Fund, The American Wine Society and the Colorado Wine Industry Development Board invite you to sample award winning wines at the Governor's Residence.
Dress is Business Casual or Garden Attire
Tickets ~ $50 per person or $90 per couple
RSVP to 303.837.8350 Extension 4, on Blacktie-Colorado, or by emailing cindy@grpfund.org.

Parking is available in the parking lots on the Southwest corner of Logan Street and East Eight Avenue. Enter via northbound Logan Street.

2010 Tours of the Boettcher Mansion

September and October, 2010
Elementary School Tours
call Edna Pelzmann at 303.866.4747 or Simon Maghakyan at 303.866.4288 after August 2nd for registration details

December 11th to 17th, 10am - 2pm
Holiday Tours
Free and open to the public
Elegance and delightful holiday decor combine at Colorado's Home with a guided tour from 10am to 2pm. Tours are free and no reservations are required.

For more information on events put on by the Governor’s Residence Preservation Fund, please contact Cindy Starks at cindy@grpfund.org.

Other Upcoming Events

Monday, October 11th:
In the Buff”
MONDAYS AT THE MANSION are Back!
On October 11th we are delighted to welcome one of the University of Colorado's best traditions!
In the Buff will be our guest performers for the first time ever. CU's men a cappella group is better than ever. Join them as they celebrate 17 years of innovative music with new songs and some old alumni favorites!

November 8th:
Program to be announced

December 13th:
“We are ringing in the season again with the Rocky Mountain Ringers!”

Delight in the mansion at its most beautiful.
The “Holiday Reception” features wonderful holiday treats.

Watch for announcements of our:
• Holiday Party!

2010 Events Archive

Thursday, the fifteenth of July at seven o'clock in the evening
Colorado Homes & LifestylesThe Garden Party at the Governor's Residence is the signature fundraising event for the Governor's Residence Preservation Fund.

Join First Lady Jeannie Ritter for this magical evening at 'Colorado's Home'. Enjoy the mansion's treasures, the historic South Terrace and the charming Vicki and Jack Thompson Garden.

This event was sponsored by Colorado Homes & Lifestyles Magazine and by LaLa's Wine Bar and Pizzeria, Marlowe's, DIAGEO and d Bar Desserts.


June 5th, July 10th and August 7th from 11:00am - 2:00pm
SATURDAY FAMILY DAYS
Bring the whole family for fun activities at “Colorado’s Home”. Tour the historic residence, explore the Gardens and enjoy the beautifully restored Carriage House. Children’s activities, music, dance, costumed interpreters and more!


May 10th:
“Piano in the Drawing Room: Rekha Ohal”
Rekha OhalBack by popular demand, you will love Rekha’s whimsical and unique music played on the 1914 Steinway piano in the home’s Drawing Room. Join us for a reception in the majestic Palm Room. The champage reception in the palm room will spill onto the south terrace. Reception begins at 5:15pm, the performance begins at 6:00pm.

April 17th and 18th, 10am -2pm
Doors Open Denver
Free and open to the public
Enjoy the classic elegance of Colorado's Home with a guided tour from 10am to 2pm. Tours are free and no reservations are required.

March 8th, 5:30 until 7:30pm
A Celebration of Celtic Music with Skean Dubh
Please join us as we welcome Skean Dubh for an evening of Irish and Scottish Music. Ballads, Airs, Traditional Melodies and, yes, Pub Music will fill the air of “Colorado’s Home.” We are also very pleased to welcome Irish Dancers Miss Kathryn Pottinger and Mr. Mark Pottinger.

 

Events at the Boettcher Mansion
The Colorado Governor's Residence hosts a wide range of events and tours throughout the year. We encourage you to stop by and enjoy this unique part of Colorado history and culture.

Boettcher Mansion, 1948
The Moffat County High School Band performing in the gardens at the Governor's Residence.