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Riverside Cemetery

Denver, Colorado • Adams County

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About This Property

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Riverside Cemetery in Denver, Colorado, is a historic burial ground established in 1876. It features a diverse range of funerary architecture, including notable mausoleums and obelisks reflecting Victorian and Edwardian design sensibilities. The cemetery's landscaped grounds are interspersed with mature trees, creating a serene and contemplative atmosphere.

Property Information

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Category
District
Acreage
77
Listed Date
10/28/1994
Other Names
5am125

Significance Details

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Area of Significance
Landscape Architecture; Social History; Historic - Non-aboriginal
Periods of Significance
1875 Ad - 1949 Ad
National Historic Landmark
No
Level - International
No
Level - National
No
Level - State
No
Level - Local
Yes
Level - Not Indicated
No

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