Union Station, Railway station in LoDo, Denver, United States
Description
Union Station is a railway station in Denver's LoDo neighborhood that displays Beaux-Arts architecture with white granite walls, a central hall, and retail spaces across multiple levels. The building integrates classical design elements throughout its interior layout and floor plan.
History
The original structure was built in 1881, destroyed in 1894, and rebuilt in its current form during 1914. The reconstruction marked the beginning of its role as a major transportation hub serving the region.
Culture
The station serves as a community gathering place where visitors encounter Denver's deep connection to railway history through its everyday operations. People move through the space as part of their daily routines, making this a living link to the city's past.
Practical
The station connects regional buses, light rail, and Amtrak trains while housing restaurants and shops throughout its space. Visitors can access transportation options and amenities all in one location across multiple floors.
Did you know?
The Crawford Hotel occupies the upper floors and merges contemporary hospitality with the building's preserved historical architecture. Guests sleep within a protected historic structure that simultaneously functions as an active transportation center.
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