Pioneer Fountain, Denver

Name: Pioneer Fountain
Address: Denver, United States

#67 among attractions in Denver

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Facts and practical information

Pioneer Fountain, also known as Pioneer Monument, is a fountain and sculpture by Frederick William MacMonnies, installed in Denver, Colorado, United States. ()

Coordinates: 39°44'25"N, 104°59'15"W

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Central Denver (Downtown Denver)Denver United States

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Pioneer Fountain – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Colorado State Capitol, Denver Art Museum, Denver Dry Goods Company Building, Colorado Tribute to Veterans Monument.

~830 ftSE
Tours and exhibits about Colorado history
Colorado State Capitol, Denver
5 min walk • The Colorado State Capitol stands as a distinguished landmark in the heart of Denver, Colorado. This grand building, not only the epicenter of Colorado's legislative activity but also a historical treasure, invites visitors to explore its storied halls and learn about...
~1250 ftSW
Western and regional works over 7 stories
Denver Art Museum, Denver
7 min walk • The Denver Art Museum, a cultural beacon in the heart of Denver, Colorado, stands as a testament to the city's commitment to the arts. Known for its bold architecture and impressive collection, the museum is a must-visit destination for art enthusiasts and tourists...
0.4 miNW
Shopping, Department store
Denver Dry Goods Company Building, Denver
12 min walk • The Denver Dry Goods Company Building is a historic department store building located in downtown Denver, Colorado. For a while, the store was claimed to be the largest department store west of Chicago.
~480 ftSE
Memorial
Colorado Tribute to Veterans Monument, Denver
3 min walk • The Colorado Tribute to Veterans Monument is a memorial commemorating World War I, World War II, Korea, Vietnam, and Persian Gulf War veterans, installed outside the Colorado State Capitol, in Denver. The monument was dedicated on November 10, 1990.
~1350 ftSW
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Byers-Evans House Museum, Denver
7 min walk • The Byers–Evans House is a historic house museum in Denver, Colorado, United States. It is the home of History Colorado's Center for Colorado Women's History.
~1610 ftNW
Theater, Concerts and shows
Paramount Theatre, Denver
8 min walk • The Paramount Theatre is a concert venue in Denver, Colorado, located on Glenarm Place, near Denver's famous 16th Street Mall. The venue has a seating capacity of 1,870 but is a popular destination for large acts looking for a smaller concert setting.
~1140 ftS
Museum, History museum
History Colorado Center, Denver
6 min walk • The History Colorado Center is a museum in Denver, Colorado, USA dedicated to the history of the state of Colorado. Construction on the $111 million building started on 19 August 2009.
~1590 ftNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Denver Pavilions, Denver
8 min walk • Denver Pavilions is a shopping mall located on the 16th Street Mall in Downtown Denver, Colorado. Originally opened in 1998, the mall has over 40 stores and restaurants. An open-air mall, the Pavilions takes advantage of Denver's many sunny days.
~1570 ftE
Towering, spired 19th-century church
Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, Denver
8 min walk • The Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception is the cathedral of the Archdiocese of Denver of the Roman Catholic Church. It is located at the corner of Logan Street and Colfax Avenue in the North Capitol Hill neighborhood of central Denver.
~1570 ftN
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
American Museum of Western Art, Denver
8 min walk • The American Museum of Western Art – The Anschutz Collection is a non-profit museum located in Denver, Colorado. Founded in 2010, it is the permanent home for The Anschutz Collection, a formerly private collection of paintings that surveys the art of the American West from the early 19th century to the present.
~960 ftE
Memorial
Armenian Khachkar, Denver
5 min walk • The Armenian Khachkar is a khachkar and monument dedicated to the victims of genocide, installed outside the Colorado State Capitol, in Denver. The memorial was dedicated in 2015. It was defaced in May 2020 as part of the George Floyd protests.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Pioneer Fountain?

Nearby attractions include Colorado Tribute to Veterans Monument, Denver (3 min walk), Denver World Trade Center, Denver (4 min walk), Denver Civic Center, Denver (4 min walk), Colorado State Capitol, Denver (5 min walk).

How to get to Pioneer Fountain by public transport?

The nearest stations to Pioneer Fountain:

Bus

Broadway & West Colfax Avenue • Lines: , 9 (1 min walk)
East Colfax Avenue & Broadway • Lines: , 15, 6 (2 min walk)

Light rail

16th & California • Lines: D, F, H, L (11 min walk)
18th & California • Lines: D, F, H, L (12 min walk)

Train

Union Station (30 min walk)