Golden/Arvada
Golden is located on the western edge of the metro area, nestled against the foothills on the west and the Table Mesas on the east. Golden was once the territorial capital of Colorado. The current population is approximately 24,000.
Arvada, one of the largest and oldest Denver suburbs, was founded in 1869. The current population is approximately 100,000. Arvada is located about 12 miles north of downtown Denver. (Click on the thumbnails for larger pics)
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Downtown Golden
A view looking north on Washington Avenue towards the downtown area. |
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Downtown Golden
Another view down Washington Avenue. |
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New Construction in Golden
A new office building in the downtown area, with the Coors Brewery in the background. |
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Old Towne Arvada
The Old Towne - downtown - area has not changed much in the last 100 years. |
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Old Towne Arvada
Looking south on Wadsworth Boulevard. |
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