HomeMy WebLinkAboutA. Pioneer Park History
NAME: Pioneer Park
ADDRESS: 400 W. Bleeker
LEGAL ADDRESS: Lots R and S, Block 36, City and Townsite of Aspen,
County of Pitkin, State of Colorado.
DATE PURCHASED: February 25, 1993
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HOW FUNDED: 6 Penny
LEGISLATION: Resolution 10-1993
DEED: Warranty Deed recorded 2/25/1993, Book 727 Page 819
Reception No. 362348
This Park was purchased from Arthur H. Stromberg and Fredna Stromberg.
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Pioneer Park was 2 lots next to their home at the Corner of Bleeker St. & 3 St.
The structures and property (Stromberg Home and the Park) are listed in the
1980 inventory of Historic Sites and Structures, as amended in 1986 and 1983.
This estate & park have long been noted as a high significant historic resource
for Aspen. Henry Webber, builder of Pioneer Park, served in several political
roles, including the mayor of Aspen. The Paepke’s who also resided at this
property, had a large influence on the cultural history of Aspen.