Modern Architecture Walking Tour of Central Boulder

Join Docomomo Colorado and Historic Boulder Inc. (HBI) for a walking tour of Modern Design Era buildings in Boulder.
About this Event

✦ About the Tour ✦ 

Boulder has a remarkable amount of high quality, ‘Modern Era’ architecture.  For over 50 years, HBI has advocated for the appreciation and preservation of properties that contribute to the heritage, culture, and spirit of Boulder. An area of interest and importance is the contribution of Modern architecture that took place in the period from 1935 to 1975. HBI has surveyed the city and environs to identify notable examples of this design approach that are easily visible to the public. This walking tour focuses on the central Boulder neighborhood, highlighting 20 modern era examples of architecture. The tour will be led by Leonard Segel, a former Executive Director of HBI. 

✦ About the Tour Guide ✦  

Leonard Segel is an architect, having practiced in several design firms over a 40-year career. Born in Pennsylvania, he achieved a master’s degree in architecture at the University of Michigan. He has been involved with the following preservation activities: Founding board member of the Modern Architecture Preservation League, board member of Historic Boulder Inc., Co-author of the ‘Historic Context and Survey of Modern Architecture in Boulder’, founding board member of the Colorado chapter of DOCOMOMO and an active member of HBI. Additionally, he has served on the boards of Golden West Senior Living, the Museum of Boulder, and the Urban Land Institute. Len and his wife Rachel reside in Boulder County, having moved here from New York City in 1989. 

✦ Accessibility ✦ 

The tour involves walking on sidewalks and pavement. 

✦ Parking & Meeting Location ✦ 

We will meet at The Museum of Boulder at 2205 Broadway, Boulder, CO 80302 and the tour will end at the Boulder High School at 1604 Arapahoe Ave, Boulder, CO 80302.

There are street parking and garage spots available throughout central Boulder near the Museum of Boulder where the tour will begin.

Please note that tours take place rain, snow or shine. If your tour includes an outdoor portion, please dress for the weather. A member of the Docomomo team will contact all attendees directly should a tour be canceled for any reason.

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