Long before Wheat Ridge was known for its parks and neighborhoods, it was known for something else, celery. In the 1930s, celery farming was a way of life for many Wheat Ridge families. It was hard work that required long days, strong backs, and a little luck with the weather. If a family was fortunate,
Panorama Park holds a special place in Wheat Ridge history as the oldest park in the City’s Parks and Recreation system. Originally constructed in the early 1950s, the approximately 9.3-acre park has served as a community gathering place for generations. Located along 35th Avenue between Fenton Street and Depew Street, Panorama Park sits on land
Randall Park is one of Wheat Ridge’s oldest and most historic parks. Constructed between 1952 and 1954, it is the second-oldest park in the City’s park system and has served generations of residents for more than 70 years. Located near 43rd Avenue and Fenton Street, the approximately 5-acre park sits along the Wheat Ridge and
As the days grow longer and the evenings stretch into that golden Colorado light, The Green at 38th begins to feel exactly as it was intended: a place to gather, celebrate, and enjoy the simple rhythm of summer together. Located at 7101 W 38th St, The Green at 38th has quickly become a go-to destination
Wheat Ridge will mark a historic milestone on Saturday, Sept. 6, with the grand opening of The Green at 38th, the city’s first new park since Hopper Hollow which opened in 2014. The free community celebration runs from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. between Stevens Elementary School and 38th Avenue (7101 W. 38th Ave.). A
