East Colfax Cultural District
The East Colfax Cultural District was launched in 2022 to celebrate and claim East Colfax for the community members that live and work in the community. The District is located between Monaco Parkway and Yosemite Street, in Denver, and is a self-designation that recognizes the diversity of the East Colfax corridor and community. The Fax Partnership is the convener of the project and has been working with the community since 2022 to make the District a reality. To learn more about the East Colfax Cultural District or to get involved please visit the Cultural District website.
Mission Statement
To celebrate, preserve and provide opportunities for the multicultural community of East Colfax by amplifying the voices of our diverse community members, supporting new and existing locally-owned businesses so they can thrive, strengthening community amenities and creating a welcoming international experience of commerce, culture and community.
Brief Timeline of the East Colfax Cultural District
Summer 2022
The community chose the name “East Colfax Cultural District” – changing the name from “international district” to “cultural district” to be more inclusive of the full range of diverse businesses and people represented along the corridor.
Mission statement – through multiple community meetings and an online survey, a mission statement of the District was created
Fall 2022
The Fax hired local artist Sam Hutchinson-Ouranos to develop a unique logo for the District.
Throughout the fall and winter Sam researched the history of East Colfax and incorporated extensive community feedback into the design of the logo through surveys, community events, and direct discussion with residents and businesses.
Spring 2023
The Cultural District logo is unveiled to the community, following an extensive voting process that engaged hundreds of community members
Summer 2023
Community mural painting event to celebrate the District and display the Cultural District logo
Fall 2024
East Colfax Cultural District Steering Committee is created to lead the work into the next phase filled with community events, small business support and safety improvements
Summer 2024
First Annual Community Field Day is held, organized by the Cultural District Steering Committee, establishing a new tradition in the East Colfax community.