The Historic Weckbaugh Mansion is very possibly one of my favorite Historic Homes of Denver. Certainly it is one of the first homes that made me stop in my very tracks the first time I saw her! Whenever I drive down Alameda Avenue, I go just a couple of blocks out of my way, for the simple opportunity to drive by the Weckbaugh Mansion and just see this Historic Home in Denver that I love so much. There is just something about the Historic Weckbaugh Mansion that makes me stand in awe of this incredible architectural beauty!
The Weckbaugh Mansion was designed by well known Denver Architect Jules Jacques Benedict. The construction of the Mansion was started during the Great Depression in 1930 and initially was intended to be much larger. Ultimately, the Historic Weckbaugh Mansion ended up with 7 bedrooms and 8 bathrooms. Public records shows 9,366 square feet on two levels. The construction of the Weckbaugh Mansion was finished in 1933. The Weckbaugh Mansion was built by the family of John K. Mullen, a prominent Denver philanthropist and businessman. The Weckbaugh Mansion was built for Ella Mullen Weckbaugh. The Historic Weckbaugh Mansion is located on Cedar Avenue on the south side of the Denver Country Club overlooking Cherry Creek. The Weckbaugh Mansion is a beautiful example of the French Chateau Style and sits proudly on 1.7 acres of landscaped wonder.
Italian marble was used extensively in the construction of the Weckbaugh Mansion especially throughout the main entry hall and throughout the several fireplaces in the home. Although several real estate sites list the address as being on East 9th, the Historic Weckbaugh Mansion is actually located at 1701 E. Cedar Ave. and was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1984 #84000826.
Ella Mullen Weckbaugh died in 1977 in her 70's. The Historic Weckbaugh Mansion has remained privately owned since her death.
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