Morey Middle School

Built by architects Fisher and Fisher in 1921, the school was named after Chester S. Morey who was a veteran of the Civil War. He made his fortune through mining and investments in Leadville. Morey was a member of the school board from 1892-1895. The building is designed in the Renaissance Style and features terra cotta and tinted stucco detailing on the second floor and a swimming pool.

Photo credit: OAHP, History Colorado

840 East 14th Avenue
Denver, CO 80218