Baker was first settled in the early 1800’s by the Byers family. The neighborhood that is now made up of over 20 subdivisions was originally an 160-acre homestead. South Broadway, the eastern boundary of the neighborhood, was originally constructed after the Cherry Creek river flooded in 1864; by resident Thomas Skerritt. Skerritt tied a log to the back of his wagon and dragged it all the way into downtown creating a “broad way” into the city.
The Baker Neighborhood, located by the boundaries of I-25, Broadway, 6th Avenue and West Mississippi Avenue, is one of the oldest original neighborhoods of Denver. Since 2000, the Baker Historic Neighborhood Association has contributed greatly to the reviving the neighborhood, making it a very desirable area to live and work. Baker also remains as one of the more affordable locations in central Denver.
Baker was formally platted in 1872. Like many of the neighborhoods surrounding Denver, the street car attracted residents to the area. Industrial workers and middle-class families lived in elaborate Queen Anne style homes that lined the streets. The County Hospital, the historical Mayan Theatre and the original Colorado Bear baseball stadium, all located in Baker, were very influential in the development and growth of Denver.
Today, Baker consists of 5,799 residents. The neighborhood, once primarily residential, is now home to many Denver staples including: Punch Bowl Social, Sugar Bakeshop & Coffee House, Sputnik, Atomic Cowboy and Fat Sully's Pizza, the Denver Biscuit Company and The Wizard's Chest.
Schools: Dora Moore Elementary, Grant Middle School, South High School
