National and State Register

Morrato Block

Denver County

Constructed in 1904, the building is associated with Frank Morrato, a businessman and important member of Denver’s turn-of-the-century Italian community. 

A black and white view of the two-story building with light bottom flor and dark top.

Morrato Block

Among his several enterprises, Morrato operated a successful wine and liquor distributorship.  He was instrumental in planning the first Columbus Day celebration.