National and State Register

Robert W. Steele Gymnasium

Denver County

The 1914 building represents the impact of the early 20th century Progressive Movement in Denver.  The gymnasium was the idea of the Reverend Walter S. Rudolph and his wife, Hattie. 

A corner view of the building with ornately gabled roof and large arched windows in black and white.

Robert W. Steele Gymnasium

The facility was erected to house recreational and social activities for children as a means of filling their leisure time and preventing juvenile delinquency.  The building was named for Colorado Supreme Court Justice Robert Steele.  Steele took a special interest in juvenile justice.