I love to visit the home of Margaret Brown, who was a philanthropist, activist, and socialite. She was betterknown as “The Unsinkable Molly Brown” because she survived the sinking of the RMS Titanic. She acquired the home at 1340 Pennsylvania St., in Capitol Hill in 1894.
After Margaret’s death in 1932, the house was altered into twelve separate spaces for roomers and boarders and later served as a home for girls. In 1970, the house was saved from demolition and restored to the original Victorian grandeur.
The Molly Brown House is open for both self-guided and guided tours as well as special events. There is a wonderful gift shop behind the home in the carriage house. For more information and to plan your outing, visit mollybrown.org
Historic Denver, Inc. makes its home here too. This worthy organization works to protect and promote Denver’s historic places. They offer excellent walking tours. I am a member and enjoy keeping abreast of current issues and events. Find out more at historicdenver.org
