Timeline of the Colorado Building in Pueblo, Colorado:
- 1921: Pueblo experiences a devastating flood, greatly impacting the business district.
- 1922:
- March 1: The Grande Opera House, which was located on the site where the Colorado Building would be built, was destroyed by fire.
- Pueblo began recovery efforts, aiming to regain its reputation as an industrial city and the hub of the Arkansas Valley.
- 1925:
- October 1: Announcement of the organization of the Southern Colorado Investment Company with the intent to erect the Colorado Building. This was initiated by three prominent Pueblo businessmen: Charles Lee, G. Harvey Nuckolls, and E. G. Middlekamp.
- October 9: The first description of the Colorado Building appears in the Pueblo Daily Chieftain, highlighting its modern design and features.
- November 22: Southern Colorado Power Company announces its relocation to the Colorado Building.
- The Colorado Building, a four-story commercial edifice, is constructed at 401-411 North Main Street in Downtown Pueblo for the Southern Colorado Investment Company. It was designed by the William N. Bowman Co. The building features unique tapestry brick and terra cotta designs, drawing from Sullivanesque architectural influence.
- 1926:
- November 21: Opening of the Colorado Theater inside the Colorado Building is announced. The theater is noted as the newest and finest example of theaters owned by the Publix Theater Corporation.
- 1950: Major alterations to the building are made, including the replacement of storefront windows on the 4th Street side and the addition of a curvilinear aluminum marquee.
- 1984: Further modifications are made, including the replacement of rubber tiles in the elevator foyer and the need for window air conditioners.
- 1992: April 17: The Colorado Building is added to the National Register of Historic Places due to its architectural significance and its role in the commercial history of Pueblo.
Throughout its history, the Colorado Building has been a representation of Pueblo’s resilience and commercial growth. Its architecture and design reflect the changing tastes and innovations of the 20th century, making it a landmark in downtown Pueblo.