Helen H. Richardson, The Denver PostPatsy Stockton, left, a volunteer with the Molly Brown House Museum, serves birthday cake to Cheryl Olivo-Neil, right, as they take part in the Margaret "Molly" Brown's "Carnival of Nations" block party to celebrate her 150th birthday outside of the Molly Brown House Museum on July 16, 2017 in Denver. Historic Denver is celebrating Margaret BrownÕs 150th birthday milestone in the spirit of MargaretÕs Carnival of Nations, an event she held in 1906 that highlighted the diverse cultures settling the west. The event hosted many of DenverÕs amazing cultural organizations to celebrate her 150th birthday and highlight what makes the city so unique. Margaret "Molly" Brown was an American philanthropist, socialite and activist who became known as "The Unsinkable Molly Brown" because she survived the sinking of the RMS Titanic. The museum now located in her former home presents exhibits interpreting her life and that of Victorian Denver as well as architectural preservation. The house was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1972.
Helen H. Richardson, The Denver PostChalk artists David Osborn, left, and Jennifer Mosquera, in cowboy hat, put the finishing touches on a chalk art piece of Molly Brown during the Margaret "Molly" Brown's "Carnival of Nations" block party to celebrate her 150th birthday outside of the Molly Brown House Museum on July 16, 2017 in Denver. Historic Denver is celebrating Margaret BrownÕs 150th birthday milestone in the spirit of MargaretÕs Carnival of Nations, an event she held in 1906 that highlighted the diverse cultures settling the west. The event hosted many of DenverÕs amazing cultural organizations to celebrate her 150th birthday and highlight what makes the city so unique. Margaret "Molly" Brown was an American philanthropist, socialite and activist who became known as "The Unsinkable Molly Brown" because she survived the sinking of the RMS Titanic. The museum now located in her former home presents exhibits interpreting her life and that of Victorian Denver as well as architectural preservation. The house was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1972.
Helen H. Richardson, The Denver PostWWI and WWII army soldier re-enactors from left to right Justin Duran, Don Sygan, Andy Quezada and Mike Foster, all with Living History Colorado, take part in the Margaret "Molly" Brown's "Carnival of Nations" block party to celebrate her 150th birthday outside of the Molly Brown House Museum on July 16, 2017 in Denver. Historic Denver is celebrating Margaret BrownÕs 150th birthday milestone in the spirit of MargaretÕs Carnival of Nations, an event she held in 1906 that highlighted the diverse cultures settling the west. The event hosted many of DenverÕs amazing cultural organizations to celebrate her 150th birthday and highlight what makes the city so unique. Margaret "Molly" Brown was an American philanthropist, socialite and activist who became known as "The Unsinkable Molly Brown" because she survived the sinking of the RMS Titanic. The museum now located in her former home presents exhibits interpreting her life and that of Victorian Denver as well as architectural preservation. The house was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1972.
Helen H. Richardson, The Denver PostJeff Dwight, second from right, shows of the engine of a 1925 Chevrolet Superior Series 'K' Touring car to Jonathan Friedman, right, during the Margaret "Molly" Brown's "Carnival of Nations" block party to celebrate her 150th birthday outside of the Molly Brown House Museum on July 16, 2017 in Denver. Historic Denver is celebrating Margaret BrownÕs 150th birthday milestone in the spirit of MargaretÕs Carnival of Nations, an event she held in 1906 that highlighted the diverse cultures settling the west. The event hosted many of DenverÕs amazing cultural organizations to celebrate her 150th birthday and highlight what makes the city so unique. The car is part of the Forney Museum of Transportation collection.
Helen H. Richardson, The Denver PostChalk artist Jennifer Mosquera puts the finishing touches on a chalk art piece of Molly Brown during the Margaret "Molly" Brown's "Carnival of Nations" block party to celebrate her 150th birthday outside of the Molly Brown House Museum on July 16, 2017 in Denver. Historic Denver is celebrating Margaret BrownÕs 150th birthday milestone in the spirit of MargaretÕs Carnival of Nations, an event she held in 1906 that highlighted the diverse cultures settling the west. The event hosted many of DenverÕs amazing cultural organizations to celebrate her 150th birthday and highlight what makes the city so unique. Margaret "Molly" Brown was an American philanthropist, socialite and activist who became known as "The Unsinkable Molly Brown" because she survived the sinking of the RMS Titanic. The museum now located in her former home presents exhibits interpreting her life and that of Victorian Denver as well as architectural preservation. The house was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1972.
Helen H. Richardson, The Denver PostMaxine, a Chihuahua mixed bread dog hopes to get a treat from Star Cabrera during the Margaret "Molly" Brown's "Carnival of Nations" block party to celebrate her 150th birthday outside of the Molly Brown House Museum on July 16, 2017 in Denver. Historic Denver is celebrating Margaret BrownÕs 150th birthday milestone in the spirit of MargaretÕs Carnival of Nations, an event she held in 1906 that highlighted the diverse cultures settling the west. Maxine and other dogs are available for adoption through the Max Fund in Denver.
Helen H. Richardson, The Denver PostWWI and WWII army soldier re-enactors from left to right Rick Swanton, seated, Andy Quezada, Don Sygan, standing, Mike Foster, Justin Duran, standing, Jason Smith and Susan Hillring, right standing, all with Living History Colorado, take part in the Margaret "Molly" Brown's "Carnival of Nations" block party to celebrate her 150th birthday outside of the Molly Brown House Museum on July 16, 2017 in Denver. Historic Denver is celebrating Margaret BrownÕs 150th birthday milestone in the spirit of MargaretÕs Carnival of Nations, an event she held in 1906 that highlighted the diverse cultures settling the west. The event hosted many of DenverÕs amazing cultural organizations to celebrate her 150th birthday and highlight what makes the city so unique. Margaret "Molly" Brown was an American philanthropist, socialite and activist who became known as "The Unsinkable Molly Brown" because she survived the sinking of the RMS Titanic. The museum now located in her former home presents exhibits interpreting her life and that of Victorian Denver as well as architectural preservation. The house was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1972.
Helen H. Richardson, The Denver PostWWI army soldier re-enactor Justin Duran, with Living History Colorado, plays the bagpipes in front of the Molly Brown House museum during the Margaret "Molly" Brown's "Carnival of Nations" block party to celebrate her 150th birthday on July 16, 2017 in Denver. Historic Denver is celebrating Margaret BrownÕs 150th birthday milestone in the spirit of MargaretÕs Carnival of Nations, an event she held in 1906 that highlighted the diverse cultures settling the west. The event hosted many of DenverÕs amazing cultural organizations to celebrate her 150th birthday and highlight what makes the city so unique.
Helen H. Richardson, The Denver PostChalk artists Mike Matelski, left, and Michael Rieger, right, put the finishing touches on a chalk art piece of Molly Brown during the Margaret "Molly" Brown's "Carnival of Nations" block party to celebrate her 150th birthday outside of the Molly Brown House Museum on July 16, 2017 in Denver. Historic Denver is celebrating Margaret BrownÕs 150th birthday milestone in the spirit of MargaretÕs Carnival of Nations, an event she held in 1906 that highlighted the diverse cultures settling the west. The event hosted many of DenverÕs amazing cultural organizations to celebrate her 150th birthday and highlight what makes the city so unique. Margaret "Molly" Brown was an American philanthropist, socialite and activist who became known as "The Unsinkable Molly Brown" because she survived the sinking of the RMS Titanic. The museum now located in her former home presents exhibits interpreting her life and that of Victorian Denver as well as architectural preservation. The house was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1972.
Helen H. Richardson, The Denver PostJeff Dwight, second from right, shows of the engine of a 1925 Chevrolet Superior Series 'K' Touring car to Jonathan Friedman, right, during the Margaret "Molly" Brown's "Carnival of Nations" block party to celebrate her 150th birthday outside of the Molly Brown House Museum on July 16, 2017 in Denver. Historic Denver is celebrating Margaret BrownÕs 150th birthday milestone in the spirit of MargaretÕs Carnival of Nations, an event she held in 1906 that highlighted the diverse cultures settling the west. The event hosted many of DenverÕs amazing cultural organizations to celebrate her 150th birthday and highlight what makes the city so unique. The car is part of the Forney Museum of Transportation collection.
Helen H. Richardson, The Denver PostMaxine, a Chihuahua mixed bread dog checks out the camera during the Margaret "Molly" Brown's "Carnival of Nations" block party to celebrate her 150th birthday outside of the Molly Brown House Museum on July 16, 2017 in Denver. Historic Denver is celebrating Margaret BrownÕs 150th birthday milestone in the spirit of MargaretÕs Carnival of Nations, an event she held in 1906 that highlighted the diverse cultures settling the west. Maxine and other dogs are available for adoption through the Max Fund in Denver.
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Patsy Stockton, left, a volunteer with the Molly Brown House Museum, serves birthday cake to Cheryl Olivo-Neil, right, as they take part in the Margaret "Molly" Brown's "Carnival of Nations" block party to celebrate her 150th birthday outside of the Molly Brown House Museum on July 16, 2017 in Denver. Historic Denver is celebrating Margaret BrownÕs 150th birthday milestone in the spirit of MargaretÕs Carnival of Nations, an event she held in 1906 that highlighted the diverse cultures settling the west. The event hosted many of DenverÕs amazing cultural organizations to celebrate her 150th birthday and highlight what makes the city so unique. Margaret "Molly" Brown was an American philanthropist, socialite and activist who became known as "The Unsinkable Molly Brown" because she survived the sinking of the RMS Titanic. The museum now located in her former home presents exhibits interpreting her life and that of Victorian Denver as well as architectural preservation. The house was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1972.
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Historic Denver celebrated Margaret “Molly” Brown’s 150th birthday milestone in the spirit of Margaretap Carnival of Nations, an event she held in 1906 that highlighted the diverse cultures settling the West. The event hosted many of Denver’s amazing cultural organizations to celebrate and highlight what makes the city so unique on Sunday, July 16, 2017. Brown was an American philanthropist, socialite and activist who became known as “The Unsinkable Molly Brown” because she survived the sinking of the RMS Titanic. The museum now located in her former home presents exhibits interpreting her life and that of Victorian Denver as well as architectural preservation. The house was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1972.









