Denver Art and Architecture Trivia

The video explores Denver's transformation from a mining town to a modern city. It highlights the city's early development, the establishment of the Denver Art Museum, and the architectural design of the Denver International Airport. The influence of the Rocky Mountains on Denver's architecture is evident in both the museum and the airport, showcasing innovative designs that reflect the city's growth and modernization.

What event led to the establishment of Denver?

• The discovery of oil

• The discovery of gold

• The construction of a railway

• The establishment of a military base

By 1890, what was Denver's rank in terms of city size in the West?

• Fourth largest

• Second largest

• Largest

• Third largest

Where were Denver's first bank, post office, and bookstore located?

• Union Station

• Larimer Square

• Cherry Creek

• Capitol Hill

Who was the architect commissioned to redesign the Denver Art Museum in 2000?

• Frank Gehry

• Daniel Libeskind

• Zaha Hadid

• Renzo Piano

What inspired the design of the new Denver Art Museum galleries?

• The Great Plains

• The Denver Skyline

• The Colorado River

• The Rocky Mountains

What material was used to clad the new Denver Art Museum?

• Titanium panels

• Steel sheets

• Glass panels

• Aluminum siding

What is the name of the sculpture outside the Denver Art Museum?

• The Giant Brush

• The Great Clean

• The Dust Collector

• The Big Sweep

What inspired the design of the Denver International Airport?

• The Great Plains

• The Rocky Mountains

• The Colorado River

• The Denver Skyline

What material covers the terminal of the Denver International Airport?

• Glass

• Teflon-coated fiberglass

• Steel

• Concrete

What factors contributed to Denver's rapid growth in the 1990s?

• Expansion of the tech industry

• Development of new highways

• Increased tourism

• Rising incomes and quality of life