The United center, inc
1440 Colorado Boulevard Idaho Springs, CO, 80452
parking
The United Center is located on Colorado Blvd, the main street thru Idaho Springs. Several paid public parking lots are available for those visiting from afar. The paid parking lots are free for County residents and parking is free for everyone after 6pm!. You may get more information at https://www.parkidahosprings.com/payparking Patron Ticket Holders may choose to have access to a private lot during performances. Accessible parking spaces are also located in front of and to the East side of the building.
Partners
KYGT Radio — Community radio at it's finest! Tune in at 102.7-103.9
Clear Creek Metropolitan Recreation District — Stop by the Clear Creek Rec Center for a workout and purchase your tickets from the front desk while you are there!
Either the Idaho Springs or Georgetown Libraries — both locations graciously serve as ticket outlets for the United Center - just stop by the front desk!
HISTORY
Idaho Springs history plays a big part in the story of the entire state of Colorado. On April 17, 1859 with supplies, wagon teams, and twenty-two men, mostly from Chicago, Jackson set out for his claim in what would come to be Idaho Springs. The road had to be cut as they proceeded. In places, it was necessary to dismantle the wagons and pack supplies to carry over the obstacle and then reassemble, reload, and proceed. Near the end of April, the party reached Jackson’s spot along Chicago Creek, beginning their work in earnest. The proceeds from the first week alone were $1,900 - quite a fortune in those days. In June 1859, a formal organization of the mining district was enacted, the first such recorded in Colorado history. Thus, the Colorado Gold Rush began!
Construction of the historic Methodist Episcopal building began in the late 1870's. By January 16,1881 the congregation was finally able to occupy the building. In 1905 a raised stage area was added on the west side, and in 1965 the second story addition was added. The Methodist Episcopal Church was recognized as a historical site by the Colorado Historical Society on March 5,1998, and a grant was awarded by the Historical Society for rehabilitation in 1999. This work began a year later. The congregation of the United Church of Idaho Springs and several private individuals donated substantial funding, along with their talents and time to bring the United Center to completion.
The United Center, Inc. was incorporated as a non-profit 501(c)(3) in 2002 and continues to be maintained through grants, donations, volunteer hours, and usage fees. The United Center has been host to a myriad of events, including meetings, parties, weddings, funerals, plays, comedy shows, many concerts, and even the opera.
We encourage you to help ensure The United Center’s continued viability by joining as a Patron Member, or simply attending Events. Please view the Ticket Page on this site, or email unitedcenterinc@gmail.com for more information about Patron Benefits
Press
"Why didn't I come here sooner?" — Literally Everyone Who Has Visited Us :)
"It's on the national historic register, and one of the best places for gathering in Idaho Springs.. " — Jonathan Cain
"An unforgettable evening! " — Kimberley Steele