United States Mint, Central Colorado Travel Guide

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See where money is made! Tour the historic Denver Mint and witness the fascinating process of coin production.

The Denver Mint, a branch of the U.S. Mint, has been producing coins since 1906. Visitors can witness the coin-making process and learn about the Mint's history through free guided tours.

A brief summary to United States Mint

320 W Colfax Ave, Denver, Central, Colorado, 80204, US
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Monday 8 am-4:30 pm
Tuesday 8 am-4:30 pm
Wednesday 8 am-4:30 pm
Thursday 8 am-4:30 pm

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Tickets are required for the free tours and are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis starting at 7:00 AM on the day of the tour.
Arrive early to secure your tickets, especially during peak season (May through September).
Photography is prohibited during the tour, and cell phones/cameras must be powered off.
Purses, bags, and other items are prohibited during the tour, and there are no storage facilities available.
All visitors, including children, are subject to security screening.

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Getting There

Public Transport

The Denver Mint is accessible via Denver's Regional Transportation District (RTD). Several bus routes and light rail lines stop near the Mint. The Colfax at Auraria Station (light rail lines C, E, and W) and the bus stops at Court Pl & 14th St and W Colfax Ave & Bannock St are within walking distance. A single ride on the bus or light rail costs $3.
Walking

The Denver Mint is located downtown and is easily walkable from many nearby attractions and hotels. From the 16th Street Mall, head southwest on Colfax Avenue. The Mint will be on your right between Delaware and Cherokee Streets. Note: No curbside drop-offs or pickups are allowed around the Mint facility.
Parking

The Denver Mint does not have its own parking lot. However, several parking lots are available within a few blocks of the Mint. Metered street parking is also available, but can be limited. Parking rates in nearby lots typically range from $6 to $27 for a few hours. Popular parking locations include the lots at 1370 Cherokee St, 1360 Cherokee St, and 1326 Cherokee St.

Discover more about United States Mint

The Denver Mint, located in the heart of Denver, has been a vital part of the city and the nation's economy since it began striking coins on February 1, 1906. However, the history of the Denver Mint goes back to the early 1860s when gold was discovered in Colorado. The firm of Clark, Gruber & Co. set up a private mint in Denver, and from 1860 to 1862, they produced approximately $594,000 worth of coins.In April 1863, the U.S. Treasury purchased the building, assaying, and minting equipment. After Congress approved the establishment of a branch mint in Denver, construction began in 1897. The Denver Mint moved to its current building on West Colfax Avenue in 1904, a structure modeled after the Medici-Riccardi Palace in Florence, Italy. Today, the Denver Mint primarily produces circulation coinage, but has also struck commemorative coins and produces coin dies for other mints.Visitors can take a free guided tour of the Denver Mint to witness the coin-making process and learn about the history of the Mint. Tickets are available on the same day of the tour at the ticket booth. During the tour, visitors can see coins being made and learn about the history of currency in the United States. The gift shop offers a variety of items for purchase, including coin sets, commemorative coins, and souvenirs.