National Register of Historic Places

New Brick-The Brick Saloon

Aspen, Pitkin County, Colorado
Listed
March 6, 1987
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
87000185

About this property

The Red Onion is a restaurant located on East Cooper Avenue in Aspen, Colorado, United States. It is the oldest restaurant in the city, housed in a three-story red brick Italianate building dating to the late 19th century. In 1987 it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places as "New Brick–The Brick Saloon", along with other historic properties in the city. It is currently closed; there are several efforts underway to reopen it. It began as a saloon opened by an early city alderman; at one point its upper floors were reportedly home to a brothel. In its early years it was one of three dining establishments in Aspen. It retains much of its original interior, including a bullet hole in the bar. As the city became a popular ski resort, it hosted musical performances by, among others, Billie Holiday and John Denver. It continued operating under various owners for 115 years until closing for structural renovations for three years in the late 2000s.

Location

420 E. Cooper Ave.
Aspen, Pitkin County, Colorado
39.18847, -106.81912

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ARCHITECTURE
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Sources

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When was New Brick-The Brick Saloon listed on the National Register?

New Brick-The Brick Saloon was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on March 6, 1987.

What type of historic resource is New Brick-The Brick Saloon?

New Brick-The Brick Saloon is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

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The period of significance for New Brick-The Brick Saloon is recorded as the industrial era.

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