Today we’d like to introduce you to Chelsi Katz and Lisa Leder.
Chelsi and Lisa, before we jump into specific questions about the business, why don’t you give us some details about you and your story.
The Marijuana Mansion has a deep history! This eclectic sandstone house, built-in 1889 for the Joseph Creswell family, was designed by Denver architect John J. Huddart. He skillfully combined elements of Queen Anne and Romanesque Revival influences when designing the mansion, and it was later named to the National Register of Historic Properties in 1977.
More recently, the mansion played a pivotal role in the legalization of marijuana, giving it the nickname “The Marijuana Mansion”. It was the Colorado headquarters for the Marijuana Policy Project and was also the offices for the law firm Vicente Sederberg. This is where Colorado’s successful recreational marijuana bill – Amendment 64- was written and implemented, as well as were many other marijuana milestones took place.
The mansion has been restored to be used as an intimate private event space that can accommodate up to 100. The Marijuana Mansion offers three floors of eclectic, cozy space totaling over 4,200 square feet.
Great, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
It’s been smooth sailing so far! Of course, restoring and renovating a historic mansion had its own unique set of challenges, but here we are at the finish line. We’ve already received so much interest and haven’t even officially opened yet!
Please tell us about Marijuana Mansion.
The Marijuana Mansion is a cannabis-friendly private event venue. Our unique history and ability to have synergy between a historic mansion and art installations sets us apart from other restored historic mansions.
Is there a characteristic or quality that you feel is essential to success?
All the unique features! Not only does this venue feature detailed decor and themed rooms, but also has a place in both Colorado and cannabis history. The Marijuana Mansion combines a beautiful historical mansion with Meow Wolf style art installations. We’re also set perfectly in the middle of Denver in Cap Hill! It’s very central to local bars, restaurants, and entertainment.
Contact Info:
- Address: 1244 Grant St, Denver, CO 80203
- Website: www.mjmansion.com
- Phone: (720) 600-9556
- Email: [email protected]
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mjmansion/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mjmansiondenver
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/MJmansion_
- Yelp: https://www.yelp.com/biz/marijuana-mansion-denver
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