Silicon Valley of Agriculture coming to Colorado

The National Western Center, once complete, seeks to be a global destination for Agriculture heritage and innovation, according to Jocely, Hittle, Director of the Denver Program Development for Colorado State University.

The National Western Center is a multi-partnership between Colorado State University, The City of Denver, the National Western Stock Show, the Denver Museum of Nature and Science and History Colorado. In addition to continuing the tradition of the NWSS events and shows, it will house a CSU Water Resources Center, Animal Health Building and CSU Classroom and multi use space center. J

The museums will play a role as the develop and host programs at the facility. The facility will also focus on sustainable energy use and be environmentally friendly to residents and businesses around the facility. 

Renovation has begun with some buildings being torn down to date and completion is anticipated within 5-6 years. However, some programs will be able to begin without completion of the facility. 

Funding will come from a Denver hotel and car rental tax, land donations, a NWSS capital Campaign and private donations. 

Photo from CBSlocal.com

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