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Whittier is named for the school¹ located at Downing Street and 24th Avenue. The school's name honored the nineteenth-century abolitionist poet, John Greenleaf Whittier (1807-1892). Whittier was a founding member of the Republican Party. His poems attacked the injustices of slavery, while at the same time condemning the inherent hypocrisy of a nation that was founded on the ideal of freedom. A religious man of Quaker faith, he was deeply concerned about social justice. After the Civil War, Whittier remained a moral voice for the country in its struggle to overcome racism.
The neighborhood was home to many of Denver's finest craftsmen, who contributed to the architectural details of some of the community's most significant structures. Their skills are evidenced in ornate details found on many of the homes. Most of the larger and more ornate residences are located on corner lots, which display their impressive details to the best advantage.
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