The old west has a rich history that continues to be written about and depicted in movies and on television, but walking down a street with all that history, and seeing how its evolved over the last century, is what sets Broadway Street in Eagle apart.
With some buildings dating back to the early 1900s, strolling down Broadway allows visitors to reminisce about the past while exploring the present. “Broadway Street has so much character and history that spending just one day here most likely won’t be enough time,” says Yoga Off Broadway owner Yvonne deGorter Glassman. “The businesses are locally owned and operated, are unique to the area, and focus on community and creativity.” A day spent on Broadway can include exercise, shopping, dining and family-friendly activities. In short, there is something for everyone on this historic block.
Photos by Sean Boggs
Home to several businesses — including Yoga Off Broadway, Nurture Skin & Body Spa, Antlers & Rosé and 2nd Street Tavern — 139 Broadway’s history dates back to 1928 when the Koonce Chevrolet Company constructed the all-concrete garage building. It eventually evolved into a Chevrolet dealership and then was sold to the Eagle County School District. In the mid-1970s, it became home to Colorado Mountain College and was later used by Red Canyon High School.
These days, 139 Broadway looks a lot different. Designed for first-time yoga students to advanced practitioners, Yoga Off Broadway offers a variety of yoga and barre classes to serve people of all ages and fitness levels. Owned by Glassman since 2009, the studio has become a staple of the area. After a refreshing workout, head over to Antlers & Rosé — a store that specializes in timeless women’s clothing, accessories and home décor. In addition to a custom hat bar, the store focuses on modern, minimalist designs that can be worn for a variety of occasions.
Creativity on Broadway
When local businessman Harvey Dice built his now notable structure in 1910, the history of 405 Broadway began. Although a number of tenants used the space over the years, it is referred to as the “Bindley house” because it was occupied by local barber E. J. “Jack” Bindley for a long time. Currently, it’s home to The Tea Party by Little Stars Cakery — a cozy tearoom that, in addition to tea, offers loaded milkshakes, frappes, special drinks, charcuterie plates and homemade desserts. Locals flock to this venue to enjoy birthday parties, baby showers and bachelorette parties, as well as activities such as cake decorating and painting on canvas.