Welcome to the 2008 Democratic National Convention Media Center. Created by the Denver 2008 Convention Host Committee, in conjunction with the City of Denver and VISIT DENVER, the online press room provides media with ongoing news updates (delivered by RSS or sign up for email alerts), access to b-roll and hi-res images, and factual information about the Convention and host city.
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*If you are media seeking a location for filming, please email Brent.Tongco@denvergov.org

Press Blog: Current Headlines

INVESCO Field at Mile High on Thursday Night: Frequently Asked Questions

August 27, 2008
Via www.DemConvention.com, the answers to all your questions regarding Thursday night's historic event at INVESCO Field at Mile High // More

Day By Day: Thursday's Convention Events

August 27, 2008
Check here for all the info on Thursday's Convention Center floor highlights, along with Convention-related festivals, gatherings and concerts. // More

The 2008 Convention: DNCC And Obama Campaign Announce Women's Caucus Speakers

August 25, 2008
Caucus Will Celebrate Women Who Made History and Those Who Are Shaping History // More

RIBBON CUTTING SIGNALS OPENING OF AMERICAN PRESIDENTIAL EXPERIENCE AT INVESCO FIELD

August 21, 2008
Original signed copy of the Declaration of Independence is part of the collection // More

CITY PARK’S ELECTRIC FOUNTAIN RETURNS AS A DENVER SHOWPIECE

August 19, 2008
Cooperation and collaboration key to resurrecting a Denver treasure // More

2008 Democratic National Convention Delegation To Be Most Diverse In Party History

August 19, 2008
Convention’s Commitment to Inclusiveness and Bringing New People into the Electoral Process Highlighted with Completion of Delegate Certification Process // More

Unity Breakfast To Mark 45th Anniversary Of 'I Have A Dream' Speech During Democratic National Convention

August 15, 2008
Martin Luther King III to be Joined by Leaders Including Rev. Al Sharpton, Rabbi Jack Moline and Sister Simone Campbell // More

The Denver Public Library and History Colorado present 1908-When the Democrats First Came to Denver

August 05, 2008
Explore Denver through the eyes of a Democratic National Convention delegate from 100 years ago in 1908-When the Democrats First Came to Denver. Collections from the Denver Public Library's Western History Department and the Colorado Historical Society are combined for this joint exhibit, which includes more than 100 photographs, newspapers and cartoons illustrating the places across the metro area where the 1908 delegates visited and the memorabilia they took home with them. // More

REGIS UNIVERSITY LIBRARY SHOWCASES POLITICAL MEMORABILIA

July 31, 2008
Visitors to Regis University’s Dayton Memorial Library have the opportunity to view rare, historical campaign items from several U.S. presidents and political candidates as part of the Notarianni Political Collection. A portion of the collection includes a limited number of 1908 Denver Democratic National Convention (DNC) objects, which will remain on display through September 25. // More

Site of the 1908 Denver Democratic National Convention Turns 100 Years Old

July 08, 2008
The City and County of Denver’s Division of Theatres and Arenas will celebrate the 100th birthday of the Quigg Newton Denver Municipal Auditorium this week. The Newton Auditorium – now home to the Ellie Caulkins Opera House – is the oldest performance venue still operating in Denver. // More

The American Presidential Experience

July 02, 2008
Residents across the Rocky Mountain Region will be able to experience Washington, D.C. up close and personal when the Denver 2008 Convention Host Committee brings the American Presidential Experience, the largest traveling exhibit of presidential memorabilia, into the Mile High City. // More

Democratic National Convention Overview

June 11, 2008
The Democratic National Convention will be the largest event in Denver’s history, attracting 50,000 people and generating $160 million in economic impact. There will be 15,000 domestic and international media in town to cover the event, as well as numerous popular movie and television entertainment celebrities. Regulars at past conventions have included Tom Hanks, Brad Pitt, Ben Affleck, Sheryl Crow, Steven Spielberg and others. // More

Democratic National Convention Events

June 11, 2008
The Democratic National Convention, coming to Denver Aug. 25-28, 2008, is already shaping up to be one of the biggest events in the Mile High City’s 150-year history. How can the public get involved? While the Convention itself will be closed to the general public, there will be a myriad of tie-ins that will allow Denverites to be a part of Mile High history. Here’s a look at a few Convention-related activities that are already underway! // More

Denver Filming Locations

June 11, 2008
Located at the base of the Colorado Rocky Mountains, Denver is a city of outstanding natural beauty. The city also has a colorful history, a variety of outstanding cultural attractions and the largest city park system in America. The following are some of the best viewpoints and locations for visual stories about the Mile High City. // More

Politically Significant Sites in the Mile High City

June 11, 2008
Denver has seen its fair share of history-making political events throughout its 150-year history. The city has hosted Presidents from Teddy Roosevelt to Bill Clinton in its luxury hotels, fine dining establishments and elsewhere. Here's a look at Denver's political backstory. // More




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