From Pavilion to Keepsake: The Story Behind the Lindsley Park Trivets
I still can’t quite believe I got to do this. 🥹
Earlier this year, I joined the Bellevue-Hale Neighborhood Association and had the honor of taking part in a one-of-a-kind community project—one that beautifully blends history, sustainability, and creativity.
As a local artist and woodworker rooted here in Denver, I was asked to help repurpose reclaimed wood from the old Lindsley Park pavilion—an iconic neighborhood structure that stood for decades and was recently replaced. Rather than discard the original beams, the association had a vision: to preserve the story of this space by transforming its materials into meaningful keepsakes for the community.
That’s where I came in.
Using the salvaged wood, I designed and hand-crafted a limited collection of commemorative trivets—each one a small but powerful piece of local history. These aren’t just decorative objects. They’re physical reminders of the park’s past, reimagined for the present.
From the natural grain patterns to the nail holes and bolt marks that once held the roof together, every trivet tells a story. No two are the same. Each carries a quiet kind of beauty—etched with the weathering of time and the memories of neighborhood block parties, birthdays, and everyday moments shared under that pavilion.
This wasn’t just a woodworking project for me—it became personal. A chance to connect with my neighbors, honor the past, and craft something rooted in legacy.
Trivet Details:
Material: Made from the original reclaimed beams of the Lindsley Park Pavilion
Design: Decorative tabletop accents (please note: not food-safe or suitable for hot pans or sharp utensils)
Use: Perfect for shelf styling, wall displays, or as a conversation piece in your home
Availability: Limited edition — gifted exclusively to Shelter Team members and community donors
We hope these pieces serve as a tangible reminder of what we can build together—when we care for our history, support each other, and find creative ways to move forward.
If you happen to spot one of these in the wild—on a shelf, in someone’s home, or gifted to a friend—snap a photo and tag @brass_wolf_workshop. I’d love to see where they end up and how they continue their story.
With gratitude.
