A tour through the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen
To celebrate and honor the life of Broncos Owner Pat Bowlen, his family and the team made many of his and the team's awards, honors and personal effects available to the public on Tuesday at Broncos Stadium at Mile High. If you couldn't make it, here is a close look at the tribute.
A floral arrangement in the shape of "Mr. B" is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
A jacket (made to look like a Hall of Fame gold jacket) that given to Mr. Bowlen by the Broncos' Pro Football Hall of Fame players is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
Three game footballs Ñ commemorating the first win in Pat Bowlen's tenure (center) and the Broncos' first win in Invesco Field (left and right) Ñ is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
John Elway's knee brace that he autographed and gave to Pat Bowlen after his final game is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
Mr. Bowlen's Mizel award, which was given to him "for enriching the lives of our Denver community," is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
An award honoring the Broncos' participation in the 1995 American Bowl is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
The Battle of the Best in the West trophy, which was awarded to the winner of a preseason rivalry series between the Broncos (AFC West) and 49ers (NFC West) in the 1990s, is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
A steel helmet sculpture commemorating the Broncos' win in the 1990 American Bowl is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
An award that was given to the team in honor of Denver Broncos Appreciation Day on January 26, 1987, by the City of Denver is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
A horse statuette given to the Broncos by the citizens of Denver in recognition of the 1987 championship season is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
A collection of awards is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
From left to right, front row: A glass Broncos head in recognition of 20 years of ownership of the team; a glass award commemorating a 2012 game against the Falcons; a steel football from NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell that bears an engraving that reads, "Presented with appreciation to Pat Bowlen for extraordinary leadership in the successful negotiation of the 2011-2020 NFL CBA, August 4, 2011"
Back: An ESPY Award the team won in the late '90s
Mr. Bowlen's collection of jerseys is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
From left to right: a Denver Outlaws jersey; a John Elway jersey; a Shannon Sharpe jersey; a Steve Atwater jersey; a Terrell Davis jersey; a Gary Zimmerman jersey
A Steve Atwater jersey signed by Atwater for Mr. Bowlen is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
A collection of personal photographs with dignitaries and of historic moments, personal letters and a custom outrigger paddle are featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
From left to right, top to bottom: (row 1) a photo with President George H.W. Bush, President Bill Clinton and a photo of President George W. Bush wearing a Broncos pullover; (row 2) a photo with President George H.W. Bush, a letter from John Elway, a photograph of surfing world champion Fred Hemmings with a personal note from him, a letter from Steelers owner Dan Rooney, a photo with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and other NFL leaders; (row 3) the state of Colorado's proclamation for Pat Bowlen Day, a Denver Post cover featuring Bowlen's induction into the Ring of Fame, a photo with John Elway and Terrell Davis at the ESPY Awards, a photo with Colorado governor Bill Owens and Chinese premier Zhi Rongji during Rongji's visit to Broncos headquarters; (row 4) a custom Broncos Super Bowl XXXII outrigger canoe paddle
An outrigger paddle bearing the Broncos' and the Super Bowl XXXII logos is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
The Exemplar Award that was given to Pat Bowlen in 1998 is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
The 1997 Bold Tracks Award that was presented to the Broncos for continued support for disabled recreation and the National Sports Center for the Disabled is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
A collection of Mr. Bowlen's personal effects and awards is seen during the June 17, 2019, setup at Broncos Stadium at Mile High for the public tribute for Owner Pat Bowlen, who passed away Thursday night. The tribute, which is open to the public, includes many artifacts chronicling Bowlen's achievements throughout his career, in addition to many personal effects.
A flag that flew over the United States Capitol in honor of Pat Bowlen on October 12, 2002, is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
A wooden football given to Pat Bowlen by the Denver Police Department is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
Awards for Pat Bowlen from his career are featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
From left to right: an award from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver; the Colorado Sports Hall of Fame's World Champions Award given to the team in 1998; another award given to the Broncos from the Colorado Sports Hall of Fame, this time for winning Super Bowl XXXIII in 1999
An aviation helmet bearing the Broncos and a Marine Corps logo is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
A globe commemorating the opening of the Paul D. Bowlen Memorial Broncos Centre is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
Mr. Bowlen's common sideline attire Ñ a fur coat and a suit with an orange tie Ñ is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
A recreation of Mr. Bowlen's desk, including a clock that was given to him after 15 years of leading the Broncos, is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
A miniature Lombardi Trophy, a Broncos hard hat and a paper tray featuring his accomplishments and goals are featured in a display of Mr. Bowlen's desk at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
A magnifying glass, a memo pad, pack of Big Red gum and a flip phone are featured in a display of Mr. Bowlen's desk at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
A collection of Mr. Bowlen's Sports Illustrated covers is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019. Many of the covers are autographed by the players.
Mr. Bowlen's collection of Sports Illustrated covers is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
A Sports Illustrated cover featuring Demaryius Thomas, Peyton Manning, Eric Decker and Wes Welker is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
A Sports Illustrated cover featuring Von Miller that is signed by Miller for Mr. Bowlen is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
Some of Mr. Bowlen's Super Bowl and AFC Championship rings are featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
Mr. Bowlen's common game-day accessories Ñ leather boots, binoculars and sunglasses Ñ are featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
The Broncos' 1986 Lamar Hunt Trophy for winning the AFC Championship is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
The Broncos' 1987 Lamar Hunt Trophy for winning the AFC Championship is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
The Broncos' 1989 Lamar Hunt Trophy for winning the AFC Championship is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
The Broncos' 1997 Lamar Hunt Trophy for winning the AFC Championship is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
The Broncos' 1998 Lamar Hunt Trophy for winning the AFC Championship is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
The Broncos' 2013 and 2015 Lamar Hunt trophies for winning the AFC Championship is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
The Broncos' three Super Bowl trophies and their Super Bowl 50 trophy are featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
A glass football commemorating the Broncos' Super Bowl XXXII victory is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
A wooden football commemorating the Broncos' Super Bowl XXXII win and Mr. Bowlen's game ball for that victory are featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
A wooden football commemorating the Broncos' Super Bowl XXXIII win and Mr. Bowlen's game ball for that victory are featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
Mr. Bowlen's game ball from Super Bowl 50 is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
The Broncos' Super Bowl 50 stand they received after winning the championship is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
Photo collages from some of the Broncos' biggest wins that hung in Mr. Bowlen's conference room are featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
Photo collages from some of the Broncos' biggest wins that hung in Mr. Bowlen's conference room are featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
A photograph with a brief note from Peyton Manning (top left), a framed design and game ball commemorating Bowlen's 300 wins in 30 seasons with the Broncos (right) and a photo from Gary Zimmerman's induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame when Mr. Bowlen introduced him (lower left), are featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
A signed photo with a note Peyton Manning for Mr. Bowlen is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019. It reads, "To Mr. B, Thanks for making me part of the Broncos team."
A game ball commemorating Mr. Bowlen's accomplishment of becoming the first NFL owner to reach 300 wins in 30 seasons is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
A collection of helmets representing Mr. Bowlen's football career is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
From top to bottom: A Broncos helmet featuring the modern design that the team adopted in 1997; a racing helmet given to Mr. Bowlen that appears to be promote Indianapolis as a potential site for Super Bowl XXVI (the bid was unsuccessful); helmets for the Oklahoma Sooners and Edmonton Huskies (Mr. Bowlen competed on the Sooners' freshman team as a wide receiver and played defensive back for the Huskies in the Canadian Junior Football League); the final helmet represents the Broncos' design at the time that he purchased the team
A race-car helmet made for Pat Bowlen (likely a gift during the site selection process for Super Bowl XXVI) is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
Helmets for the Oklahoma Sooners and the Edmonton Huskies is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019. Bowlen attended school at Oklahoma and competed on their freshman football team and played for the Huskies in the Canadian Junior Football League.
A collection of person photographs is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
A family photo of Pat Bowlen competing in an outrigger canoe competition is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
Friends and fans pay their respects to Pat Bowlen during the Open House Public Tribute at Broncos Stadium at Mile High in Denver, Colorado, June 18, 2019. Photo by Gabriel Christus
A wide shot of the Broncos' collection of Mr. Bowlen's honors seen during the June 17, 2019, setup at Broncos Stadium at Mile High for the public tribute for Owner Pat Bowlen, who passed away Thursday night. The tribute, which is open to the public, includes many artifacts chronicling Bowlen's achievements throughout his career, in addition to many personal effects.
A collection of many of Pat Bowlen's game balls is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
Mr. Bowlen's game ball commemorating the Broncos' 2013 win over the Texans that secured the AFC West title is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
A game ball commemorating the Broncos' first winning season in 1973 is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
Mr. Bowlen's game ball from the Broncos' November 30, 2003, victory over the Raiders is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
Mr. Bowlen's game ball from the Broncos' November 20, 2005, victory over the Jets is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
Mr. Bowlen's game ball from the Broncos' October 23, 2011, victory over the Dolphins is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
Mr. Bowlen's game ball from the Broncos' December 15, 1984, victory over the Seahawks is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
Mr. Bowlen's game ball from the Broncos' September 13, 2009, victory over the Bengals is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
Mr. Bowlen's game ball from the Broncos' January 11, 1987, victory over the Browns in the 1986 AFC Championship Game is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
Mr. Bowlen's game football from the Broncos' December 16, 2012, victory over the Ravens is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
Mr. Bowlen's game football from the Broncos' January 14, 1990, victory over the Browns in the AFC Championship Game is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
Mr. Bowlen's game football from the Broncos' November 11, 1985, victory over the 49ers is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
Mr. Bowlen's game ball from the Broncos' January 8, 2012, victory over the Steelers in the playoffs is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
Mr. Bowlen's game ball from the Broncos' October 17, 2004, victory over the Raiders is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
Mr. Bowlen's game ball from the Broncos' December 9, 2007, victory over the Chiefs is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
A game ball commemorating the Broncos' participation in the 1994 American Bowl is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
A commemorative Super Bowl 50 football featuring autographs from players is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
Mr. Bowlen's game ball from the Broncos' September 18, 1989, victory over the Bills is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
Mr. Bowlen's game ball from the Broncos' November 26, 2009, victory over the Giants is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
Mr. Bowlen's game ball from the Broncos' January 11, 1998, victory over the Steelers in the AFC Championship is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
A commemorative football that Shannon Sharpe gave to Mr. Bowlen is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
Mr. Bowlen's game football from the Broncos' December 26, 2010, victory over the Texans is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
Mr. Bowlen's game football from the Broncos' January 17, 1988, victory over the Browns in the AFC Championship Game is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
Mr. Bowlen's game ball from the Broncos' December 31, 2005, victory over the Chargers is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
A game ball commemorating the Broncos' victory over the Browns in the 1987 AFC Championship Game is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
Mr. Bowlen's game ball from the Broncos' September 27, 2009, victory over the Raiders is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
Mr. Bowlen's game football from the Broncos' October 15, 2012, victory over the Chargers is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
A game ball commemorating the Broncos' victory over the Browns in the 1990 AFC Championship Game is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
Mr. Bowlen's game football from the Broncos' September 14, 2008, victory over the Chargers is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
Mr. Bowlen's game football from the Broncos' September 26, 2005, victory over the Chiefs is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
A game ball commemorating the Broncos' 1977 AFC Championship victory over the Raiders is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
A game ball commemorating the Broncos' participation in the 1995 American Bowl is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
A game ball from the Broncos' September 27, 2009, victory over the Raiders is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
A game ball commemorating the Broncos' participation in the 1987 American Bowl is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
A game ball commemorating the Broncos' participation in the 1992 American Bowl is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
A game ball commemorating the Broncos' participation in the 1990 American Bowl is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
A floral arrangement is featured in a display at the open-house tribute to Pat Bowlen at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on June 18, 2019.
