Meet George Noce, the Italian American gardener whose thousands of tulips transformed Denver’s Civic Center—and whose generosity brought flowers, goldfish, and happiness to children throughout the city.

George Noce was a beloved Italian American in the Denver area. He took pride in his work and always tried to put smiles on the faces of others. George created beautiful gardens at the Denver Civic Center, and his tulips played a large part in making Denver a little more beautiful.