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June 2021
2020 marked the 100th anniversary of the passage of the 19th Amendment which enfranchised half of the population by granting women the right to vote. Learn about Margaret Brown’s own role in the suffrage movement and how much of the work to get women to the polls only just began in 1920, and together we’ll draw the [...]
Find out moreJuly 2021
As we look forward to safely returning to movie theaters, let’s explore the history of Denver’s “blockbuster” historic movie theaters - from the Mayan to the lost Aladdin. Pop some popcorn and let’s have fun learning about Denver’s cinema house history! Empowered by Place is a conversation about how Denver’s historic places play an important role [...]
Find out moreJoin us virtually on Tuesday July 20th for our annual Historic Home Round Up. We will tackle hot issues for those living in historic homes and districts- plus have a chance to meet others that share your love for old homes! We’ll hear from L&D Construction about adding an Accessory Dwelling Unit in a historic [...]
Find out moreWe will start at 2830 Lawrence Street in Curtis Park for a maintenance tour, led by Melanie Short, Senior Associate at BVH Architecture. She will point out common maintenance issues on historic homes and how to tackle them as we walk through the historic Curtis Park neighborhood. This event is associated with our Historic Home [...]
Find out moreAugust 2021
As our Living History Trek winds through Capitol Hill you will get the chance to meet some of the historic figures who made it their home. Chat with Margaret "Molly" Brown and friends as you explore this historic neighborhood. This Trek is a self-guided walk that's a little over a mile long. You choose where [...]
Find out moreJoin us live or virtually for this special event featuring Denver artists Emily Burrowes and Karl Christian Krumpholz. Both artists are featured this month as a part of our exhibit Looking Forward, Looking Back. Their works illustrate iconic, and not so iconic, locations around Denver. Join us for this intimate evening to hear how each [...]
Find out moreSeptember 2021
Join us for a walk through Denver’s former Red Light District with the author of Market Street Madam, Randi Samuelson-Brown. She will talk about the industry’s past in Denver and explore the buildings that were part of this story.
Find out moreOctober 2021
When you imagine a haunted house, what do you see? A Mansard roof? A widow’s walk? Join us as we investigate architecture types, styles, and features common in depictions of haunted houses. We’ll also explore how and why haunted houses began to look a certain way in popular culture. This virtual evening will be paired with [...]
Find out moreThe ghosts of Victorian Horrors past are rising as we return to an evening of "in-person" visits from both the spirit and mortal worlds. Join us in creeping from room to room hearing tales directly from gothic greats. We'll be limiting group size for each entry allowing for a more meaningful communion with the dead. [...]
Find out moreNovember 2021
Join us as we discuss Elitch Gardens and Theater. We'll speak with historian Debra Faulkner about its namesake and founder, Mary Elitch. We'll also talk to the board president of the Historic Elitch Theater about their efforts to restore and bring live theater back to this theater from the grounds of the original Elitch Gardens. [...]
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