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Women’s History Events in March
International Women's Day Free Day | Denver, CO
Center for Colorado Women’s History | March 8, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Tickets (Free) and additional information available here.
Join the Center for Colorado Women’s History for a free day on International Women’s Day! Come view the historic house, marvel at rarely displayed objects connected to the history of Colorado women, take photos at a vintage photo station, and celebrate the accomplishments of women both past and future.

This free day includes access to the General Admission section of the museum as well as the vintage photo station.

Las Sufragistas: Latina Suffragists of the Borderlands | Fort Garland, CO
Fort Garland Museum & Cultural Center | March 13, 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Honor Women's History Month at Fort Garland Museum & Cultural Center by joining this free discussion of the Latina suffragists of the borderlands hosted by Dr. Mari Centeno. History courses on women’s suffrage often focus on Susan B. Anthony, Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Alice Paul. Obscured among these stories are the efforts of suffragettes of color including Nina Otero-Warren, Jovita Idar and a host of Latina/o suffragists. Come discover more about the invisible history of Latina women who maintained strength in their cultures while crossing boundaries to fight for their rights.

Rosenberry Lecture: National Florist Workers Strike! Kitayama vs NFWOM | Denver, CO
History Colorado Center | March 19, 1 & 7 p.m.
Join Dr. Priscilla Falcon, professor emeritus of the University of Northern Colorado, for a discussion of her gripping book, STRIKE: National Florist Workers vs. Kitayama, which chronicles the story of the 1968 strike against a Brighton-based carnation greenhouse for better wages and working conditions. Led by Guadalupe “Lupe” Briseño – and several other Chicana women – this strike lasted over 200 days and highlights the vital role Chicana women played in the fight for labor justice.

Tickets ($10-15) are available for both the 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. talks. 

Year-Round Opportunities to Celebrate and Explore Women’s History at History Colorado:
The Center for Colorado Women’s History | Denver, CO
The Center for Colorado Women’s History is the first state museum focused on the past, present, and future achievements of Colorado women. The Center highlights women’s history through its focus on scholarship, research, lectures, tours, and exhibitions that expand our understanding of women in Colorado. Using rarely displayed objects from History Colorado’s Collection, the Center for Colorado Women’s History connects local stories to the broader history of women and spearheads ongoing efforts to better understand the ways women continue to change the world.

The Center for Colorado Women’s History is located at 1310 Bannock Street in Denver and is open Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sundays from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, visit www.h-co.org/ccwh or call 303-620-4933.

Signature Initiatives
Colorado Heritage for All is an ongoing History Colorado initiative to add historic designations to 150 currently unrecognized historic resources that tell the stories of marginalized communities by the end of 2026. Recent additions to the State and/or National Register of Historic Places as a result of Colorado Heritage for All highlight the important role women have played in creating the Centennial State and include:

• Colorado Women's College’s listing on the National Register of Historic Places being amended to better highlight its importance as Colorado first women’s college and standing as one of a handful of private institutions of higher education for women in the Centennial State
• Eighth Street Baptist Church’s – a historically Black church in Pueblo, Colorado – addition to the National Register of Historic Places for its connection to the women’s suffrage movement of 1893. The Eighth Street Baptist Church is a rare example of how Black women were an important part of the fight for women’s sufferage
• First Baptist Church – a Late Gothic Revival church in Salida, Colorado – being added to the National Register of Historic Places due to its history of serving as an important meeting and organizing space for the Women’s Suffrage Movement and the Women’s Christian Temperance Union 

Essential Listening and Viewing
Eager to learn about Women’s History from the comforts of home? Look no further than the Colorado Women’s History lectures from History Colorado’s YouTube channel! Featuring 11 recorded video lectures spanning Colorado women' s roles in women’s suffrage to specific histories on individuals like Agnes Wright Spring and Carrie Clyde Holly. 

Additionally, History Colorado’s critically acclaimed podcast, Lost Highways: Dispatches from the Shadows of the Rocky Mountains, has several episodes centering the intersectional lives women lead. Episodes such as “The Unfairer Sex,” “Cathay Williams/William Cathay: Buffalo Soldier,” “Snake, Rattle & Roll,” and “Six Gay Weddings and a Horse” are just some of the remarkable stories explored by Lost Highways and they can all be accessed wherever you get your podcasts! 

Ongoing Exhibitions
History Colorado maintains an active schedule that includes a number of exhibitions that explore stories of prominent women who overcame barriers, stood up for their rights, and forged their own destinies. Current exhibitions highlighting women's history include: 

• Rumors of Bloomers at the Center for Colorado Women’s History uses rarely displayed objects – such as corsets, bloomers, swimming costumes, petticoats, and Mother Hubbard gowns – to highlight the ways “unmentionables” have given form and shape to bodies, while also expressing identity, autonomy, agency, and protest. Rumors of Bloomers is on display at the Center for Colorado Women’s History until March 29, 2025.
• The Borderlands of Southern Colorado exhibitions at the History Colorado Center, Trinidad History Museum, and El Pueblo History Museum explores life in the borderlands between the United States and the Republic of Mexico before and after the signing of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo. These exhibitions highlight the power and agency women held despite being disproportionately impacted by the Treaty and seeing many of their rights revoked following its signing. 
• What's Your Story? at the History Colorado Center includes the stories of Colorado women who embody their superpowers and made an impact on the community, state, and nation. Women like Amache Ochinee Prowers, Dana Crawford, Hattie McDaniel, Rachel Noel, and so many more are all featured in this celebration of Colorado changemakers. 
• Zoom In at the History Colorado Center has 100 stories to tell – a mosaic of the Centennial State’s past, present, and potential future. Artifacts such as Baby Doe Tabor’s bedroom vanity, Quon Tai “Daisy” Yuen Chin’s wedding dress, an 1884 Ballot Box and Case, and so much more demonstrate women’s significant and ongoing contributions to Colorado’s history.
• El Movimiento in Colorado Stories at the History Colorado Center highlights Chicano/a/x activism that took place in Colorado during the 60s and 70s. This exhibition utilizes artifacts, photos, archival video footage, and the activists’ own voices to tell visitors about the struggle for labor rights, student activism, Vietnam War protests, and more.
• Owl Club of Denver: Legacies of Excellence, on display at the History Colorado Center through May 2, 2025, explores the rich traditions of a prominent all-Black debutante cotillion club in the Mile High City as well as the remarkable young women who were recognized and uplifted by it such as:
  • Condoleezza Rice, the first female African American Secretary of State and first woman to serve as the National Security Advisor
  • The highly decorated Cleo Parker Robinson, founder of the Cleo Parker Robinson Dance Ensemble
  • Charleszine “Terry” Nelson, retired Senior Special Collections and Community Resource Manager of the Blair-Caldwell African American Research Library
  • Allegra “Happy” Haynes, former executive director of Denver Parks and Recreation 
• The Dry: Black Women’s Legacy in a Farming Community at the El Pueblo History Museum chronicles how, despite challenging conditions, the families of The Dry persevered and transformed the landscape of southeast Colorado. On display until March 28, 2025, view the family photos and home videos from some of the families– and in particular the women– who forged a legacy of freedom, family and resilience.

Additional information about History Colorado’s resources related to Women’s History can be found here.

New Exhibition and Attractions
The Bombing of United 629 | Denver, CO
History Colorado Center | Opens March 21
On March 21 the History Colorado Center will be opening The Bombing of United 629. Created in collaboration with the Denver Police Museum, The Bombing of United 629 explores the enduring legacy of this tragic event while serving as a tribute to all who were lost. Having occurred seventy years ago, the bombing of United 629 was the first confirmed case of sabotage against a commercial airliner in the U.S. The subsequent investigation set new standards for forensic science in crash investigations, revealing that John Gilbert Graham planted dynamite in his mother’s suitcase. This tragedy not only led to a landmark ruling by the Colorado Supreme Court, which allowed the trial to be televised and paved the way for greater media access to courtrooms nationally, but also prompted stricter passenger safety policies for air travel.

Georgetown Loop Seasonal Trains | Georgetown, CO
Georgetown Loop Railroad and Mining Park | Tickets on Sale Now!
Spring is right around the corner and with it comes another season of fun on the rails at the Georgetown Loop Railroad and Mining Park. Located forty-five miles west of Denver, the Georgetown Loop Railroad is one of Colorado’s most authentic living history experiences and will offer weekend train rides starting April 12 before resuming its daily rides in May. Tickets to the Georgetown Loop Railroad are on sale now for both normal operation days and its exciting theme days such as the upcoming Bunny Trains and of course the Mother’s Day Weekend Trains!

March Events
Art Journal Workshop | Trinidad, CO
Trinidad History Museum | March 1, 12 – 2 p.m.
Tickets ($10) and additional information available here.
Join the Trinidad History Museum team for a Saturday afternoon of art journaling! Local artist Lori Holdread will be teaching journaling techniques and tricks! The workshop is $10/person, with all materials provided. For more information, or to sign up, contact Millie at emily.duren@state.co.us or 719-846-7217.

How-To: Recording Family History 2025 | Online
Zoom | March 4, 12 – 1 p.m.
Tickets ($3-5) and additional information available here.
Do you have stories you would like to collect and share with family and friends? Virtually join Kim Kennedy-White, Associate Curator of Arts & Leisure and John W. Emery Family Associate Curator of Oral History at History Colorado, to learn more about oral histories. Topics will include preparing to collect stories, selecting appropriate equipment, securing permissions, recording oral histories, and preserving and sharing your recordings.

Big Visions: Denver Architecture of the 90s Bus Tour | Denver, CO
History Colorado Center | March 7, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Tickets ($90-100) and additional information available here.
Some of Denver's most impactful cultural institutions were built in the 1990s, a time of big visions and big buildings. Join Jeremy Morton, lead developer for History Colorado’s The 90s: Last Decade Before the Future exhibition, and the Denver Architecture Foundation on a bus tour exploring several of these culturally and architecturally significant sites while learning the context of what was going on in Denver in this booming decade. Tours of buildings will be led by architects, historians, and/or city experts. 

Paint Night @ the Museum | Trinidad, CO
Trinidad History Museum | March 7, 6:30 – 8 p.m.
Tickets ($25-30) and additional information available here.
Join the Trinidad History Museum for a guided paint class, taught by local artist Risa Phelps. Tickets for this event are $30/person. History Colorado Members receive a $5 discount. Light refreshments will be provided, but outside beverages and food are welcome. Reservations are required, to reserve your space purchase a ticket online or contact Millie at emily.duren@state.co.us or 719-846-7217.

Low Sensory Morning | Denver, CO
History Colorado Center | March 8,  8 – 10 a.m.
The History Colorado Center is happy to open its doors for families and self-advocates who prefer a lower sensory museum environment. From 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., the museum will be closed to the general public, attendance limited, and sounds in the exhibits turned down. Come and enjoy!

Tickets are free, but space is limited so please reserve your free tickets in advance for Low Sensory Mornings.

Free Family Day | Trinidad, CO
Trinidad History Museum | March 8, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Join the Trinidad History Museum on March 8 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for free museum admission and fun activities for kids of all ages! Leave your mark on the museum and help us paint a mural in the Hands-On History classroom. Plus, play Victorian lawn games and create your own outdoor art.

This event promises to be fun for the whole family, so come enjoy the free museum admission, activities for all ages, and discounts on Hands-On History programs!

Rosemaling: Norwegian Folk Art Painting Workshop | Denver, CO
History Colorado Center | March 8, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Tickets ($25-30) and additional information available here.
Step into a world of color, history, and Norwegian pride at this popular workshop! This immersive workshop takes you on a journey through Norway’s enchanting art of rosemaling, or “rose painting.” You’ll learn the origins of this intricate folk art, and discover key techniques before rolling up your sleeves and creating your very own rosemaling masterpiece. Whether you're Norwegian at heart or simply curious about this vibrant art form, stop by History Colorado Center for a day of culture, creativity, and connection to heritage!

Rocky Mountain Map Society presents "Mapping the Historic Cherokee Trail in Colorado: Real World Applications in Trail Mapping" with Ethan Gannett | Denver, CO
History Colorado Center | March 11, 5:30 – 7 p.m.
Tickets (Free) and additional information is available here.
The Colorado portion of the Cherokee Trail was a crucial link between the Santa Fe Trail at Bent’s Old Fort and the California Trail at Fort Bridger, Wyoming. Used by a diversity of communities, the Cherokee Trail was a vital “super highway” of its time that was a major artery for emigrants, settlers, and trade long before the Overland Stage Company claimed its routes. Join Ethan Gannett, president and mapping chair for the Colorado-Cherokee Trail chapter of the Oregon-California Trails Association, for a discussion of the evidence he has amassed to find modern-day rut traces of the Cherokee Trail in the field. 

Museum Basics: Strategic and Effective Approaches for Deaccessioning | Online
Zoom | March 12, 5 – 7 p.m.
Tickets (Starting at $25) and additional information are available here.
History Colorado’s Museum Basic series continues in March with a special session covering strategic and effective approaches for deaccessioning objects from your collection. Part of History Colorado’s professional educational series, this session is perfect for staff and volunteers at cultural institutions looking to gain a better understanding of some of the foundations of working in cultural institutions.

Through the Vine | Trinidad, CO
Trinidad History Museum | March 20, 5:30 — 7 p.m.
Tickets ($20-25) and additional information is available here.
Join the Trinidad History Museum Team in the beautiful Baca-Bloom Heritage Gardens every third Thursday for a monthly program all about plants! To kick off this program, the museum’s groundskeeper will discuss setting up a potting station and starting your summer garden, plus helping participants plant a tray of starter seeds to take home! Light refreshments will be available, but outside food and beverages are welcome. The registration cost covers all necessary supplies.

Ostara to Easter: Natural Pigment Egg Dying | Denver, CO
History Colorado Center | March 29, 1 – 2:30 p.m.
Tickets ($20-25) and additional information is available here.
Step back in time and uncover the historical roots of Ostara/Easter in this captivating workshop. Participants will dye eggs using natural pigments sourced from plants and fruits, as well as techniques reminiscent of those practiced for centuries. Throughout the workshop, our knowledgeable guides will share intriguing tales and insights into the cultural significance of Ostara/Easter, shedding light on how different societies have honored the changing seasons and embraced the cycle of life through ritual and tradition.

Meet the Collection - A Look at the History of Lakeside Amusement Park and Manhattan Beach with David Forsyth | Denver, CO
History Colorado Center | March 31, 1 – 2 p.m.
In 1890, a new summer resort opened on the shore of Sloan’s Lake that would eventually become Manhattan Beach. This park served as the first true amusement park in Denver, with the city’s first roller coaster and merry-go-round, until its closure in 1914. Just up the Sheridan from it, Lakeside Amusement Park opened in 1908 where it continues to be an integral part of summer fun for Coloradans. Join Dr. David Forsyth for a deep dive into the histories of these two amusement parks, and a discussion of his extensive research into recreation and leisure in the metro area.

About History Colorado
History Colorado is a division of the Colorado Department of Higher Education and a 501(c)3 non-profit that has served more than 75,000 students and 500,000 people in Colorado each year. It is a 146-year-old institution that operates eleven museums and historic sites, a free public research center, the Office of Archaeology and Historic Preservation which provides technical assistance, educational opportunities, and other access to archaeology and historic preservation, and the History Colorado State Historical Fund (SHF), which is one of the nation’s largest state funded preservation programs of its kind. More than 70% of SHF grants are allocated in rural areas of the state. Additionally, the offices of the State Archaeologist and the State Historic Preservation Officer are part of History Colorado. 

History Colorado’s mission is to create a better future for Colorado by inspiring wonder in our past. We serve as the state’s memory, preserving and sharing the places, stories, and material culture of Colorado through educational programs, historic preservation grants, collecting, outreach to Colorado communities, the History Colorado Center and Stephen H. Hart Research Center in Denver, and 10 other museums and historic attractions statewide. History Colorado is one of only six Smithsonian Affiliates in Colorado. Visit HistoryColorado.org, or call 303-HISTORY, for more information. #HistoryColorado