History Colorado

In the early part of the 20th century, Lincoln Hills was a retreat in the mountains west of Denver created for Black American families to spend time in the outdoors. A new exhibit at History Colorado in Denver explores the legacy of this haven during an era of segregation. We learn more about Lincoln Hills on today’s In The NoCo.

Phillip Gover III, who is of Pawnee and Choctaw descent, will help the organization work with with tribal communities.

In 1955, a man planted a bomb in luggage aboard a United Airlines flight shortly before it took off from Denver. The plane exploded over beet fields in Weld County -- killing everyone on board. Now there’s a new History Colorado exhibit commemorating the tragedy. Today on In The NoCo, we hear the story of Flight 629, and a local group's efforts to create a memorial.

A new exhibit at History Colorado highlights the unsung plains photography of John Fielder.

Fire Station No. 3 in Denver with a legacy of all-Black fire crews has been added to the National Register of Historic Places due to its unique architecture and ethnic heritage.

A spooky Halloween program in Denver takes visitors back in time to experience death and mourning in the Old West. “Victorian Death Experiences” looks at the traditional - and essential - role women have played when a loved one dies. We talk with the program’s curator on In The NoCo.

In 2021, Nicki Gonzales became Colorado's first-ever Latina state historian. Her work continues to help us understand Colorado’s cultural landscape and lesser-known pieces of history. We hear from her today on In The NoCo.

Rich historical accounts of Black life abound in many parts of the country. But in Colorado, there’s still a lot to learn about Black history. Today on In The NoCo, we hear from a curator at History Colorado who is working to uncover those stories.

As recently as the 1970s, Black Coloradans relied on green book sites when they were traveling. Today on In The NoCo, we learn about these safe havens and the push to uncover more of these historic places.

As recently as the 1970s, Black Coloradans relied on green book sites when they were traveling. Today on In The NoCo, we learn about the safe havens and the push to uncover and register more of these historic places.