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Colorado Experience
Rocky Mountain PBS’ flagship history series, explores the people, places, and events that have shaped Colorado’s rich heritage. Each episode aims to bring history to life, offering fresh perspectives that foster a deeper sense of connection and community among Coloradans.
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Hidden History of Cheesman Park
Season 12 Episode 4 | 26m 39s | CC
This episode uncovers the captivating history of a site that began as one of Denver’s first cemeteries. As the city expanded, the cemetery was transformed into a park, with most of the bodies relocated—though an estimated 3,000 remain beneath the grass. Over time, Cheesman Park evolved into a vital gathering place for Denver’s LGBTQ community. Today, it remains a vibrant hub of queer culture.
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Colorado Experience: Hidden History of Cheesman Park
Learn the history of a site that began as one of Denver’s first cemeteries and its transformation to a landmark park and safe space for the LGBTQ+ community.