History
Sewing together the stories of Colorado’s Japanese American history
This comprehensive Colorado Japanese Women’s Quilt Project collects the quilts of over 80 Japanese-American families in Colorado.
Hydro Power
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.
Hydro Power
Season 2 Episode 213 | 27m 19s | CC
In 1891, a lack of timber fuel threatened mining operations in Telluride. Cue L.L. Nunn. This Colorado pioneer financed Ames Hydroelectric Generating Plant, the first in the world to generate alternating current electric power for industrial application. Thanks to this, Telluride’s Gold King Mine remained open and hydroelectric plants soon popped up across the United States and the world.
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Owl Club exhibit spotlights Black excellence amid national efforts to censor Black history
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