Colorado Experience
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.
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Season 2025 Episode 6 | 26m 40s | CC
Lydia Peña is well known as an educator, author, artist, art historian, community leader, and fundraiser. After graduation from Loretto Heights College, she entered the Sisters of Loretto where she made her vows and began her life of service that has focused on education. She was passionate about raising funds for the oppressed and underserved in Colorado and abroad.