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Celebrating Black History Month in Colorado Springs, one artifact at a time

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KKTV) - February is Black History Month, and from educators to artists to community leaders, Black history has deep roots in the Pikes Peak region! And that history is on full ...
Daily Camera

Honoring Colorado’s Black History requires taking the time to tell stories that make us think twice (Opinion)

For the past eight years, the Colorado Springs City Council has issued proclamations and recognitions paying homage to the achievements of its African American citizens. In 2025, the Colorado Springs ...
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Colorado Springs' first college was 'open to both sexes and all races' after the city's founding

COLORADO SPRINGS — It is Black History Month and as we take the time to reflect on the significant contributions African Americans have made to our shared history we also wanted to look at how the ...
The Gazette

History Colorado debuts ‘Moments That Made US’ exhibit to mark state’s 150th birthday

History Colorado debuted a new exhibit on Saturday featuring 50 different artifacts from U.S. history to mark the state and country’s upcoming anniversaries. As Colorado celebrates its 150th ...
Colorado Public Radio

When the border crosses you: Colorado’s Hispanic history

At one time most of Colorado was part of Mexico. It's a history that's still woven into the fabric of life for many in Southern Colorado, but others may not know it at all. The Arkansas River runs ...