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A Statewide Collaboration

2020 Women’s Vote Centennial Colorado

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The year 2020 is the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment. As the first state to enact equal suffrage through popular vote—on November 7, 1893—Colorado has a lot to commemorate as we recognize the amendment's progress and rally together for greater empowerment and equality.

In anticipation of the centennial, former governor John Hickenlooper signed an executive order creating the Women’s Vote Centennial Commission. The Commission and History Colorado lead efforts, together with community partners statewide, to bridge the gap from recognizing the importance of history to understanding how it impacts the here and now.

The Women’s Vote Centennial Colorado // 2020 gives multi-generational audiences the opportunity to learn about the journey and struggle to achieve voting rights, understand the contributions of women in Colorado history, and underscore the value of each of our voices with the right to vote.

Let’s remember those who fought on our behalf, explore the stories of success and setback, and most of all, let’s continue to vote.

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Women's Equality Day

Women's Equality Day

See our events for a yearlong commemoration of the Women's Vote Centennial
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Bold Women. Change History.

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Upcoming Events

Learn about activities hosted by our community partners statewide!  Please refer to the hosting sponsor's website to confirm events, as details may be subject to last-minute changes.

If you would like to submit your event to be included on the website, please visit our community calendar and post your event details. Please be sure to add details for "Organizer" and "Venue" so we can contact you about the post and people can find your event or exhibit.  For assistance,  contact Jillian Allison at jillian.allison@state.co.us or 303-893-4281.

The content and opinions contained in the programs and exhibitions listed here do not necessarily reflect the views or policies of History Colorado and the Colorado Women’s Vote Centennial Commission. 

Additional Opportunities

Center for Colorado Women's History:

Host a Votes for Women Tea to commemorate the women’s suffrage centennial at the Center for Colorado Women’s History in the historic house! Our Votes for Women Tea takes you on a guided tour of the historic home and then to the woman suffrage themed tea room to enjoy a three-course tea of fresh fruit, scones, tea sandwiches, desserts, and our Lady Evans Tea. Our tea room can host up to 24 guests and you can enjoy the full tour and tea experience for $25 per guest ($20 per History Colorado Member). To arrange your Votes for Women Tea or if you have further inquiries, e-mail HC_CoWomensHistory@state.co.us or call us at 303-620-4933.

Tours and Treks

  • Carrie Chapman Catt

    The Road to the Vote

    On November 7, 1893 Colorado women won the right to vote. The referendum vote tally was 35,798 for and 29,551 against. The road to this achievement was hilly and bumpy with lots of curves and two major detours along the way.

  • Women's History Colorado Springs

    Women’s History in Colorado Springs by Bus

    From natural wonders and works of art to college campuses and grand museums, Colorado Springs offers fascinating sights and experiences connected to women's history.

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  • A collaboration led by History Colorado and the Colorado Women's Vote Centennial Commission with the generous support of: