Women’s Vote Centennial kicks off with plan to reach every county in state

On Aug. 26, Women’s Equality Day, Gov. Jared Polis, representatives of History Colorado and the newly formed Colorado Women’s Vote Centennial Commission made history on the steps of the Colorado State Capitol when they kicked off the Women’s Vote Centennial commemoration of the 19th Amendment.

On the anniversary of the largest voting-rights expansion in U.S. history, the event launched a full year of educational programming, community engagement and partnerships in all 64 Colorado counties.

History Colorado, the state agency leading the initiative, announced inclusive, historic opportunities for Coloradans to participate, join grassroots efforts and honor the bold individuals who fought for female voting rights.

History Colorado invites interested organizations and individuals across the state to collaborate together to create space and events for civic engagement, commemoration, impact and support. Statewide partnerships between local museums, libraries, clubs, schools, arts organizations and individuals in communities will provide settings for suffrage-related events and dialogue.

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