La Alma-Lincoln Park is not only one of Denver’s oldest residential neighborhoods; it was also at the heart of Denver’s Chicano Movement, El Movimiento, in the 1960s and 1970s. The neighborhood’s rich, cultural fabric is made tangible by its diverse architectural structures, vibrant public spaces, and the presence of Denver’s oldest active art district. This walkshop will take participants through the past, present, and future of the area, which is steeped in Latino heritage and today represents a diverse population. We’ll begin with an overview of the neighborhood’s Chicano history and discuss the development of Denver’s 5280 Loop hiking trail. Then, we’ll learn about the vibrant, mixed-income Mariposa District, before ending the tour with a visit to the Santa Fe Streetscape pilot project.

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Mode

Moderate walking, with light rail travel

Leader

Wesley Dismore, Engineer, Transportation Implementation Division, DOTI

Speaker

Gabriella Serrado, Regional Planning Manager, CONSOR Engineering