| Tuesday May 14, 2024 at 7:00 pm |
| Presented by Steven Wade Veatch The Cripple Creek Mining District, in Colorado, was a significant gold mining area during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Gold mining continues there today. Several photographers documented life in the district during this time. Three photographers made important and valuable visual records of the mining operations, daily life, and landscapes of the region during the late 1890s and early 1900s. William J. Gillen (birth date and death date unknown) was an American photographer known for his work in the early days of the Cripple Creek Mining District. His photographs offer a glimpse into the daily lives of the people who inhabited the mining district. His work includes portraits, street scenes, and events, providing a broader perspective on the area beyond mining activities. Edgar A. Yelton (1866-1946) was a photographer whose notable works captured the mining activities, social scenes, and landscapes of the Cripple Creek mining district. His work provides a visual narrative of the challenges and triumphs of the mining district. Julia Skolas (1863-1934) was a pioneering woman photographer and postcard publisher known for her work in the early 20th century. She operated a studio in Colorado Springs and then in Cripple Creek during the mining boom. Her collections included images of miners at work, mining equipment, and the rugged terrain of the area. Her work also contributes to a more comprehensive understanding of the human experience in the mining district. These three photographers played a crucial role in documenting the history and culture of the Cripple Creek Mining District, leaving behind a visual legacy that helps us understand the challenges and triumphs of this important period in Colorado’s history. Join Steven Veatch for a program that explores their rich legacy of photographs of the gold camp. To register for this online event, click here. Please note this seminar will not be presented at Florissant Fossil Beds you must register and join online. |
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