Join the Irish Network of Colorado for the official ribbon cutting of the Leadville Irish Miners' Memorial – In memory of the over 1,300 Irish immigrants buried in unmarked graves – a symbol of their humanity, their lives and their struggles, in hope that their stories might continue… Remarks from dignitaries, reading of the names […]
Come to the Historic Evergreen Cemetery to honor our veterans and those who serve our nation. 9:30am with a BBQ lunch to follow at the Elk's Lodge (123 W. 5th St) at 12:30pm All are welcome to this free community event
Work has been progressing at the site of the Leadville Irish Miners’ Memorial and we will be having a ceremony at Evergreen Cemetery on Saturday, September 17th at 10am to celebrate the completion of Phase 1. The centerpiece is already in place on the plinth along with a rock from the Climax mine. The spiral walkways and […]
A guided walking tour fundraiser for the Leadville Irish Memorial All donations go to the Leadville Irish Memorial, now under construction in the Catholic Pauper section of Leadville’s Evergreen Cemetery. Please consider the following: Minimum $40 donation to the Leadville Irish Memorial recommended. Can be paid at the event or online. Please consider donating more […]