Join the Denver Mayor’s Office and the Denver Botanic Gardens in honoring our past and looking forward to a bright and vibrant future together. “Sharing Our Stories: Past, Present, and Future” reflects on the rich history of our LGBTQ+ community and envisions the next 50 years with insights from our esteemed panelists.
After the panel discussion, guests are welcome to stroll through the Denver Botanic Gardens for a time of reflection and healing.
Know Before You Go: Free event and open to all, parking is free in the garage as well as off-street parking being available, but please allocate additional travel time to locate a parking spot. Complimentary light bites and beverages will be provided.
Date: Friday, June 28, 2024
Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM (Doors open at 2:30 PM)
Location: Denver Botanic Garden’s West Terrace 1007 York Street, Denver, CO 80206 To attend, please RSVP Here
Panel Discussion: Co-Moderated by CEO of Moonshot edVentures/Chair of the Denver LGBTQ Commission Kat Ling and Co-Founder & Executive Director Lavender Hill Cultural District Zach Kotel, with special guest panelists:
- Rex Fuller, Executive Director at The Center on Colfax
- Leslie Herod, Colorado State Representative District 8
- Koko Bayer, Local Denver Artist
- Ophelia Peaches, Activist, Gen Z Influencer and Keynote Speaker
- Dr. Darin (D-L) Stewart, Professor and Department Chair at the University of Denver