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Journal of Pikes Peak 
Regional History, Volume I

A collection of presentations and films featured in the 2025 Regional History Symposium.

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Understanding the Historical Significance of Human Presence in the Jimmy Camp Area Through its Geography presented by Coben Scott 

This presentation explores how geography made Jimmy Camp and Corral Bluffs key sites of sustained human activity over thousands of years. 

Coben Scott is a fifth-generation Coloradan and history writer. At 21, he shares his passion for Colorado history through local newspaper articles and online posts and plans to pursue a teaching career in the future. 

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A Legacy in Light: McAllister Family History Preserved in a Charles J. Connick Stained Glass Memorial Window presented by Amy Miller 

This presentation traces how a rare book led to the rediscovery of a memorial stained glass window that revealed a poignant family story and regional connections. 

Amy Miller is the Visitor Services Manager at McAllister House Museum and holds an MA in Public History. A U.S. Air Force veteran with a background in special education and accessibility, she has lived in Colorado Springs for over 20 years.

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Voices of Impact: Preserving the Legacy of the African American Youth Leadership Conference Through Oral Histories presented by Dr. Ron Wynn 

This presentation introduces an oral history project preserving the legacy of the African American Youth Leadership Conference (AAYLC) through interviews with founders, students, and organizers. 

Dr. Ron Wynn is a longtime educator and co-founder of the AAYLC. He served as superintendent in Falcon School District 49 and remains active in education and equity efforts throughout Colorado Springs.

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Economic Equality in Human Remains Disposition and the Business of Death within Colorado Springs – Focusing on Evergreen Cemetery presented by Laura Risheill 

This presentation explores how burial practices at Evergreen Cemetery reflect enduring racial and economic inequalities in death care. 

Laura Risheill is completing her MA in History at UCCS. She specializes in Public History and American Cemetery Studies and is passionate about making historical research relevant to daily life.

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A Moment in Time: 1955 Photographs of Fannie Mae Duncan Shot by Lew Tilley presented by Steve Antonuccio

This presentation showcases a rare photographic series capturing Fannie Mae Duncan in her prime and explores its historical and artistic value. 

Steve Antonuccio spent 20 years at Pikes Peak Library District producing over 100 documentaries. He was a friend of both Lew Tilley and Fannie Mae Duncan and continues to present history programs across Colorado Springs. 

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Pikes Pic: A Visual Juxtaposition of the Pikes Peak Region, Past and Present presented by Zane Bamesberger 

This project compares archival and contemporary photographs to visually trace regional change and reflect on memory, growth, and place. 

Zane Bamesberger holds a degree in Anthropology from Colorado State University. A native of the region, he lives in Colorado Springs with his wife and service dog and spends his time visiting historical sites throughout Colorado. 

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To Honor and Remember: The Statues, Markers, and More in Evergreen Cemetery by Doris McCraw

This presentation explores Evergreen Cemetery as both a park and an open-air museum, highlighting its monuments, sculptures, and the rich stories behind them.

Doris McCraw has contributed extensively to the history of Colorado through her writing and research. Whether performing on stage or uncovering the past, her creativity and dedication bring the state’s heritage to life.

Films

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Ancestral Homelands of the Jicarilla Apache by Kate Perdoni

This video presentation highlights the deep-rooted cultural and spiritual ties of the Jicarilla Apache to their ancestral homelands in southern Colorado.

Kate Perdoni is a documentary filmmaker and historian based in the San Luis Valley. Her work focuses on Indigenous histories and storytelling in Colorado and northern New Mexico.

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Homie Cooked Meals: Mexican Markets and Meals that Bring Us Together by Eilex Rodriguez 

This cooking film explores how Mexican dishes made with local market ingredients preserve cultural identity and community across borders.

Eilex Rodriguez is a union organizer and historian with an MA in History. Their work focuses on Mexican history, Native American ethnohistory, film, and urban studies, and they are active in organizing efforts across El Paso County. 

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A Hike into History: The Ruins of Greenwood Park by Eric Swab 

This film follows hikers uncovering the hidden history of Greenwood Park through its layered ownership, architecture, and evolving land use. 

Eric Swab is a volunteer historian and published author who has researched numerous sites along the Pikes Peak massif. He has written books on Fred Barr, the Manitou Incline, and the Pikes Peak Highway and Summit.

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Selling the War: Jim Bates and the Image of the American Tank by John Jarrell 

This film analyzes how Jim Bates's WWII footage of American tanks helped shape a triumphant U.S. military narrative and influenced postwar filmmaking.