Gentrification 101: A Two-Night Community Event at Blair-Caldwell African American Research Library

The Denver Public Library’s Blair-Caldwell African American Research Library (BCL) is hosting Gentrification 101, a two-night community event on Tuesday, November 28, 6–7 p.m. and Wednesday, November 29, 5–6 p.m.

Gentrification 101 features panel discussions and presentations led by local residents, librarians, and business professionals on the history and impact of gentrification on the Five Points Neighborhood. 

Day 1 of the event focuses on Five Points’ history as one of Denver’s oldest, historically Black neighborhoods and the impacts gentrification has had. Panelists include Councilman Darrell Watson of District 9, Dr. Dickerson of Welton Street Cafe and Blair-Caldwell Senior Librarian, Jameka Lewis.  

Day 2’s agenda drills in on the history of displacement in Denver and how community members can combat gentrification’s growing impact on Denver neighborhoods. Panelists include Jaymie Middendorf, Special Collections and Archives (SCA) Genealogist; Katie Rudolph, SCA Digital Archivist; and SCA Acquisitions Librarian, Brian Trembath. 

Both nights will include presentations and opportunities for audience members and panelists to interact. 

Gentrification 101 Parts 1 and 2 will be held at the Blair-Caldwell African American Research Library (BCL) on Tuesday, November 28, 6–7 p.m. and Wednesday, November 29, 5–6 p.m. No registration is required and all ages are welcome.