Eisen, Leah (Silverberg), 1900-1987
Biography
Denver resident, buried in Rose Hill Cemetery. Married Samuel Eisen Jr in 1921 officiated by Rabbi Kauvar. Leah Eisen (1900-1987, SSI) was active in the Denver Jewish community, and was known for her commitment to family and philanthropy. She founded the Diversional and Recreational program of the Beth Israel Hospital with Naomi Sheftel in 1955, was named 1959 Colorado Mother of the Year, and became president of the Colorado Hospital Auxiliary in 1963 and was involved in the National Council of Jewish Women Denver Chapter.. Her mother, Rose Silverberg, was one of the founders of Beth Israel.
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Leah Eisen, 1927-1979
Leah Eisen (1900-1987, SSI) was active in the Denver Jewish community, and was known for her commitment to family and philanthropy. She founded the Diversional and Recreational program of the Beth Israel Hospital with Naomi Sheftel in 1955, was named 1959 Colorado Mother of the Year, and became president of the Colorado Hospital Auxiliary in 1963. Her mother, Rose Silverberg, was one of the founders of Beth Israel.
Leah Eisen's Wedding Dress
Collection consists of wedding dress worn by Leah Silverberg Eisen on her marriage to Samuel Eisen, Jr. January 23, 1921. The were married in Denver by Rabbi Kauvar.
Leah Silverberg Eisen's Wedding Dress, 1921 January 23
Cream-colored silk satin wedding dress with, cummerbund waistline, short ruched lace sleeves and ankle length skirt. Skirt has two tiers of lace on front lower portion. Bodice has deep-V cut front backed with lace panels; left side of bodice is covered in lace while right side is silk satin. Clear and pewter/bronze beading along V-neck, cuffs and back of bodice.
Oral History Interview with Leah Silverberg Eisen, 1982 April 30
Major subjects cover the familiy's immigration to Denver, her parents and siblings, Jewish religious education
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