Colorado Springs, Colorado, 1951-1987
Abstract
The first Jewish settlers in Colorado Springs were more health-seekers than merchants. A B'nai B'rith chapter was organized in 1901, and the Sons of Israel cemetery was created in 1904. Synagogues were founded in 1908 and 1910. Prominent citizens included Isaac Cahn, Isaac Myers, and Louis Ehrich. The community suffered in the 1920s but revived during World War II. The Air Force Academy, with its Jewish officers, enlisted personnel, and cadets, has been an important part of the Colorado Springs Jewish community. In the renowned Academy chapel, there is a small Jewish sanctuary whose foyer features purple, green, and blue stained glass windows.
Dates
- 1951-1987
Language of Materials
The collection is predominately in English, but some materials are in Hebrew.
Extent
From the Collection: 2 Linear Feet (3 legal document boxes and 1 letter document box.)
Scope and Contents
Folder contaains information on adresses on major streets; notes on Colorado Springs synagogue; Jewish Cadet Chapel Rededication program and information on Shlomo Katz artwork; Air Force Academy Jewish Baccalaureate Service; Chanukat Habayit Service of Dedication for Temple Shalom; paper on prominent Jews; and newspaper articles
Creator
- From the Collection: University of Denver. Center for Judaic Studies. Ira M. Beck Memorial Collection of Rocky Mountain Jewish History (Organization)
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections and Archives Repository