Colorado Black community growth

The growth of the Black community in Colorado, particularly in the Five Points neighborhood of Denver, began in the late 19th century and thrived into the mid-20th century, largely due to the Great Migration and the establishment of vibrant cultural, musical, and business districts. Key to this development were local institutions, such as the Rossonian Hotel and various jazz clubs, which became hubs of artistic expression and Black entrepreneurship amidst broader civil rights struggles.