Samantha Martin

Temple Buell Associate Curator of Architecture

Samantha is a graduate of Wright State University with a MA in Public History. She joined History Colorado in 2023 as the Temple Buell Associate Curator of Architecture. Samantha is responsible for collecting, preserving, and sharing contextual materials that tell the unique story of Colorado’s built environment. 

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  • Ferris Wheel at Lakeside Amusement Park.

    Amusement Park Staff Memories

    As we excitedly await the start of summer and amusement park season, we wanted to look back fondly on our memories of thrilling rides, delicious fried food, and breathtaking performances. We asked some of the staff at History Colorado to share some of their favorites.

  • Advertising poster depicting illustrated animals in zoo enclosures, reading "Elitch's Zoological Gardens, Denver, Colorado."

    “Not to See Elitch’s is Not to See Denver”

    Summer and amusement park season are right around the corner! While you wait with your ticket to ride, we explore the legacy of Denver's one and only Elitch Gardens.