Denver Public Library Western History/Genealogy Digital Collections

- Nelson James Wedding
- Group photograph of the wedding of Lia Nelson and Raymond James at the Washington Park Chapel in Denver, Colorado. The splendid reception followed the wedding at the Marriott City Center in Downtown, Denver.
- Weddings--Colorado--Denver.; Weddings.; African American families--Religious life--Colorado--Denver.; African Americans--Colorado--Denver.
- 2006 November 18
- Cleotha Brown Bell
- Picture of Cleotha Brown and her brother during World War II. Cleotha was born in Mississippi to the Mary and Edward Scott family. She moved to Denver with her family in about 1943, and attended Manual High School.
- Weddings--Colorado--Denver.; Weddings.; African American families--Religious life--Colorado--Denver.; African Americans--Colorado--Denver.
- circa 1943
- Cleotha Brown Bell and L. R. Gladys
- Cleotha Brown was born in Mississippi to the Mary and Edward Scott family. She moved to Denver with her family in about 1943, and attended Manual High School.
- Weddings--Colorado--Denver.; Weddings.; African American families--Religious life--Colorado--Denver.; African Americans--Colorado--Denver.
- circa 1935
- Cleotha Brown Bell L. R. Gladys
- Cleotha Brown was born in Mississippi to the Mary and Edward Scott family. She moved to Denver with her family in about 1943, and attended Manual High School.
- Weddings--Colorado--Denver.; Weddings.; African American families--Religious life--Colorado--Denver.; African Americans--Colorado--Denver.
- circa 1955
- Cleotha Brown Bell
- Cleotha Brown was born in Mississippi to the Mary and Edward Scott family. She moved to Denver with her family in about 1943, and attended Manual High School.
- Weddings--Colorado--Denver.; Weddings.; African American families--Religious life--Colorado--Denver.; African Americans--Colorado--Denver.
- circa 1955
- Cleotha Brown Bell
- Cleotha Brown was born in Mississippi to the Mary and Edward Scott family. She moved to Denver with her family in about 1943, and attended Manual High School.
- Weddings--Colorado--Denver.; Weddings.; African American families--Religious life--Colorado--Denver.; African Americans--Colorado--Denver.
- circa 1943
- Henry Hudson Wedding
- Photograph of the wedding of Faye Henry and Sergeant Ennis Hudson Jr. in Houston, Texas. Included in the picture are Faye's Maid of Honor, sister Madeline Henry, and two other sisters as bridesmaids Lovie and Lillian. Ennis Best Man was Sawyer...
- Weddings--Colorado--Denver.; Weddings.; African American families--Religious life--Colorado--Denver.; African Americans--Colorado--Denver.
- 1958 August 23
- Henry Hudson Wedding
- Photograph of the wedding of Faye Henry and Sergeant Ennis Hudson Jr. in Houston, Texas. Included in the picture from left to right are: Mrs. Lillian Jones Henry, Mr. Vern C. Henry, Faye and Ennis Hudson Jr., Mrs Orvee Jones Taylor, mother of...
- Weddings--Colorado--Denver.; Weddings.; African American families--Religious life--Colorado--Denver.; African Americans--Colorado--Denver.
- 1958 August 23
- Fontaine Borom Wedding
- Photograph of Betty Jean Fontaine and Lawrence Borom on their wedding day at St. Marks Presbyterian Church in Cleveland, Ohio.
- Weddings--Ohio--Cleveland.; Weddings.; African American families--Religious life--Colorado--Denver.; African Americans--Colorado--Denver.
- 1963 November 29
- Logan Wheeler Wedding Groom and Groomsmen
- Standing in the front is the Groom, Mr. Dashan L. Wheeler, behind him are his groomsmen and family members. From left to right in the first row: Mr. Joseph Ortiz, Mr. Gerald Wheeler, Mr. Robert Gonzales, Mr. Cameron Rivers, Mr. Christopher Thomas....
- Weddings--Colorado--Denver.; Weddings.; African American families--Religious life--Colorado--Denver.; African Americans--Colorado--Denver.
- 2009 April 4
- Nelson Carothers Wedding
- Bride Lori Nelson Carothers, and the groom, Mark Carothers at their wedding reception in Denver, Colorado.
- Weddings--Colorado--Denver.; Weddings.; African American families--Religious life--Colorado--Denver.; African Americans--Colorado--Denver.
- 2000 April 8
- Nelson Carothers Wedding
- Group photograph of Lori Nelson Carothers family during her wedding to Mark Carothers in Denver, Colorado. Pictured from left to right are: Leroy F. Nelson Jr., Lori Nelson Carothers, Mark Carothers, Charleszine Nelson.
- Weddings--Colorado--Denver.; Weddings.; African American families--Religious life--Colorado--Denver.; African Americans--Colorado--Denver.
- 2000 April 8
- Nelson Carothers Wedding
- Bride Lori Nelson Carothers, and the groom, Mark Carothers cutting their wedding cake during their wedding reception at the Grant Humphrey's Mansion in Denver, Colorado.
- Weddings--Colorado--Denver.; Weddings.; African American families--Religious life--Colorado--Denver.; African Americans--Colorado--Denver.
- 2000 April 8
- Liggins Hill Wedding
- Pastor Wendell Theodore Liggins and Louise Hill married in the early 1940's after he became the Senior Pastor of Zion Baptist Church.
- Weddings--Colorado--Denver--1960-1970.; Weddings.; African American families--Religious life--Colorado--Denver.; African Americans--Colorado--Denver--1960-1970.
- circa 1940
- Mass Wedding at Zion Baptist Church
- Photograph of a mass wedding held at Zion Baptist Church in Denver, Colorado. This mass wedding was held as a Church Wide Chorus fundraiser. Individuals identified in the photo are from left to right: Percy Jaggers, Vivian Sims, James and...
- Weddings--Colorado--Denver.; Weddings.; African American families--Religious life--Colorado--Denver.; African Americans--Colorado--Denver.
- circa 1942
- Brown Family Home
- Photograph of the childhood home of Octavia Brown in Denver, Colorado. Several members of the Brown family are seen standing and sitting on the front porch.
- Weddings--Colorado--Denver.; Weddings.; African American families--Religious life--Colorado--Denver.; African Americans--Colorado--Denver.
- circa 1895
- Andrews Johnson Wedding
- Bride Jonella Andrews and Groom Charles Johnson share a piece of cake after their wedding at the home of William and Leena Cotton at 2722 Fillmore Street in Denver, Colorado.
- Weddings--Colorado--Denver.; Weddings.; African American families--Religious life--Colorado--Denver.; African Americans--Colorado--Denver.
- 1958 September 7
- Andrews Johnson Wedding
- Bride Jonella Andrews and Groom Charles Johnson cut their cake after their wedding at the home of William and Leena Cotton at 2722 Fillmore Street in Denver, Colorado.
- Weddings--Colorado--Denver.; Weddings.; African American families--Religious life--Colorado--Denver.; African Americans--Colorado--Denver.
- 1958 September 7
- Andrews Johnson Wedding
- Bride Jonella Andrews and Groom Charles Johnson after their wedding at the home of William and Leena Cotton at 2722 Fillmore Street in Denver, Colorado. They stand with Robert Lucas and Delores Johnson, witnesses for their wedding.
- Weddings--Colorado--Denver.; Weddings.; African American families--Religious life--Colorado--Denver.; African Americans--Colorado--Denver.
- 1958 September 7
- Logan Wheeler Wedding Sorority Serenade
- The bride, Tasha Logan-Wheeler is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Epsilon Nu Omega Chapter of Denver, Colorado. It is tradition for members to serenade a member at her wedding. Sorors include: Patricia O'Neal, Clementine...
- Weddings--Colorado--Denver.; Weddings.; African American families--Religious life--Colorado--Denver.; African Americans--Colorado--Denver.
- 2009 April 4
- Andrews Johnson Wedding
- Bride Jonella Andrews and Groom Charles Johnson during their wedding at the home of William and Leena Cotton at 2722 Fillmore Street in Denver, Colorado. Pictured are the Bride and Groom, Pastor Dr. Theodore Liggins, Best Man Robert Lucas and an...
- Weddings--Colorado--Denver.; Weddings.; African American families--Religious life--Colorado--Denver.; African Americans--Colorado--Denver.
- 1958 September 7
- Charleszine King and Charles Henry wedding
- Charleszine King and Charles Henry Washington wedding photo
- Weddings--Colorado--Denver.; Weddings.; African American families--Religious life--Colorado--Denver.; African Americans--Colorado--Denver.
- 1937
- King Jones Wedding party
- Photograph of the wedding party of Richard King and Lorraine Jones at the Scott United Methodist Church in Denver, Colorado. Included in the picture are: Ricky Jackson, Gene Carter, Margaret Cunningham, Elizabeth Scott, Shirley Green, Minnie...
- Weddings--Colorado--Denver.; Weddings.; African American families--Religious life--Colorado--Denver.; African Americans--Colorado--Denver.
- 1948 June 4
- King Jones Wedding
- Photograph of the wedding of Richard King and Lorraine Jones at the Scott United Methodist Church in Denver, Colorado. The bride and groom stand together on the first floor of the church.
- Weddings--Colorado--Denver.; Weddings.; African American families--Religious life--Colorado--Denver.; African Americans--Colorado--Denver.
- 1948 June 4
- King Jones Wedding
- Photograph of the wedding of Richard King and Lorraine Jones at the Scott United Methodist Church in Denver, Colorado. Lorraine poses in her dress. Underneath is written "size 5 dress, about 90 pounds".
- Weddings--Colorado--Denver.; Weddings.; African American families--Religious life--Colorado--Denver.; African Americans--Colorado--Denver.
- 1948 June 4
- King Jones Wedding
- Photograph of the wedding of Richard King and Lorraine Jones at the Scott United Methodist Church in Denver, Colorado. Underneath photo "tiny waist, tiny bride. Lorraine".
- Weddings--Colorado--Denver.; Weddings.; African American families--Religious life--Colorado--Denver.; African Americans--Colorado--Denver.
- 1948 June 4
- King Jones Wedding cutting the cake
- Photograph of the wedding of Richard King and Lorraine Jones at the Scott United Methodist Church in Denver, Colorado. the couple stand poised to cut the cake at Corrine Jackson's home on 26th High Street in Denver, Colorado. Pictured are the...
- Weddings--Colorado--Denver.; Weddings.; African American families--Religious life--Colorado--Denver.; African Americans--Colorado--Denver.
- 1948 June 4
- King Jones Wedding party
- Photograph of the wedding party of Richard King and Lorraine Jones at the Scott United Methodist Church in Denver, Colorado. The wedding party is pictured in front of the sanctuary of the church.
- Weddings--Colorado--Denver.; Weddings.; African American families--Religious life--Colorado--Denver.; African Americans--Colorado--Denver.
- 1948 June 4
- King Jones Wedding
- Photograph of the wedding of Richard King and Lorraine Jones at the Scott United Methodist Church in Denver, Colorado. Pictured are the bride and groom walking down the aisle after the ceremony.
- Weddings--Colorado--Denver.; Weddings.; African American families--Religious life--Colorado--Denver.; African Americans--Colorado--Denver.
- 1948 June 4
- King Jones Wedding ceremony
- Photograph taken during the wedding ceremony of Richard King and Lorraine Jones at the Scott United Methodist Church in Denver, Colorado. The couple are pictured standing in front of the minister, during the ceremony.
- Weddings--Colorado--Denver.; Weddings.; African American families--Religious life--Colorado--Denver.; African Americans--Colorado--Denver.
- 1948 June 4
- Logan Wheeler Wedding
- The bride's father, Mr. James Scott Logan walked his daughter, Tasha Marie Logan to the alter at the start of the ceremony.
- Weddings--Colorado--Denver.; Weddings.; African American families--Religious life--Colorado--Denver.; African Americans--Colorado--Denver.
- 2009 April 4
- King Jones Wedding
- Photograph of the wedding of Richard King and Lorraine Jones at the Scott United Methodist Church in Denver, Colorado. The couple stand in front of the minister, exchanging a kiss as husband and wife.
- Weddings--Colorado--Denver.; Weddings.; African American families--Religious life--Colorado--Denver.; African Americans--Colorado--Denver.
- 1948 June 4
- Zion Baptist "I-Do" Event
- Photograph of the exhibit at the Zion Baptist "I-Do" wedding event at Blair Caldwell African American Research Library in Denver, Colorado.
- Weddings--Colorado--Denver.; Weddings.; African American families--Religious life--Colorado--Denver.; African Americans--Colorado--Denver.
- 2013 May 18
- Zion Baptist "I-Do" Event
- Photograph of a wedding dress on exhibit at the Zion Baptist "I-Do" wedding event at Blair Caldwell African American Research Library in Denver, Colorado.
- Weddings--Colorado--Denver.; Weddings.; African American families--Religious life--Colorado--Denver.; African Americans--Colorado--Denver.
- 2013 May 18
- Zion Baptist "I-Do" Event
- Photograph of a wedding dress on exhibit at the Zion Baptist "I-Do" wedding event at Blair Caldwell African American Research Library in Denver, Colorado.
- Weddings--Colorado--Denver.; Weddings.; African American families--Religious life--Colorado--Denver.; African Americans--Colorado--Denver.
- 2013 May 18
- Zion Baptist "I-Do" Event
- Photograph of some wedding dresses on exhibit at the Zion Baptist "I-Do" wedding event at Blair Caldwell African American Research Library in Denver, Colorado.
- Weddings--Colorado--Denver.; Weddings.; African American families--Religious life--Colorado--Denver.; African Americans--Colorado--Denver.
- 2013 May 18
- Zion Baptist "I-Do" Event
- Photograph of an unidentified couple that was on display during the Zion Baptist "I-Do" wedding event at Blair Caldwell African American Research Library in Denver, Colorado.
- Weddings--Colorado--Denver.; Weddings.; African American families--Religious life--Colorado--Denver.; African Americans--Colorado--Denver.
- 2013 May 18
- Zion Baptist "I-Do" Event
- Photograph of some wedding dresses on exhibit at the Zion Baptist "I-Do" wedding event at Blair Caldwell African American Research Library in Denver, Colorado.
- Weddings--Colorado--Denver.; Weddings.; African American families--Religious life--Colorado--Denver.; African Americans--Colorado--Denver.
- 2013 May 18
- Zion Baptist "I-Do" Event
- Photograph of a groom's clothing on exhibit at the Zion Baptist "I-Do" wedding event at Blair Caldwell African American Research Library in Denver, Colorado.
- Weddings--Colorado--Denver.; Weddings.; African American families--Religious life--Colorado--Denver.; African Americans--Colorado--Denver.
- 2013 May 18
- Zion Baptist "I-Do" Event
- Photograph of two wedding dresses on exhibit at the Zion Baptist "I-Do" wedding event at Blair Caldwell African American Research Library in Denver, Colorado.
- Weddings--Colorado--Denver.; Weddings.; African American families--Religious life--Colorado--Denver.; African Americans--Colorado--Denver.
- 2013 May 18
- Zion Baptist "I-Do" Event
- Photograph of a wedding dress on exhibit at the Zion Baptist "I-Do" wedding event at Blair Caldwell African American Research Library in Denver, Colorado.
- Weddings--Colorado--Denver.; Weddings.; African American families--Religious life--Colorado--Denver.; African Americans--Colorado--Denver.
- 2013 May 18
- Logan Wheeler Wedding Bride and bridesmaids
- Tasha Logan-Wheeler is the bride standing in the front, behind her from left to right are: Ms. Davis Talley and Ms. Shelly D. Grissom. The next row from left to right beginning with the flower girl Miss Zariyah Wheeler, Mrs. Victoria Gonzales,...
- Weddings--Colorado--Denver.; Weddings.; African American families--Religious life--Colorado--Denver.; African Americans--Colorado--Denver.
- 2009 April 4
- Zion Baptist "I-Do" Event
- Photograph of a wedding dress on exhibit at the Zion Baptist "I-Do" wedding event at Blair Caldwell African American Research Library in Denver, Colorado.
- Weddings--Colorado--Denver.; Weddings.; African American families--Religious life--Colorado--Denver.; African Americans--Colorado--Denver.
- 2013 May 18
- Zion Baptist "I-Do" Event
- Photograph of a wedding dress on exhibit at the Zion Baptist "I-Do" wedding event at Blair Caldwell African American Research Library in Denver, Colorado.
- Weddings--Colorado--Denver.; Weddings.; African American families--Religious life--Colorado--Denver.; African Americans--Colorado--Denver.
- 2013 May 18
- Logan Wheeler Wedding
- The happy couple relaxes after the ceremony at the Heritage Eagle Bend Clubhouse in Aurora, Colorado. The couple, Mr. Dashan Lee Wheeler and Mrs. Tasha Logan-Wheeler, were married April 4, 2009 by Reverend Frank Davis of Zion Baptist Church of...
- Weddings--Colorado--Denver.; Weddings.; African American families--Religious life--Colorado--Denver.; African Americans--Colorado--Denver.
- 2009 April 4