Dana Crawford is a renowned preservationist, best known for her transformative work in Denver, including the redevelopment of Larimer Square in the 1960s, Denver Union Station, and the Oxford Hotel. Her vision and leadership have made her a key figure in historic preservation, not just in Denver but across the country.
In this episode of Second Chances with Christy Belz, Christy speaks with the legendary preservationist, Dana Crawford. Dana shares her incredible journey, from revitalizing Denver’s Larimer Square to her work on iconic landmarks like Denver Union Station and the Oxford Hotel. Together, they discuss the challenges of historic preservation, the importance of collaboration and Dana’s inspiring vision for the future.
In this episode, you will learn the following:
- How Dana Crawford revitalized Larimer Square
- The story behind the Denver Union Station renovation
- Why preservation matters for community identity
- Importance of collaboration in large projects
- Challenges Dana faced as a woman in a male-dominated field
- How poverty can aid historic preservation
- Value of Denver’s architectural heritage
- Dana’s advice for overcoming resistance to change
Learn more about Dana Crawford & Denver Community:
Website: https://www.urbanneighborhoods.com/
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dana-crawford-63216713
Learn more about Christy Belz Social Communications:
Website: https://christybelz.com/influencer/oh-god-of-second-chances-here-i-am-again/
Course: https://christybelz.com/uproot/
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