Larimer County Genealogical Society Program: Placed Out: Orphan Train Riders

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Council Tree Library
Large Meeting Room

Event Details

Sharon will tell us about the Christian organizations in the 1800’s that were established to place urban street urchins, often immigrant children, in adoptive and foster homes in the West. Over 150,000 children were placed out in several western states over the 75 years the system was in operation. Colorado received 1,500 Orphan Train riders, who now have thousands of descendants.
Event Type(s): Programs
Age Group(s): Adults
Presenter: Sharon Danhauer
Erin Kirchoefer
221-6740