Ann Sneesby-Koch

Ann Sneesby-Koch, Assistant Curator of Serials at History Colorado, dives into the vibrant yet overlooked world of early Denver's sex workers. She discusses the entrepreneurial spirit of influential figures like Maddie Silks and Jenny Rogers, who ran successful parlor houses. The conversation unveils the evolution of Market Street as a sex work hub and contrasts the glamorous with the gritty realities of the profession. Ann also reflects on the societal perceptions and struggles these women faced, shedding light on their complex legacies in the Victorian context.