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Cairn Hill Farms is a merging of family, farm living, writing, music, and exploring history.

2026 Lecture and Traveling Exhibit

Grit, Grace, and Grandeur: The making of a Denver diva

After three years of research, I’m excited to finally share the incredible story of my great-grandmother’s sister, Gladys Hagee Mathew. Born premature on the outskirts of Denver, she survived in a makeshift incubator, performed alongside the “who’s who” of the 1920s–40s music scene, and built an opera career that reached from New York to Europe. Her remarkable life is a tale of survival, musical excellence, and historical preservation, including a 500-year archive of Tudor-era treasures and American history.

šŸ“… Now booking 2026 dates for museums, universities, libraries, and cultural organizations

In-person and virtual options available

šŸ‘‰ Interested in hosting? Contact Lien Public Relations.

www.LienPublicRelations.com

Check the “Upcoming Events” page for 2026 tour dates.


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