This burial ground, located on the grounds of the former Colorado State Hospital in Pueblo, Colorado, served as the final resting place for thousands of patients who died at the institution between approximately 1900 and 1973. Many individuals interred there were indigent, unclaimed, or unidentified at the time of their passing. Simple markers, often only numbered, denoted the graves.
The cemetery stands as a poignant reminder of the hospital’s long history and the lives of those who lived and died within its walls. It reflects a period in mental health treatment that was often marked by stigma and limited resources. Efforts to restore and preserve this space acknowledge the importance of honoring these individuals and recognizing their experiences. The site now serves as a place for reflection and remembrance, as well as a valuable resource for genealogical research and historical understanding of mental healthcare.
