Sarah Pennington

Sarah Pennington, born in Kentucky during the U.S. Civil War, became one of the early cabin owners at Lincoln Hills, a resort community for African Americans. Her cabin, built between 1928-1930 at 106 Emory Road, stands as a symbol of her perseverance and pioneering spirit.

Sarah Pennington of Colorado Springs purchased one of the first cabins at Lincoln Hills. The Pennington Cabin was constructed between 1928-1930 and it Was located at 106 Emory Road . Born in Kentucky at the start of the U.S. Civil War. Sarah Pennington was an African American woman who was born to parents who were also born in Kentucky. Although the historic record is not explicit in this matter, it is likely that Sarah was born into slavery to parents who were also slaves.