DENVER - Today, Lt. Governor Dianne Primavera visited the United States Olympic and Paralympic Museum to highlight investments made to increase accessibility and access to the museum and to celebrate the recent Winter Olympics and upcoming Winter Paralympics.
Lt. Governor Primavera met with Tommy Schield, Chief Marketing Officer, and toured the museum, which originally opened in 2020. The building's use of universal design creates an experience that works for everyone. These investments enable all visitors to experience and learn about our nation's greatest athletes, and serve as an inspiration for the next generation.
"Colorado has long been home to our nation's greatest athletes. From our world-class training facilities at high altitude to our commitment to ensuring every athlete, regardless of ability, has access to the resources they need to excel. We are proud to be the Olympic and Paralympic capital of America, and I am proud of the museum's commitment to excellence, accessibility, and inclusion,” said Lt. Governor Primavera. “Additionally, a special congratulations to our Olympians on their incredible achievements, and best of luck to our Paralympians as they prepare to compete in the upcoming Paralympics."
Throughout her career, Lt. Governor Primavera has championed expanding opportunities for Coloradans with disabilities through policy, partnerships, and public service. From her early days as a vocational rehabilitation counselor to her leadership today in advancing disability policy and accessibility initiatives, she has helped ensure that disability inclusion is not an afterthought, but a core value of our Colorado for All.
At the 2026 Winter Olympic Games, the United States finished second in both gold medal count with 12 golds and overall medal tally. Colorado played a pivotal role in this success with more than 30 athletes with direct ties to our state competing in the Winter Olympics or will compete in the upcoming Paralympics, the highest number of any state in the nation.
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