Presenter Bios

Deborah Harrison, though not a professional, has made the study of Manitou Springs' history a life-long quest. After serving six years on the Manitou Springs Historic Preservation Commission, she has served as President of Historic Manitou Springs, Inc., an educational non-profit, and Sheriff of the Pikes Peak Posse of the Westerners. She is the author of Arcadia Publishing's "Manitou Springs," "The Manitou Springs Walking Guide," "The Cliff House: Pikes Peak Hospitality," and an upcoming book on the Manitou Spa Building. She is currently and forever restoring the historic home in Manitou, which also belonged to Dr. Creighton.