Dilworth, Richardson, 1898-1974
Found in 6 Collections and/or Records:
Dickinson Square, 1934, 1959-1979
Photographs of the park grounds, building exterior, children playing on the playground, and the dedication ceremony. Notable people pictured include Mayor Richardson Dilworth, Recreation Commissioner Robert Crawford, Philadelphia City Councilman Paul D'Ortona, and Fredric R. Mann.
Guerin Recreation Center, 1957-1973
Panati Playground, 1959-1961, 1970, c. 1995
Photographs of the park grounds, building exterior, demolition ceremonies, bocce game, and people playing basketball. Notable people pictured include Mayor Richardson Dilworth, Mayor James Tate, and Recreation Commissioner Robert Crawford.
Rose Playground, 1961-1971, 2001
Photographs of the park's building, grounds, and children playing on playground. Events documented include dedication ceremony and Philadelphia 76ers basketball clinic. Notable people pictured include Mayor Richardson Dilworth and City Councilman George X. Schwartz.
Tinicum Wildlife Preserve, 1958-1972
Photographs of the wildlife preserve grounds, wildlife, visits by the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, fishermen, bird-watchers, damage caused by a fire, and official opening ceremony. Notable people pictured include Mayor Richardson Dilworth.
Venice Island Playground, 1960-1975
Photographs of the building exterior, park facilities, and children playing on playground equipment. Also documents various events and activities including recreational swimming, dedication ceremony, and senior citizens playing cards. Notable people pictured include Mayor Richardson Dilworth, Department of Recreation Commissioner Robert Crawford, Congressman Herman Toll, and City Council members Constance Dallas, Alfred Luongo, and Edward R. Cantor.
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- Basketball 4
- Dedications 3
- Boccie (Game) 2
- Basketball courts 1
- Bird watching 1
- Dance 1
- Fishing 1
- John Dickinson Square 1
- John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum 1
- Samuel Rose Recreation Center 1
- Swimming 1
- Swimming pools 1
- Thomas I. Guerin Recreation Center 1
- Venice Island (Philadelphia, Pa.) 1
- Venice Island Performing Arts and Recreation Center 1
- Vincent G. Panati Playground 1 ∧ less
