Scope and Contents From the Collection: The Microfiche Collection contains reproductions of maps, site plans, architectural and engineering drawings, topographic surveys, and related plans for parks, playgrounds, recreation centers, public squares, and other sites in Philadelphia. The materials include plans for buildings, site improvements, grading, utilities, landscaping, and other construction or maintenance work.Many of the drawings were created for the City of Philadelphia Department of Recreation, although the...

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Photographs of the site prior to the park's development, building exterior, park grounds, children on the playground, people playing basketball, a baseball game, the park groundbreaking ceremony, and the park dedication ceremony. Notable people pictured include Mayor James Tate, Recreation Commissioner Robert Crawford, and State Representative Harry Comer.