Scope and Contents From the Collection: The History Files collection contains research materials documenting parks, sites, structures, organizations, events, and individuals associated with the Fairmount Park System and Philadelphia Parks and Recreation. This collection compiles materials from diverse sources over time rather than representing the records of a single office or individual. Typical materials include correspondence, deeds, leases, newspaper clippings, photocopies of published articles and book excerpts, research...

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Photographs of the site before development into a playground, building exterior, grounds and facilities, and children playing on playground equipment. Events documented include dedication ceremony, baseball game, Bicentennial Art Exhibit, opening of the pool, bubble gum-blowing contest, and 100-hour street hockey marathon to benefit multiple sclerosis. Notable people pictured include Department of Recreation Commissioner Robert Crawford.