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Swimming pools

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings

Found in 6 Collections and/or Records:

Department of Recreation events and activities, 1970-1999, n.d.

 File — Drawer 7.5
Scope and Contents This file contains photographs documenting various Department of Recreation events and activities from 1970 to 1999. A majority of the photographs are 8x10 black and white, though colored photos and photos of other sizes can be found throughout. Events include the National Recreation and Park Association convention, a Christmas party held for senior citizens, the Neighborhood League Basketball Championship game, the Department of Recreation float at the Thanksgiving Day Parade, the...
Dates: 1970-1999; n.d.

Fletcher Recreation Center, 1970-1971

 File — Drawer 6.2
Scope and Contents

This file includes photos of the park grounds and building exterior, the pool's ribbon-cutting ceremony, and children playing on the playground equipment.

Dates: 1970-1971

Martin Luther King Recreation Center, 1967-1972

 File — Drawer 6.3
Scope and Contents

This file contains photographs of the site before construction of the recreation center, interior and exterior views of the building, children playing on playground equipment, day care class, senior citizens arts and crafts, and staff working in their offices. Events documented include the dedication ceremony, basketball games, and the opening day of the pool. Notable people featured in this file include Senator Edmund Muskie, Mayor James Tate, and Recreation Commissioner Robert Crawford.

Dates: 1967-1972

Shissler Recreation Center, 1957-1970, 1998

 File — Drawer 6.3
Scope and Contents

This file contains photos of the building exterior, pool, facilities, and children playing on the playground. It also documents Soccer Field Days for various years, the Annual Christmas soccer tournament, and the dedication ceremony. Notable people featured in this file include Recreation Commissioner Robert Crawford.

Dates: 1957-1970; 1998

Thomas Mitchell Playground, 1967-1976

 File — Drawer 5.4
Scope and Contents This file contains photographs of the site prior to its development into a playground, the building exterior, the grounds and facilities, and children playing on playground equipment. Events documented include the dedication ceremony, a baseball game, the Bicentennial Art Exhibit, the opening of the pool, a bubble gum-blowing contest, and a 100-hour street hockey marathon to benefit multiple sclerosis. Notable people featured in this file include Department of Recreation commissioner Robert...
Dates: 1967-1976

Venice Island Playground, 1960-1975

 File — Drawer 5.4
Scope and Contents

This file contains photographs of the building's exterior, park facilities, and children playing on the playground equipment. It also includes photos of various events and activities, including recreational swimming; the dedication ceremony; and senior citizens playing cards. Notable people featured in this file include Mayor Dilworth and Recreation Commissioner Robert Crawford.

Dates: 1960-1975