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Postcards

 Subject
Subject Source: Art & Architecture Thesaurus

Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:

Collection of Postcards

 Collection
Identifier: SC-009
Abstract

This collection contains postcards depicting scenes throughout the world, with an emphasis on the Inland Empire region of Southern California, dating from the late 1800s through the mid-1900s. Cities well represented include Riverside, San Bernardino, and Big Bear Lake along with Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Long Beach.

Dates: circa late 1800s through mid-1900s

Collection on the Tournament of Roses

 Collection
Identifier: SC-018
Abstract

This collection contains calendars, memorabilia, postcards, and souvenir programs pertaining to the Tournament of Roses, a celebration started in 1890 by the Valley Hunt Club in Pasadena, California to promote the city's charm and weather for tourism. Materials, spanning from 1950-1985, contain historical images and documentation of the annual Rose Parade and Rose Bowl Game including coverage of the parade floats, event participants, football teams, and related festivities.

Dates: 1909-1985, undated; Majority of material found in 1930-1950