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1983.10.8410
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Story hour at Collins Playground, Seattle, circa 1912
Order an ImageCollins Playground, on South Main Street and Fourteenth Avenue South was the site of the Seattle Public Library's first extension programs for children. Librarians traveled to the playground for story hours and other activities. By 1911, the library was presenting programs at five city playgrounds.
In this photo, taken about 1912, children are listening to a library story program at Seattle's Collins Playground. Most of the boys and girls are wearing everyday play clothing.
Handwritten on sleeve: Playground Group.
Webster & Stevens number: 10974
In this photo, taken about 1912, children are listening to a library story program at Seattle's Collins Playground. Most of the boys and girls are wearing everyday play clothing.
Handwritten on sleeve: Playground Group.
Webster & Stevens number: 10974
ID Number: 1983.10.8410
Date: Circa 1912
Creator(s):
Webster & Stevens, Photographer
Physical Description: 1 glass negative : b&w ; 5 x 7 in.
Credit: MOHAI, PEMCO Webster & Stevens Collection, 1983.10.8410
Copyright: No Known Copyright
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