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Palmer Johnson at Faurot's Ballroom, Seattle, circa 1940

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The growing popularity of ballroom dancing and swing prompted the opening of numerous ballrooms around Seattle. Faurot’s Ballroom, at 1214 E. Pike Street, opened in the 1930s. Here, jazz pianist Palmer Johnson plays for a large group of patrons. Photographer Al Smith placed himself on stage, above Johnson.
ID Number: 2014.49.14.006.03
Date: Circa 1940
Creator(s): Smith, Albert J., Sr., Photographer
Physical Description: 1 negative : b&w ; 2.25 x 2.25 in.
Credit: MOHAI, Al Smith Collection, 2014.49.14.006.03
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