Subject Files, 1876-1979
Scope and Contents Note
The Subject Files include information about Parks Department programs and projects and City-wide activities that impact the department. The most extensive files relate to beautification and open space programs, Forward Thrust, the Seafair Gold Cup Races, and Depression Era activities. Other subjects include airport planning, bicycle trails, bond issues, comprehensive planning, cultural events, sports and recreation, schools and youth programs, and zoning.
Records in the Subject Files include correspondence, maps and drawings, inventories, copies of legislation, reports and studies, newspaper clippings, and speeches.
Dates
- Creation: 1876-1979
Creator
- From the Series: Seattle (Wash.). Dept. of Parks and Recreation (Organization)
- From the Series: Seattle (Wash.). Dept. of Parks and Recreation (Organization)
Conditions Governing Access note
Records are open to the public.
Extent
2.7 Cubic Feet
Language of Materials
From the Series: English
Repository Details
Part of the Seattle Municipal Archives Repository