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Seattle Municipal Archives Finding Aids

Photographic prints

 Subject
Subject Source: Art & Architecture Thesaurus

Found in 69 Collections and/or Records:

Burke-Gilman Trail Photographs

 Series
Identifier: 5802-13
Abstract

Slides and negatives of the Burke-Gilman Trail and other Seattle parks.

Dates: 1981-1989

Carkeek Park Advisory Council Records

 Series
Identifier: 5809-03
Abstract

Records documenting the activites of the Carkeek Park Advisory Council.

Dates: 1983-2009

Carkeek Park Environmental Learning Center Records

 Series
Identifier: 5809-02
Abstract

Files documenting the activities and programs developed by park staff within the Carkeek Park Environmental Learning Center.

Dates: 1984-2010

City Light Photographic Prints

 Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 1204-02
Scope and Contents note

This series is comprised of prints and represents a small portion of the work done by Seattle City Light to electrify Seattle. One hundred and twenty-three prints are available for download on our digital platform; this includes 54 Real Estate Services photos of identified addresses. For a comprehensive look at the work of Seattle City Light, see the SCL negative collection (1204-01).

Dates: 1914 - 1995

Gordon Clinton Photographs

 Series
Identifier: 5219-04
Abstract

Photographs documenting Mayor Gordon Clinton's visits to Manila, Philippines; Kobe, Japan; and Taipei, Taiwan.

Dates: 1959

City Light Columbia Basin "Z" Canyon Photograph Album

 Series — Box 1
Identifier: 1204-15
Abstract

Photographs of proposed Grand Coulee dam site on the Columbia River and surrounding area.

Dates: 1933

Department of Parks and Recreation Environmental Stewardship Unit Records

 Series
Identifier: 5807-20
Abstract

The Environmental Stewardship Unit Records document the activities and programs prepared and implemented by the Environmental Stewardship Coordinator (ESC). The ESC operated among a number of Seattle area parks, as well as the aquarium.

Dates: 1991-2008

Ben Evans Recreation Program Collection

 Series — Box 163
Identifier: 5801-02
Abstract

Records and photographs compiled by Ben Evans, documenting history of recreation programs within the Seattle Department of Parks and Recreation as well as the history and philosophy of recreation programs nationally.

Dates: 1906-1995

Forward Thrust Photograph Collection

 Series
Identifier: 5804-04
Abstract

Visual materials related to Forward Thrust planning and projects.

Dates: 1963-1977

City Light Gorge Dam Development Project Photograph Albums

 Series
Identifier: 1204-11
Abstract

Photographs documenting the construction of a powerhouse and diversion dam at the Gorge Dam on the Skagit River.

Dates: 1948-1962

Department of Parks and Recreation Photographs

 Series
Identifier: 5802-10
Scope and Contents note

Photographic prints, negatives, and slides related to parks, activities in parks, and Parks Department personnel.Images are arranged alphabetically by subject and are a mix of prints, negatives and slides. Some are undated. Ninety-three images are digitized and available online.

Dates: 1948-1992; 1967-1977

Legislative Department Photographs

 Series
Identifier: 4600-04
Abstract

Formal photos of City Council, councilmembers, City Engineers, and Board of Aldermen.

Dates: Majority of material found within 1889-2019

Madrona Dance Studio Photographs

 Series
Identifier: 5810-02
Scope and Contents note

Photographic prints and slides related to the Madrona Dance Studio, classroom activities, theatre productions, concerts, and craft classes. Also included are Dance Studio schedules, newsletters, correspondence, and draft brochures.



Dates: 1972-1977

Municipal Art Commission Subject Files

 Series
Identifier: 1652-02
Abstract

The Municipal Art Commission Subject Files, 1955-1969, contain correspondence, memoranda, reports, and press clippings relating to the programs, activities, and administration of the Commission.

Dates: 1955-1969

Engineering Department Negatives

 Series — Volume 680
Identifier: 2613-07
Abstract

Photographic negatives documenting public works, city employees, and elected officials.

Dates: 1910-1994

City Light Newhalem and Diablo Dams Construction Photograph Albums

 Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 1204-10
Abstract

Photograph albums, 1919-1936, illustrating the planning and construction of Gorge and Diablo Dams and their respective power houses on the Skagit River.

Dates: 1919-1936

Office of Arts and Cultural Affairs Public Art Photographs

 Series
Identifier: 7406-01
Abstract

Photographs of public art projects around Seattle, as well as photos supporting artists' applications to be a part of the "In Public: Seattle 1991" project.

Dates: 1980-1991

Pike Place Market Visual Images and Audiotapes

 Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 1628-02
Abstract

Photographic prints and slides relating to the Pike Place Market in Seattle, Washington.

Dates: 1894-1984

Planning Commission Photographs

 Series
Identifier: 1650-14
Abstract

Planning Commission Photographs depict Seattle neighborhoods, roads, parks, and marinas; also included are photographs of display materials and photographs related to land use.

Dates: 1945-1957

Pratt Fine Arts Center Records

 Series
Identifier: 5810-01
Abstract

Records of a Seattle visual arts school and studio.

Dates: 1975-1982

City Light Ross Dam Construction Photograph Albums

 Series
Identifier: 1204-12
Abstract

Photographs documenting the construction of Ross Dam on the Skagit River, 1938-1948.

Dates: 1938-1948

Seattle Aquarium Public Information Officer Records

 Series
Identifier: 5805-02
Abstract

Public relations material regarding the Seattle Aquarium.

Dates: 1987-1996

Board of Park Commissioners Subject Files (Series II)

 Series
Identifier: 5800-07
Abstract

Records relating to topics addressed at Park Commissioners meetings.

Dates: 1967-2012

Seattle Bridges Photograph Album

 Series
Identifier: 2613-23
Abstract

Photographs of Seattle Engineering Department work on bridges, overpasses, and viaducts. Neighborhoods pictured include the Industrial District, University District, and Downtown.

Dates: 1910-1936

Citizens Service Bureau Director's Records

 Series
Identifier: 5752-03
Abstract

Records of the Citizens Service Bureau which was created in 1965 to handle citizen complaints and serve as a referral resource for city services.

Dates: 1988-2000