According to the Los Angeles Times, on November 18, 1988 about 5,000 children, ages 8 to 12, from the United States and abroad gathered at Disneyland to celebrate Mickey Mouse's 60th birthday. The cartoon character made his debut on November 18, 1928 in "Steam Boat Willie". Kids from 69 cities were selected by social service agencies and mayors to attend the celebration for free. In this photo four kids from Burbank pose for a picture. Behind the kids are a payphone, monorail tracks, and the Matterhorn attraction.
According to the Los Angeles Times, on November 18, 1988 about 5,000 children, ages 8 to 12, from the United States and abroad gathered at Disneyland to celebrate Mickey Mouse's 60th birthday. The cartoon character made his debut on November 18, 1928 in "Steam Boat Willie". Kids from 69 cities were selected by social service agencies and mayors to attend the celebration for free. In this photo the group from Burbank pose for a photo with chaperones holding signs declaring the group from Burbank. "Disneyland November 18, 1988" -- back of photo.
Cheerleaders from various schools including Pasadena High School and Bellarmine-Jefferson High School pose with Disney characters at an unidentified event at Starlight Bowl.
A Macy's Balloon Parade took place along Cypress and San Fernando in celebration of Bullock's Grand Opening at the Media Center Mall. September 2, 1992.
A Macy's Balloon Parade took place along Cypress and San Fernando in celebration of Bullocks Grand Opening at the Media Center Mall. September 2, 1992.
A Macy's Balloon Parade took place along Cypress and San Fernando in celebration of Bullock's Grand Opening at the Media Center Mall. September 2, 1992.
Mayor Robert Bowne holds a tarantula at the Museum of Natural History. A Saturday May 1, 1993 Burbank Leader articles reads: "The new $2 million Museum of Natural History of Los Angeles County at Burbank staged a monster sized opening today with an impressive display that could easily be nicknamed 'Land of the Giant Insects.' The facility, at 555 N. Third St., has two levels, the main area downstairs and a 1,700-square foot Discovery Center upstairs for children. The museum, a private-public partnership among the city, Alexander Haagen Co., Los Angeles County and the Natural History Museum, opened to the public amid much fanfare. Celebrity guests included Gary Owens of 'Laugh-In' fame and Eric Boardman from the Disney Channel."
An employee teaches children about an exhibit at the Museum of Natural History. A Saturday May 1, 1993 Burbank Leader articles reads: "The new $2 million Museum of Natural History of Los Angeles County at Burbank staged a monster sized opening today with an impressive display that could easily be nicknamed 'Land of the Giant Insects.' The facility, at 555 N. Third St., has two levels, the main area downstairs and a 1,700-square foot Discovery Center upstairs for children. The museum, a private-public partnership among the city, Alexander Haagen Co., Los Angeles County and the Natural History Museum, opened to the public amid much fanfare. Celebrity guests included Gary Owens of 'Laugh-In' fame and Eric Boardman from the Disney Channel."
A young girl explores the exhibits with a magnifying glass at the Museum of Natural History. A Saturday May 1, 1993 Burbank Leader articles reads: "The new $2 million Museum of Natural History of Los Angeles County at Burbank staged a monster sized opening today with an impressive display that could easily be nicknamed 'Land of the Giant Insects.' The facility, at 555 N. Third St., has two levels, the main area downstairs and a 1,700-square foot Discovery Center upstairs for children. The museum, a private-public partnership among the city, Alexander Haagen Co., Los Angeles County and the Natural History Museum, opened to the public amid much fanfare. Celebrity guests included Gary Owens of 'Laugh-In' fame and Eric Boardman from the Disney Channel."
The public enters the Natural History Museum debut on April 29, 1993. A Saturday May 1, 1993 Burbank Leader articles reads: "The new $2 million Museum of Natural History of Los Angeles County at Burbank staged a monster sized opening today with an impressive display that could easily be nicknamed 'Land of the Giant Insects.' The facility, at 555 N. Third St., has two levels, the main area downstairs and a 1,700-square foot Discovery Center upstairs for children. The museum, a private-public partnership among the city, Alexander Haagen Co., Los Angeles County and the Natural History Museum, opened to the public amid much fanfare. Celebrity guests included Gary Owens of 'Laugh-In' fame and Eric Boardman from the Disney Channel."
