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1948 - California Swimming Stadium at Verdugo Park Opening Day

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Title

1948 - California Swimming Stadium at Verdugo Park Opening Day

Photographer
  • Paul E. Wolfe
Year

1948

Description

The California Swimming Stadium at Verdugo Park held its opening ceremony on Friday, August 20, 1948. 5000 people attended the event, according to the Burbank Daily Review. The pool, constructed at a cost of $190,000, was rated as one of the finest in the United States, according to the paper. At the dedication, city council member Floyd J. Jolley said, "I feel it is the greatest achievement in the history of our city." In this photo of the dedication, onlookers gather around the pool. From notes on photo: “California Swimming Stadium – At Verdugo Park”; “Verdugo Park Dedication Ceremony Aug 20, 1948”; “2086”; and “Paul E. Wolfe Photography CHarleston 8-2341”.

Address

3201 W Verdugo Ave, Burbank, CA 91505

Subject
  • Burbank (Los Angeles County, Calif.)
  • Parks and Recreation
  • Swimming Pools
  • Park Facilities
  • 1940s
Format

8x10 b&w print

Rights

Burbank Public Library, Burbank in Focus Office

Identifier

cco00878

Physical copy held by

City Clerk's Office

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