Helen C. Perkins collection of lantern slides 1900-1912

Helen C. Perkins collection of lantern slides

This collection of 112 lantern slides (both black and white and color) documents street scenes and alleys in Philadelphia, with a focus on Chestnut Street. The collection also depicts Philadelphia theaters, banks, government buildings, halls, mansions, the Liberty Bell, and historical sites at Inde...

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Main Author: Perkins, Helen C. (Creator)
Collection:Helen C. Perkins Collection of Lantern Slides
Collection Number:V32
Format: Manuscript
Language:English
Subjects:
Alleys > Philadelphia > 20th century.
Chestnut Street (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Historic buildings > Philadelphia
Streets > Philadephia > 20th century
Physical Description: 1.8 Linear feet 1.8 linear feet, 3 boxes (112 items)
Summary: This collection of 112 lantern slides (both black and white and color) documents street scenes and alleys in Philadelphia, with a focus on Chestnut Street. The collection also depicts Philadelphia theaters, banks, government buildings, halls, mansions, the Liberty Bell, and historical sites at Independence National Historical Park and other landmarks. In addition, the collection contains reproductions of cave dwellings on the Delaware River, the White House, the U.S. Capitol, and Mount Vernon.

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