Robin Hood Dell, 1933 summer performance

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Robin Hood Dell, 1933 summer performance

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Item No: foc000876
Title: Robin Hood Dell, 1933 summer performance
Creation Date: 7/11/1933
Media Type: Photographic Prints
Source: Print and Picture Collection
Notes:

Image of an audience attending a 1933 outdoor performance by the Philadelphia Orchestra, at the Robin Hood Dell in Fairmount Park.  It is notable that the seating areas are built around some of the park's trees.  Later renovations removed the trees, for a better audience experience. This 8-week summer concert series began in 1930, and contiues today.  Photographic print, 35.5 x 28 cm, 7/11/1933.


Country: Country:USA
Region/County:Philadelphia
City/Town/Township:Philadelphia
State/Province:PA