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Shades Of L.A. Is An Archive Of Photographs Representing The Contemporary And Historic Diversity Of Families In Los Angeles. Images Were Chosen From Family Albums And Include Daily Life, Social Organizations, Work, Personal And Holiday Celebrations, And Migration And Immigration Activities. Made Possible And Accessible Through The Generous Support Of The Security Pacific National Bank, Sunlaw Cogeneration Partners, Photo Friends, California Council For The Humanities, The Ralph M. Parsons Foundation, And The John Randolph Haynes And Dora Haynes Foundation
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Los Angeles Civic Center, Panel 1
title Los Angeles Civic Center, Panel 1description Built in 1937-1940, Federal Courthouse and U.S. Post Office Building was designed by architects Gilbert Stanley Underwood and Louis A. Simon and cost over $8 million to build. Los Angeles City Hall was designed by John and Donald Parkinson, John C. Austin, and Albert C. Martin, and was completed in 1928. Part 1 of panorama of Los Angeles Civic Center. From left to right, Broadway Tunnel, the Hall of Justice, and the U.S. Post Office and Courthouse.subject Street-Railroad Tracks--California--Los Angeles Civic Centers--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Los Angeles County Hall Of Justice Temple Street (Los Angeles, Calif.) Courthouses--California--Los Angeles Broadway Tunnel (Los Angeles, Calif.) Parkinson, John,1861-1935 United States Court House And Post Office (Los Angeles, Calif.) Parkinson, Donald B.(Donald Berthold),1895-1945 Downtown Los Angeles (Los Angeles, Calif.) Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Automobiles--California--Los Angeles Streets--California--Los Angeles Martin, Albert C.,1879-1960 Broadway (Los Angeles, Calif.) Public Buildings--California--Los Angelescontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
South Broadway
title South Broadwaydescription South Broadway at the corner of Temple, Downtown Los Angeles. The Hall of Records (later demolished) is present left of center.subject Street-Railroads--California--Los Angeles Cityscape Photographs Lost Architecture--California--Los Angeles Pedestrians--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Electric Railroads--Cars--California--Los Angeles Sidewalks--California--Los Angeles Commercial Buildings--California--Los Angeles Downtown Los Angeles (Los Angeles, Calif.) Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Automobiles--California--Los Angeles Los Angeles County Hall Of Records (Los Angeles, Calif. : 1911-1962) Streets--California--Los Angeles Broadway (Los Angeles, Calif.) Public Buildings--California--Los Angelescontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Colorado Boulevard, Eagle Rock
title Colorado Boulevard, Eagle Rockdescription Looking southeast across Colorado Boulevard in Eagle Rock, showing various businesses, including the Trader Joe's at 1566 Colorado Blvd.subject Colorado Boulevard (Los Angeles, Calif.) Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Sidewalks--California--Eagle Rock (Los Angeles) Street Lighting--California--Los Angeles Electric Lines--Poles And Towers Trader Joe'S (Firm) Lampposts--California--Los Angeles Signs And Signboards--California--Eagle Rock (Los Angeles) Stores & Shops--California--Eagle Rock (Los Angeles) Eagle Rock (Los Angeles, Calif.) Automobiles--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Trees--California--Los Angeles Streets--California--Eagle Rock (Los Angeles)contributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
First Communion At San Fernando Mission
title First Communion At San Fernando Missiondescription A First Communion group at the San Fernando Mission. Victoria is the fifth girl on the left. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Group Portraits San Fernando Valley (Calif.) Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs San Fernando, Rey De Espan~A (Mission : San Fernando, Calif.) First Communion Shades Of L.A. Native American Photographs Missions, Spanish--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Rites And Ceremonies--California--Los Angeles Dinners And Dining--California--Los Angeles Mission Hills (Los Angeles, Calif.) Catholic Churches--California--Mission Hills (Los Angeles)contributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Baptism
title Baptismdescription Elizabeth receives baptismal salt at her baptism at Mission San Fernando Rey de Espan~a, in Los Angeles. She is held by her aunt and godmother, Romelia. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Aunts--California--Los Angeles Group Portraits Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs San Fernando, Rey De Espan~A (Mission : San Fernando, Calif.) Children--California--Los Angeles Catholic Church.--Archdiocese Of Los Angeles (Calif.) Nieces--California--Los Angeles Missions, Spanish--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Rites And Ceremonies--California--Los Angeles Baptism Mission Hills (Los Angeles, Calif.) Catholic Churches--California--Mission Hills (Los Angeles)contributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
James G. Hale House
title James G. Hale Housedescription Designed by George W. Morgan and built in 1887, this home was declared an historic monument by the Los Angeles Cultural Heritage Board in June 1966. It is called an "outstanding example of the late Victorian period in Los Angeles and embodies the essence of most of the typical features of this historic style." It was first located at 4501 North Figueroa (originally Pasadena Avenue), then moved to 4425 N. Figueroa. In 1970, it was moved to Heritage Square Museum in Montecito Heights, shown here. Exterior view of the Hale House, a "Carpenter Gothic" style structure.subject Morgan, George W Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Trucks--California--Los Angeles Heritage Square Museum (Los Angeles, Calif.) Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monuments Architecture, Victorian--California--Los Angeles Hale House (Los Angeles, Calif.) Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Gothic Revival (Architecture)--California--Los Angeles Historic House Museums--California--Los Angeles Montecito Heights (Los Angeles, Calif.) Dwellings--California--Los Angelescontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Southern California Fish Corp. Workers
title Southern California Fish Corp. Workersdescription Employees during a lunch break at the Southern California Fish Corporation on Terminal Island, in San Pedro. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Southern California Fish Corporation (Los Angeles, Calif.) Canneries--California--Los Angeles Group Portraits Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Women Cannery Workers--California--Los Angeles Los Angeles Harbor (Calif.) Cannery Workers--California--Los Angeles Portrait Photographs San Pedro (Los Angeles, Calif.) Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Southern California Fish Corporation (Los Angeles, Calif.)--Employees Terminal Island (Calif.)contributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Carnegie San Pedro Public Library, Exterior
title Carnegie San Pedro Public Library, Exteriordescription Exterior view of the second building to serve as the San Pedro Branch of the Los Angeles Public Library, located at 820 S. Beacon St. The library was built with an initial grant of $10,000 from Andrew Carnegie, followed by a supplementary $375 from Carnegie and $500 from the city. Architects Edelsvard and Saffell, as well as H. V. Bradbeer, have been credited with the design of the Classical Revival style building. After being used as a public library until 1923, it became the Chamber of Commerce, then later housed the Seamen's Library. In 1966, it was demolished to make way for the Maritime Industry Memorial.subject Neoclassicism (Architecture)--California--San Pedro (Los Angeles) Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Branch Libraries--California--San Pedro (Los Angeles) San Pedro Regional Library (San Pedro, Los Angeles, Calif.) Edelsvard & Saffell Lawns--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs San Pedro (Los Angeles, Calif.) Carnegie Libraries--California--Los Angeles Lost Architecture--California--San Pedro (Los Angeles) Bradbeer, H.Vcontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Southern California Fish Corp. Workers
title Southern California Fish Corp. Workersdescription A group portrait of employees during a break at the Southern California Fish Corporation on Terminal Island, in San Pedro. Esther is at the center of the front row. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Southern California Fish Corporation (Los Angeles, Calif.) Canneries--California--Los Angeles Group Portraits Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Women Cannery Workers--California--Los Angeles Los Angeles Harbor (Calif.) Cannery Workers--California--Los Angeles Portrait Photographs San Pedro (Los Angeles, Calif.) Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Southern California Fish Corporation (Los Angeles, Calif.)--Employees Terminal Island (Calif.)contributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Insurance Executive With Secretary
title Insurance Executive With Secretarydescription Velia Bustillos taking shorthand for her supervisor, Robert Carlson at the Title Insurance Trust Company.subject Insurance Companies--California--Los Angeles Men--California--Los Angeles Women--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Secretaries--California--Los Angeles Women--Employment--California--Los Angeles Offices--California--Los Angeles Title Insurance And Trust Company (1893-1968)--Employees Downtown Los Angeles (Los Angeles, Calif.) Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Title Insurance And Trust Company (1893-1968)contributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Family At A Ball Park
title Family At A Ball Parkdescription Baseball player brothers, from left, Rafael, Arturo and Victor stand in front of their father, Guillermo, and grandfather, Anselmo, at a baseball field at Cypress Recreation Center. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Baseball Fields--California--Los Angeles Recreation Centers--California--Cypress Park (Los Angeles) Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Los Angeles (Calif.).--Dept. Of Recreation And Parks Parks--California--Cypress Park (Los Angeles) Cypress Park (Los Angeles, Calif.) Families--California--Los Angeles Baseball For Children--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Cypress Recreation Center (Los Angeles, Calif.)contributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
View Of Cypress Park
title View Of Cypress Parkdescription A view of Cypress Park from Elysian Park looking northeast. Pepper Avenue is the street in the center. Cypress Recreation Center is on the right. A Metrolink train is also seen on the lower right. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Recreation Centers--California--Cypress Park (Los Angeles) Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Metrolink (Commuter Rail System : Calif.) Railroad Tracks--California--Los Angeles Los Angeles (Calif.).--Dept. Of Recreation And Parks Streets--California--Cypress Park (Los Angeles) Cypress Park (Los Angeles, Calif.) Dwellings--California--Cypress Park (Los Angeles) Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Cypress Recreation Center (Los Angeles, Calif.)contributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Southern California Fish Corp. Workers
title Southern California Fish Corp. Workersdescription A group portrait of employees during a break at the Southern California Fish Corporation on Terminal Island, in San Pedro. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Southern California Fish Corporation (Los Angeles, Calif.) Canneries--California--Los Angeles Group Portraits Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Women Cannery Workers--California--Los Angeles Los Angeles Harbor (Calif.) Cannery Workers--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs San Pedro (Los Angeles, Calif.) Southern California Fish Corporation (Los Angeles, Calif.)--Employees Terminal Island (Calif.)contributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Wedding Anniversary
title Wedding Anniversarydescription On the first wedding anniversary of Ramon and Teresa, they pose with an automobile. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Fashion--California--East Los Angeles Group Portraits Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Men--California--East Los Angeles Dwellings--California--East Los Angeles East Los Angeles (Calif.) Wedding Anniversaries--California--East Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Streets--California--East Los Angeles Husband And Wife--California--East Los Angeles Women--California--East Los Angelescontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Last Trolley Ride Of The Day
title Last Trolley Ride Of The Daydescription View of a trolley car emerging from the Broadway tunnel north portal, the last trolley ride of the day. A construction site is on the left, with a view of City Hall in the background. The construction equipment is leveling Fort Moore Hill for the yet-to-be-built freeway connector through downtown Los Angeles. The photo shows a "shoo-fly" bypass for the street and the streetcar tracks. The tunnel ran from a short block north of Temple Street to just south of Sunset Blvd. (now Cesar Chavez).subject Street-Railroads--California--Los Angeles City Halls--California--Los Angeles Tunnels--California--Los Angeles Lost Architecture--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Electric Railroads--Cars--California--Los Angeles Broadway Tunnel (Los Angeles, Calif.) Downtown Los Angeles (Los Angeles, Calif.) Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Express Highways--California, Southern Building--California--Los Angelescontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
16Th Of September Parade
title 16Th Of September Paradedescription Antonio, on horseback and dressed as a charro, in a 16th of September parade commemorating Mexico's independence from Spain at Brooklyn Avenue and Ford Boulevard in East Los Angeles. Our Lady of Solitude Catholic Church (La Soledad) is visible on the right. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.; Published on page 80 of Shades of L.A. New York : The New Press, c1996.subject Catholic Churches--California--East Los Angeles Horses--California--East Los Angeles Our Lady Of Solitude Catholic Church (East Los Angeles, Calif.) Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Parades--California--East Los Angeles Independence Day (Mexico) East Los Angeles (Calif.) Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Streets--California--Los Angeles Mexicans--Clothing--California--Los Angelescontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Children Playing Outside
title Children Playing Outsidedescription Siblings Ray and Beatriz on the sidewalk of Adair Street, in East Los Angeles. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Girls--California--East Los Angeles Tricycles--California--East Los Angeles Dwellings--California--East Los Angeles East Los Angeles (Calif.) Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Brothers And Sisters--California--East Los Angeles Streets--California--East Los Angeles Baby Carriages--California--East Los Angeles Boys--California--East Los Angelescontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Our Lady Of Holy Rosary Altar
title Our Lady Of Holy Rosary Altardescription Maria Luisa kneels in front of an altar of the Lady of Guadalupe in Our Lady of Holy Rosary Mission, at the closing of the Mission. The Mission was founded in 1920 by Mexican Catholics because they were not allowed to attend other Catholic churches. The site at the northwest corner of Colton Street and Beaudry Avenue was closed August 29, 1993 by the Archdiocese of Los Angeles and sold to the Los Angeles Unified School District as a site for a new middle school, the Edward R. Roybal Learning Center. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Church Buildings--California--Los Angeles Women--California--Los Angeles Altars--California--Los Angeles Lost Architecture--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Our Lady Of Holy Rosary Mission Catholic Church (Los Angeles, Calif.) Catholic Church.--Archdiocese Of Los Angeles (Calif.) Catholic Churches--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographscontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Preschool Yard
title Preschool Yarddescription Elizabeth in the yard of the preschool at the Highland Park Recreation Center in Los Angeles. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Women--California--Los Angeles Community Centers--California--Highland Park (Los Angeles) Mothers--California--Los Angeles Education, Preschool--California--Los Angeles Schools--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Children--California--Los Angeles Highland Park (Los Angeles, Calif.) Highland Park Recreation Center (Los Angeles, Calif.) Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographscontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Frank Lynn, First Communion
title Frank Lynn, First Communiondescription Group photo of with, Frank Lynn, at his First communion at Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Church, located at 870 W. 8th St. in San Pedro in 1951. Title supplied by cataloger.subject Catholic Churches--California--San Pedro (Los Angeles) Group Portraits Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Mary Star Of The Sea Catholic Church (San Pedro, Los Angeles, Calif.) First Communion Children--California--Los Angeles Portrait Photographs San Pedro (Los Angeles, Calif.) Rites And Ceremonies--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographscontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Baptism At St. Bernard Church
title Baptism At St. Bernard Churchdescription Sara's baptism at St. Bernard Church after midnight mass on Christmas Eve. From left to right, Father Juarez, Sara and her mother Cecilia, and the godparents, Cristina and Luis. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Christmas--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Glassell Park (Los Angeles, Calif.) Clergy--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Native American Photographs St. Bernard Catholic Church (Los Angeles, Calif.) Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Rites And Ceremonies--California--Los Angeles Baptism Catholic Churches--California--Glassell Park (Los Angeles)contributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Quincean~Era
title Quincean~Eradescription Julie at her quincean~era with her grandparents Richard and Nancy at Saints Peter and Paul Church in Wilmington. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Grandparent And Child--California--Los Angeles Group Portraits Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Wilmington (Los Angeles, Calif.) Families--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Danish American Photographs Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Saints Peter And Paul Church (Los Angeles, Calif.) Rites And Ceremonies--California--Los Angeles Quincean~Era (Social Custom)contributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Church Wedding
title Church Weddingdescription Raquel and Tony are married at Our Lady of Loretto Catholic Church, in Los Angeles. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Men--California--Los Angeles Church Buildings--California--Los Angeles Wedding Clothing & Dress Weddings--California--Los Angeles Women--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Catholic Churches--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Our Lady Of Loretto Catholic Church (Los Angeles, Calif.) Husband And Wife--California--Los Angelescontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
First Communion
title First Communiondescription Kristi, center, on the day of her First Communion with her friend Jennifer, left, at Saints Peter and Paul Church in Wilmington. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Wilmington (Los Angeles, Calif.) Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Priests--California--Los Angeles First Communion Shades Of L.A. Danish American Photographs Catholic Churches--California--Los Angeles Saints Peter And Paul Church (Los Angeles, Calif.) Rites And Ceremonies--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Girls--California--Los Angelescontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Cypress Recreation Center
title Cypress Recreation Centerdescription Celeste and her dog Ivory play at Cypress Recreation Center. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Recreation Centers--California--Cypress Park (Los Angeles) Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Cypress Recreation Center (Los Angeles, Calif.) Los Angeles (Calif.).--Dept. Of Recreation And Parks Parks--California--Cypress Park (Los Angeles) Cypress Park (Los Angeles, Calif.) Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Dogs--California--Los Angeles Girls--California--Los Angelescontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Playground Swing
title Playground Swingdescription Cienna swings in the playground at the Cypress Recreation Center. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Girls--California--Los Angeles Recreation Centers--California--Cypress Park (Los Angeles) Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Cypress Recreation Center (Los Angeles, Calif.) Los Angeles (Calif.).--Dept. Of Recreation And Parks Playgrounds--California--Los Angeles Cypress Park (Los Angeles, Calif.) Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Parks--California--Cypress Park (Los Angeles)contributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Cannery Workers
title Cannery Workersdescription Three cannery workers in the Los Angeles harbor area, probably at Terminal Island. Jenny is at the top of the group. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.; Published on page 57 of Shades of L.A. New York : The New Press, c1996.subject Women--California--Los Angeles Group Portraits Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Women Cannery Workers--California--Los Angeles Boats And Boating--California--Los Angeles Pacific Ocean Los Angeles Harbor (Calif.) Portrait Photographs San Pedro (Los Angeles, Calif.) Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Harbors--California--Los Angeles Terminal Island (Calif.)contributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
"Blas" Saenz
title "Blas" Saenzdescription Photo of "Blas" Saenz taken at Don's Auto Repair in San Pedro.subject Men--California--Los Angeles Service Stations--California--San Pedro (Los Angeles) Don'S Auto Repair (San Pedro, Los Angeles, Calif.) Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Automobiles--California--Los Angeles Signs And Signboards--California--San Pedro (Los Angeles) Portrait Photographs San Pedro (Los Angeles, Calif.) Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographscontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
On Merry-Go-Round, Santa Monica Pier
title On Merry-Go-Round, Santa Monica Pierdescription A woman on the merry-go-round at the amusement park at the Santa Monica Pier.subject Santa Monica Pier (Santa Monica, Calif.) Santa Monica (Calif.) Amusement Rides--California--Santa Monica Piers--California--Santa Monica Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Beaches--California--Santa Monica Merry-Go-Rounds--California--Santa Monica Amusement Parks--California--Santa Monica Women--California--Santa Monica Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographscontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Ponce Market In Wilmington
title Ponce Market In Wilmingtondescription The exterior of Ponce Market on the corner of Eubank Avenue and Denni Street in Wilmington. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Grocery Stores--California--Wilmington (Los Angeles) Wilmington (Los Angeles, Calif.) Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Stores & Shops--California--Wilmington (Los Angeles) Storefronts--California--Wilmington (Los Angeles) Liquor Stores--California--Wilmington (Los Angeles) Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Ponce Market (Los Angeles, Calif.) Signs And Signboards--California--Los Angelescontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Divine Savior Drill Team
title Divine Savior Drill Teamdescription The Divine Savior Drill Team assembles for an Our Lady of Guadalupe procession to East Los Angeles. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Group Portraits Guadalupe, Our Lady Of Schools--California--Cypress Park (Los Angeles) Processions, Religious--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Divine Savior School (Los Angeles, Calif.) Cypress Park (Los Angeles, Calif.) Catholic Schools--California--Los Angeles School Children--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographscontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Celebrating Halloween At School
title Celebrating Halloween At Schooldescription Siblings Diana and Phillip celebrate Halloween in Barbie Doll and Spiderman costumes at Assumption Elementary School in Boyle Heights, Los Angeles. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Elementary Schools--California--Los Angeles Brothers And Sisters--California--Los Angeles Schools--California--Boyle Heights (Los Angeles) Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Boyle Heights (Los Angeles, Calif.) Costumes Halloween--California--Los Angeles School Children--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Assumption Elementary School (Los Angeles, Calif.)contributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Cub Scouts Meeting
title Cub Scouts Meetingdescription A Cub Scouts meeting at the Cypress Recreation Center. Ramon and his son Edward are on the left. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Group Portraits Recreation Centers--California--Cypress Park (Los Angeles) Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Cub Scouts--California--Los Angeles Los Angeles (Calif.).--Dept. Of Recreation And Parks Cypress Park (Los Angeles, Calif.) Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Clubs--California--Los Angeles Cypress Recreation Center (Los Angeles, Calif.)contributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Freeway Interchange
title Freeway Interchangedescription View of Ventura (134) and Glendale (2) freeway interchange, looking north. Eagle Rock Plaza shopping center is visible in foreground.subject State Route 2 (Calif.) Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Express Highways--California Express Highway Interchanges--California--Los Angeles Shopping Centers--California--Eagle Rock (Los Angeles) State Route 134 (Calif.) Eagle Rock Plaza (Los Angeles, Calif.) Eagle Rock (Los Angeles, Calif.) Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Panoramic Viewscontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Mexican Restaurant Grand Opening
title Mexican Restaurant Grand Openingdescription L to R Gus Anaya, Olivia Anaya, Councilman Art Snyder, Supervisor Ed Edelman, unidentified man, Tony Chu, at grand opening of the Mexican Kitchen restaurant, 1980.subject Anaya, Gus Group Portraits Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Restaurants--California--Los Angeles Snyder, Art Mexican Kitchen (Los Angeles, Calif.) County Council Members--California--Los Angeles County Portrait Photographs Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Edelman, Edmund D Dedications--California--Los Angeles City Council Members--California--Los Angelescontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Letterman'S Club
title Letterman'S Clubdescription Four members of Thomas Jefferson Senior High School Letterman's Club, from left, Henry, Frenchie, Earnie, and Eddie. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Group Portraits Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Athletes--California--East Los Angeles Clubs--California--East Los Angeles East Los Angeles (Calif.) High Schools--California--East Los Angeles Portrait Photographs Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Young Men--California--East Los Angeles High School Students--California--East Los Angelescontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Elementary School Band
title Elementary School Banddescription The Second Street Elementary School band. The school is located at 1942 East 2nd Street, Los Angeles, in Boyle Heights. Some of the students pictured are of Japanese, Russian, Armenian and Mexican ancestry. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Elementary Schools--California--Los Angeles School Music--California--Los Angeles Group Portraits Schools--California--Boyle Heights (Los Angeles) Second Street Elementary School (Los Angeles, Calif.) Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Boyle Heights (Los Angeles, Calif.) Costumes Portrait Photographs School Children--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographscontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Couple Renewing Wedding Vows
title Couple Renewing Wedding Vowsdescription Guillermo and Cuca renew their vows on their 50th wedding anniversary at Divine Savior Catholic Church in Cypress Park. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Divine Saviour Catholic Church (Los Angeles, Calif.) Wedding Anniversaries--California--Los Angeles Cypress Park (Los Angeles, Calif.) Church Buildings--California--Cypress Park (Los Angeles) Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Catholic Churches--California--Cypress Park (Los Angeles) Husband And Wife--California--Los Angelescontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Our Lady Of Holy Rosary Altar
title Our Lady Of Holy Rosary Altardescription The main altar of Our Lady of Holy Rosary Mission on the day the church closed. The Mission was founded in 1920 by Mexican Catholics because they were not allowed to attend other Catholic churches. The site at the northwest corner of Colton Street and Beaudry Avenue was closed August 29, 1993 by the Archdiocese of Los Angeles and sold to the Los Angeles Unified School District as a site for a new middle school, the Edward R. Roybal Learning Center. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Church Buildings--California--Los Angeles Altars--California--Los Angeles Lost Architecture--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Our Lady Of Holy Rosary Mission Catholic Church (Los Angeles, Calif.) Catholic Church.--Archdiocese Of Los Angeles (Calif.) Catholic Churches--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographscontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Exhibit Celebrating The Day Of The Dead
title Exhibit Celebrating The Day Of The Deaddescription Image is a reproduction.; Title supplied by cataloger. Irene and her friend Sandra at an exhibit for the Day of the Dead at Self Help Graphics. Families have displayed objects honoring members of their family that have passed away to show that they haven't forgotten them.subject Women--California--East Los Angeles Group Portraits Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Interiors--California--East Los Angeles Exhibitions--California--East Los Angeles East Los Angeles (Calif.) Portrait Photographs Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs All Souls' Day--California--East Los Angeles Self-Help Graphics And Art, Inccontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Nightingale Junior High School Maids
title Nightingale Junior High School Maidsdescription Nightingale Junior High School Maids in a group portrait. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Group Portraits Schools--California--Cypress Park (Los Angeles) Middle School Students--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Florence Nightingale Middle School (Los Angeles, Calif.) Cypress Park (Los Angeles, Calif.) Middle Schools--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Clubs--California--Los Angelescontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Couple At Mission San Juan Capistrano
title Couple At Mission San Juan Capistranodescription A couple, Gustavo and Victoria, on a visit to Mission San Juan Capistrano. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Spanish Mission Buildings--California--San Juan Capistrano Group Portraits Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Missions--California--San Juan Capistrano Mission San Juan Capistrano Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Church Buildings--California--San Juan Capistrano San Juan Capistrano (Calif.) Husband And Wife--California--San Juan Capistranocontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Southern California Fish Corp. Workers
title Southern California Fish Corp. Workersdescription A group portrait of employees during a lunch break at the Southern California Fish Corporation on Terminal Island, in San Pedro. This image represents a portion of a panoramic image. See S-002-700B, C, E, and F for the rest of the image. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Southern California Fish Corporation (Los Angeles, Calif.) Canneries--California--Los Angeles Group Portraits Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Women Cannery Workers--California--Los Angeles Cannery Workers--California--Los Angeles Employees--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs San Pedro (Los Angeles, Calif.) Terminal Island (Calif.)contributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
San Fernando Mission Play Actors
title San Fernando Mission Play Actorsdescription Costumed actors, Arsino Ruiz (left), Henry Ferra (center), and a man identified as Manuel, pose together before or after the performance of the historic play held annually at the Mission San Fernando Rey de Espan~a. Photograph dated June 27, 1930. Della Ortega was born in North Hollywood in 1920 and Ramona Frias was born in 1927 in San Fernando. Both sisters’ maiden names were Fonseca. They grew up in the Great Depression and were reliant upon their mother and brother for fiscal support after their parents divorced in 1935. Because of financial struggles Della was unable to graduate high school, but Ramona was able to graduate in 1946. Della met her husband in 1937 and Ramona met hers in 1948. The whole family save for Ramona worked in War Defense plants such as Lockheid during WWII. Both Ramona and Della worked in sewing factories. Della also worked for the election board to help put elections on. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Historical Drama Mission Hills (Los Angeles, Calif.)--Drama Group Portraits Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Actors--California--Los Angeles San Fernando, Rey De Espan~A (Mission : San Fernando, Calif.) Costumes Missions, Spanish--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Mission Hills (Los Angeles, Calif.)contributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Woman At Pottery Company
title Woman At Pottery Companydescription Initially built in 1901 for the Art Tile Factory, Gladding, McBean and Company purchased the facility on Los Feliz Boulevard in 1922. The factory remained open until 1985 and was eventually demolished. A shopping center, containing restaurants, a Costco, Toys R Us, and Best Buy, was later built on the site. Women workers at the Gladding-McBean Pottery Company. Rebecca Sanchez is at far left and Melissa Soto is 2nd from left.subject Women Employees--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Ceramics Factories--California--Los Angeles Lost Architecture--California--Atwater Village (Los Angeles) Ceramic Industries--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Atwater Village (Los Angeles, Calif.) Gladding, Mcbean And Company Gladding, Mcbean And Company--Employeescontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Nightingale Junior High School Lamplighters
title Nightingale Junior High School Lamplightersdescription Nightingale Junior High School Lamplighters in a group portrait. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Group Portraits Schools--California--Cypress Park (Los Angeles) Middle School Students--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Florence Nightingale Middle School (Los Angeles, Calif.) Cypress Park (Los Angeles, Calif.) Middle Schools--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Clubs--California--Los Angelescontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Southern California Fish Corp. Workers
title Southern California Fish Corp. Workersdescription A group portrait of employees during a lunch break at the Southern California Fish Corporation on Terminal Island, in San Pedro. This image represents a portion of a panoramic image. See S-002-700B, D, E, and F for the rest of the image. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Southern California Fish Corporation (Los Angeles, Calif.) Canneries--California--Los Angeles Group Portraits Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Women Cannery Workers--California--Los Angeles Cannery Workers--California--Los Angeles Employees--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs San Pedro (Los Angeles, Calif.) Terminal Island (Calif.)contributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Rotary Club Baseball Team
title Rotary Club Baseball Teamdescription Della Ortega was born in North Hollywood in 1920 and Ramona Frias was born in 1927 in San Fernando. Both sisters’ maiden names were Fonseca. They grew up in the Great Depression and were reliant upon their mother and brother for fiscal support after their parents divorced in 1935. Because of financial struggles Della was unable to graduate high school, but Ramona was able to graduate in 1946. Della met her husband in 1937 and Ramona met hers in 1948. The whole family save for Ramona worked in War Defense plants such as Lockheid during WWII. Both Ramona and Della worked in sewing factories. Della also worked for the election board to help put elections on. Members of an all girls Rotary Club baseball team in Las Palmas Park in San Fernando. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.; Published on page 86 of Shades of L.A. New York : The New Press, c1996.subject Las Palmas Park (San Fernando, Calif.) Group Portraits Men--California--San Fernando Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs San Fernando (Calif.) Baseball--California--San Fernando Night Photographs Portrait Photographs Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Women--California--San Fernando Baseball Teams--California--San Fernando Baseball Players--United Statescontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Couple At The Prom
title Couple At The Promdescription Danny and his prom date Bertha at San Fernando High School. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.artist/creator White'S Studios Shades Of L.A. Is An Archive Of Photographs Representing The Contemporary And Historic Diversity Of Families In Los Angeles. Images Were Chosen From Family Albums And Include Daily Life, Social Organizations, Work, Personal And Holiday Celebrations, And Migration And Immigration Activities. Made Possible And Accessible Through The Generous Support Of The Security Pacific National Bank, Sunlaw Cogeneration Partners, Photo Friends, California Council For The Humanities, The Ralph M. Parsons Foundation, And The John Randolph Haynes And Dora Haynes Foundationsubject Group Portraits High School Students--California--San Fernando Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Proms--California--San Fernando San Fernando (Calif.) San Fernando High School (San Fernando, Calif.) Shades Of L.A. Filipino American Photographs Portrait Photographs Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs High Schools--California--San Fernandocontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Glassell Park Little League
title Glassell Park Little Leaguedescription A Glassell Park Little League portrait with sisters Maria Melania, age 9; Maria Alicia, age 4; and Monica, age 7, in the front row. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Little League Baseball--California--Los Angeles Baseball Teams--California--Los Angeles Group Portraits Glassell Park (Los Angeles, Calif.) Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Baseball Uniforms--California--Los Angeles Glassell Park Little League (Los Angeles, Calif.) Portrait Photographs Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Baseball Players--United Statescontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Father With Baby
title Father With Babydescription Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction. Tony holds his daughter Cristina in the family apartment in Echo Park, Los Angeles.subject Group Portraits Dwellings--California--Echo Park (Los Angeles) Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Children--California--Los Angeles Echo Park (Los Angeles, Calif.) Families--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Fathers--California--Los Angeles Father And Child--California--Los Angeles Girls--California--Los Angelescontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Southern California Fish Corp. Workers
title Southern California Fish Corp. Workersdescription A group portrait of employees during a lunch break at the Southern California Fish Corporation on Terminal Island, in San Pedro. This image represents the left side of a panoramic image. See S-002-700C-F for the right side of the image. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Southern California Fish Corporation (Los Angeles, Calif.) Canneries--California--Los Angeles Group Portraits Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Women Cannery Workers--California--Los Angeles Cannery Workers--California--Los Angeles Employees--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs San Pedro (Los Angeles, Calif.) Terminal Island (Calif.)contributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Art Snyder At El Mercado Opening
title Art Snyder At El Mercado Openingdescription City Councilman Art Snyder (center) at opening of El Mercado. Mayor Sam Yorty is 2nd from left.subject City Council Members--California--Los Angeles Women--California--Los Angeles Group Portraits Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Boyle Heights (Los Angeles, Calif.) Microphones Snyder, Art El Mercado De Los Angeles Yorty, Sam,--1909-1998 Portrait Photographs Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Mayors--California--Los Angelescontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Brothers At Home
title Brothers At Homedescription Gary with his older brothers Cecil and Harry, left, at home in Monterey Park. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Families--California--Monterey Park Group Portraits Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Dwellings--California--Monterey Park Shades Of L.A. Native American Photographs Brothers--California--Monterey Park Children--California--Monterey Park Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Television--California--Monterey Park--Receivers And Reception Living Rooms--California--Monterey Parkcontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Southern California Fish Corp. Workers
title Southern California Fish Corp. Workersdescription A group portrait of employees during a lunch break at the Southern California Fish Corporation on Terminal Island, in San Pedro. This image represents a portion of a panoramic image. See S-002-700B, C, D, and F for the rest of the image. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Southern California Fish Corporation (Los Angeles, Calif.) Canneries--California--Los Angeles Group Portraits Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Women Cannery Workers--California--Los Angeles Cannery Workers--California--Los Angeles Employees--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs San Pedro (Los Angeles, Calif.) Terminal Island (Calif.)contributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Nightingale Junior High School Faculty
title Nightingale Junior High School Facultydescription The first faculty of Florence Nightingale Junior High School in a group portrait in front of the administration building. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Teachers--California--Los Angeles Group Portraits Schools--California--Cypress Park (Los Angeles) Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Florence Nightingale Middle School (Los Angeles, Calif.) Cypress Park (Los Angeles, Calif.) Middle Schools--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs School Buildings--California--Cypress Park (Los Angeles)contributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Wilson High School Champions
title Wilson High School Championsdescription Group photo of El Sereno's Wilson High School football team in 1976, shown celebrating another undefeated season as 3-A City Champions. Assemblyman Ricahrd Alatorre is at far left. Led by coach VIc Cuccia, the team went on a 39-game winning streak, becoming undefeated City Section 3-A Champions 3 years in a row; 1975, 76 & 77.subject Group Portraits Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs High School Students--California--Los Angeles Football Players--California--Los Angeles Alatorre, Richard El Sereno (Los Angeles, Calif.) Portrait Photographs Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Politicians--California Woodrow Wilson High School (Los Angeles, Calif.) Awards--California--Los Angelescontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Cinco De Mayo Performers At County Dept. Of Health Services
title Cinco De Mayo Performers At County Dept. Of Health Servicesdescription Mariachis and Xipe Totec Dance group pose on stage at the Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS). Robert Gates, Director of DHS, is at center, Ofelia DeLeon Sanchez is fifth from left, Lazaro Arvizu is standing sixth from right.subject Mariachi--California--Los Angeles Cinco De Mayo (Mexican Holiday) Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Los Angeles County (Calif.).--Dept. Of Health Services Arvizu, Lazaro Costumes Dancers--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Xipe Totec Dancers (Los Angeles, Calif.) Gates, Robert Sanchez, Ofelia Deleoncontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Grocery Market
title Grocery Marketdescription Family and friends stand outside a family business, Armenta's Meat Market and Groceries on N. Main Street, in East Los Angeles. From left, Victoria, Catalina, Aurelia, Victoria, Pablo, an unknown child, and Estela. The boys in the truck are family members. The passenger is Ramon, the driver is Jesus, standing is Oscar, and seated is Antonio. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Group Portraits Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Grocery Stores--California--East Los Angeles East Los Angeles (Calif.) Trucks--California--East Los Angeles Portrait Photographs Grocers--California--East Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Signs And Signboards--California--East Los Angeles Families--California--East Los Angelescontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Southern California Fish Corp. Workers
title Southern California Fish Corp. Workersdescription A group portrait of employees during a lunch break at the Southern California Fish Corporation on Terminal Island, in San Pedro. This image represents a portion of a panoramic image. See S-002-700B, C, D, and E for the rest of the image. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Southern California Fish Corporation (Los Angeles, Calif.) Canneries--California--Los Angeles Group Portraits Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Women Cannery Workers--California--Los Angeles Cannery Workers--California--Los Angeles Employees--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs San Pedro (Los Angeles, Calif.) Terminal Island (Calif.)contributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Grandfather With Girls
title Grandfather With Girlsdescription Ramon, grandfather to Cristina, left, and newborn Raquel at the family apartment in Echo Park, Los Angeles. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Grandparent And Child--California--Los Angeles Grandfathers--California--Los Angeles Group Portraits Dwellings--California--Echo Park (Los Angeles) Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Children--California--Los Angeles Echo Park (Los Angeles, Calif.) Families--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Girls--California--Los Angelescontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Friends At Divine Savior School
title Friends At Divine Savior Schooldescription A group of school friends outside Divine Savior School in Cypress Park. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Elementary Schools--California--Los Angeles Group Portraits Schools--California--Cypress Park (Los Angeles) Boys--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Divine Savior School (Los Angeles, Calif.) Cypress Park (Los Angeles, Calif.) School Children--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographscontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Newlyweds At Knott'S Berry Farm
title Newlyweds At Knott'S Berry Farmdescription Newlyweds Fanny and Jose wear Indian headresses on a visit Knott's Berry Farm in 1966. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Husband And Wife--California--Buena Park Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Knott'S Berry Farm (Buena Park, Calif. : Amusement Park) Amusement Parks--California--Buena Park Shades Of L.A. Native American Photographs Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Native Americans--California--Buena Park Buena Park (Calif.)contributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
School Halloween Parade
title School Halloween Paradedescription A Halloween parade at Broad Avenue Elementary School in Wilmington. The girl in the witch costume is Melissa. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Elementary Schools--California--Los Angeles Parades--California--Los Angeles Wilmington (Los Angeles, Calif.) Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Schools--California--Los Angeles Schools--California--Wilmington (Los Angeles) Costumes Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Halloween--California--Los Angeles Broad Avenue Elementary School (Los Angeles, Calif.)contributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Plaza De La Raza Plans Unveiled
title Plaza De La Raza Plans Unveileddescription Margo Albert reviews model of an expanded Plaza de la Raza as Mayor Tom Bradley and other politicians look on. Included are City Councilman Art Snyder (2nd from left), Mayor Bradley (3rd from left), State Assembly members Art Torres (2nd from right), and Richard Alatorre (far right).subject Bradley, Tom,--1917-1998 Margo,--1918?-1955 Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Municipal Ceremonial--California--Los Angeles Women In Art--California--Los Angeles Snyder, Art Alatorre, Richard Plaza De La Raza (Los Angeles, Calif.) Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Politicians--California--Los Angelescontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
First Communion At Divine Savior Church
title First Communion At Divine Savior Churchdescription Children exit Divine Savior Church on Cypress Avenue after receiving their First Communion. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs First Communion Divine Saviour Catholic Church (Los Angeles, Calif.) Cypress Park (Los Angeles, Calif.) Church Buildings--California--Cypress Park (Los Angeles) Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Rites And Ceremonies--California--Los Angeles Catholic Churches--California--Cypress Park (Los Angeles)contributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Family On A Patio
title Family On A Patiodescription A. Ruben at home on the patio with his granddaughter in Monterey Park. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Patios--California--Monterey Park Families--California--Monterey Park Group Portraits Monterey Park (Calif.) Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Grandparent And Child--California--Monterey Park Girls--California--Monterey Park Grandfathers--California--Monterey Park Shades Of L.A. Native American Photographs Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographscontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Easter Egg Hunt
title Easter Egg Huntdescription Cristina at home at 4800 San Marcos Place in Highland Park during an Easter egg hunt. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Easter--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Easter Eggs--California--Los Angeles Children--California--Los Angeles Highland Park (Los Angeles, Calif.) Dwellings--California--Highland Park (Los Angeles) Easter Egg Hunts--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Girls--California--Los Angelescontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Garment District Factory
title Garment District Factorydescription Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction. Workers at a dress factory in the Garment District in downtown Los Angeles. A worker named Teresa is seated second from the right.subject Tailors--California--Los Angeles Women--California--Los Angeles Group Portraits Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Factories--California--Los Angeles Women'S Clothing--California--Los Angeles Women Tailors--California--Los Angeles Employees--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Clothing Factories--California--Los Angelescontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Enrique In Store
title Enrique In Storedescription Enrique Negrete behind counter inside his grocery store in East Los Angeles.subject Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs La Ciudad De Mexico Grocery Store (East Los Angeles, Calif.) Men--California--East Los Angeles Grocery Stores--California--East Los Angeles Stores & Shops--California--East Los Angeles East Los Angeles (Calif.) Portrait Photographs Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographscontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Anita'S Graduation Day
title Anita'S Graduation Daydescription Photo taken at Anita's high school graduation held at the Greek Theatre, June 1988. From left to right: Emiliano, her brother, Anita, and her uncle Ruben.subject Men--California--Los Angeles Commencement Ceremonies--California--Los Angeles High School Graduates--California--Los Angeles Group Portraits Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Young Women--California--Los Angeles Greek Theatre (Los Angeles, Calif.) Griffith Park (Los Angeles, Calif.) Portrait Photographs Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographscontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Baptism
title Baptismdescription Enya Isabel, on the day of her baptism, is held by her mother Ivette Zoe outside of San Gabriel Mission. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Church Buildings--California--San Gabriel Group Portraits Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Catholic Churches--California--San Gabriel Missions, Spanish--California--San Gabriel San Gabriel (Calif.) Mission San Gabriel Arcangel (San Gabriel, Calif.) Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Mother And Child--California--San Gabriel Baptismcontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Confirmation Day
title Confirmation Daydescription Nancy and Richard at their daughter Renee's Confirmation at Saints Peter and Paul Church in Wilmington, Los Angeles. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Group Portraits Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Wilmington (Los Angeles, Calif.) Families--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Danish American Photographs Portrait Photographs Saints Peter And Paul Church (Los Angeles, Calif.) Rites And Ceremonies--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Confirmationcontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
First Communion
title First Communiondescription Raquel, center of the first row, at her First Communion at Saints Peter and Paul Church in Wilmington, in Los Angeles. Her future husband, Julian, is right behind her. Her brother Ronald is in front of the group, at right. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Church Buildings--California--Los Angeles Group Portraits Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Wilmington (Los Angeles, Calif.) Catholic Churches--California--Wilmington (Los Angeles) First Communion Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Saints Peter And Paul Church (Los Angeles, Calif.) Rites And Ceremonies--California--Los Angelescontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Picketers At Shirt Factory
title Picketers At Shirt Factorydescription Della Ortega was born in North Hollywood in 1920 and Ramona Frias was born in 1927 in San Fernando. Both sisters’ maiden names were Fonseca. They grew up in the Great Depression and were reliant upon their mother and brother for fiscal support after their parents divorced in 1935. Because of financial struggles Della was unable to graduate high school, but Ramona was able to graduate in 1946. Della met her husband in 1937 and Ramona met hers in 1948. The whole family save for Ramona worked in War Defense plants such as Lockheid during WWII. Both Ramona and Della worked in sewing factories. Della also worked for the election board to help put elections on. Rosie, left, age 19, and Ramona, age 17, protest the lack of a union during a strike outside the Barenveld Shirt Factory in San Fernando. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.; Published on page 58 of Shades of L.A. New York : The New Press, c1996.subject Clothing Workers--California--San Fernando Group Portraits Labor Disputes--California--San Fernando Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs San Fernando (Calif.) Picketing--California--San Fernando Signs And Signboards--California--San Fernando Strikes And Lockouts--California--San Fernando Barenveld Shirt Factory Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographscontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
First Communion At Maria Auxiliadora
title First Communion At Maria Auxiliadoradescription Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction. Two nuns and a boy at the school for First Communion at Maria Auxiliadora, Our Lady Help of Christians Catholic Church, in Lincoln Heights. This church caters to the Spanish-speaking community with Spanish language services and Spanish-speaking priests.subject Group Portraits Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs First Communion Nuns--California--Los Angeles Schools--California--Lincoln Heights (Los Angeles) Our Lady Help Of Christians School (Los Angeles, Calif.) Catholic Schools--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Lincoln Heights (Los Angeles, Calif.)contributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Agricultural Laborer
title Agricultural Laborerdescription Alex Fonseca, Della Ortega's brother, takes a break from working in a San Fernando orange grove to pose against a truck. Della Ortega was born in North Hollywood in 1920 and Ramona Frias was born in 1927 in San Fernando. Both sisters’ maiden names were Fonseca. They grew up in the Great Depression and were reliant upon their mother and brother for fiscal support after their parents divorced in 1935. Because of financial struggles Della was unable to graduate high school, but Ramona was able to graduate in 1946. Della met her husband in 1937 and Ramona met hers in 1948. The whole family save for Ramona worked in War Defense plants such as Lockheid during WWII. Both Ramona and Della worked in sewing factories. Della also worked for the election board to help put elections on. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Citrus Fruit Industry--California--San Fernando--Employees Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs San Fernando (Calif.) Trucks--California--San Fernando Agriculture--California--San Fernando Agricultural Laborers--California--San Fernando Portrait Photographs Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Citrus Fruit Industry--California--San Fernandocontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Visiting The Mission Museum
title Visiting The Mission Museumdescription Danny Chavez in front of San Gabriel Mission museum.subject Automobiles--California--San Gabriel Boys--California--San Gabriel Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Palms--California--San Gabriel Trees--California--San Gabriel San Gabriel (Calif.) Children--California--San Gabriel Mission San Gabriel Arcangel (San Gabriel, Calif.) Portrait Photographs Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographscontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Di´A De Los Muertos Altar
title Di´A De Los Muertos Altardescription Guillermo stands beside a family ofrenda, or altar, at Arroyo Seco Park in Highland Park during an art in the park festival for Di´a de los Muertos. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Holidays--Mexico All Souls' Day--California--Los Angeles Altars--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Highland Park (Los Angeles, Calif.) Arroyo Seco Park (Calif.) Festivals--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Parks--California--Highland Park (Los Angeles)contributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Mary Star Of The Sea Catholic Church, San Pedro
title Mary Star Of The Sea Catholic Church, San Pedrodescription Exterior view of Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Church in San Pedro at 870 West 8th Street. Title supplied by cataloger.subject Catholic Churches--California--San Pedro (Los Angeles) Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Mary Star Of The Sea Catholic Church (San Pedro, Los Angeles, Calif.) Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs San Pedro (Los Angeles, Calif.) Church Buildings--California--San Pedro (Los Angeles)contributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Mother Walking With Children
title Mother Walking With Childrendescription Esperanza and her children Charles and Sylvia in front of the family grocery store at 252 East Santa Barbara Avenue, in East Los Angeles. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Group Portraits Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Children--California--East Los Angeles Mothers--California--East Los Angeles East Los Angeles (Calif.) Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Streets--California--East Los Angeles Baby Carriages--California--East Los Angeles Families--California--East Los Angelescontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Groudbreaking For Holy Family School
title Groudbreaking For Holy Family Schooldescription Father Conseco holds shovel during groundbreaking ceremonies for the Holy Family School. Jose de Luz Arroyo (2nd from right) donated the land where the school was built.artist/creator Shades Of L.A. Is An Archive Of Photographs Representing The Contemporary And Historic Diversity Of Families In Los Angeles. Images Were Chosen From Family Albums And Include Daily Life, Social Organizations, Work, Personal And Holiday Celebrations, And Migration And Immigration Activities. Made Possible And Accessible Through The Generous Support Of The Security Pacific National Bank, Sunlaw Cogeneration Partners, Photo Friends, California Council For The Humanities, The Ralph M. Parsons Foundation, And The John Randolph Haynes And Dora Haynes Foundation Furichsubject Holy Family Catholic Church (Wilmington, Los Angeles, Calif.) Group Portraits Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Wilmington (Los Angeles, Calif.) Catholic Churches--California--Wilmington (Los Angeles) Clergy--California--Los Angeles Church Buildings--California--Wilmington (Los Angeles) Portrait Photographs Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographscontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
First Communion
title First Communiondescription Claudia, age 10, at her First Communion at Divine Savior Catholic Church in Cypress Park with her father, Manuel. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs First Communion Divine Saviour Catholic Church (Los Angeles, Calif.) Cypress Park (Los Angeles, Calif.) Families--California--Los Angeles Church Buildings--California--Cypress Park (Los Angeles) Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Catholic Churches--California--Cypress Park (Los Angeles)contributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Couple At Union Station
title Couple At Union Stationdescription Augustin and a traveling companion in front of Union Station in Los Angeles in the early 1940's. Augustin worked for the railroad; he died in 1986. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Men--California--Los Angeles Women--California--Los Angeles Group Portraits Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Union Passenger Terminal (Los Angeles, Calif.) Historic Buildings--California--Los Angeles Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monuments Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Railroad Stations--California--Los Angelescontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Siblings In An Orphanage
title Siblings In An Orphanagedescription A portrait of six siblings in an orphanage in Pasadena. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Children--California--Pasadena Group Portraits Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Families--California--Pasadena Orphanages--California--Pasadena Shades Of L.A. Native American Photographs Pasadena (Calif.) Portrait Photographs Girls--California--Pasadena Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Brothers And Sisters--California--Pasadena Boys--California--Pasadenacontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Jr. High School Students
title Jr. High School Studentsdescription Lucy Fonseca (at right) with friends at San Fernando Jr. High. Adam Flores is at center.subject Group Portraits Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs San Fernando Middle School (San Fernando, Calif.)--Students San Fernando (Calif.) Young Men--California--San Fernando Young Women--California--San Fernando Portrait Photographs San Fernando Middle School (San Fernando, Calif.) Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographscontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Boys In Graduation Robes
title Boys In Graduation Robesdescription L to R John Lopez, Carlos Cantu and Jimmy Cruz in graduation robes at their 8th grade graduation from Holy Family School at Holy Family Catholic Church in Wilmington, 1967.subject Holy Family Catholic Church (Wilmington, Los Angeles, Calif.) Mexican Americans--California--Wilmington (Los Angeles) Wilmington (Los Angeles, Calif.) Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Cruz, Jimmy Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Rites And Ceremonies--California--Wilmington (Los Angeles) Cantu, Carlos Lopez, Johncontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Congregation At Holy Family Catholic Church
title Congregation At Holy Family Catholic Churchdescription View of congregation at Holy Family Catholic Church during mass. In front row are Sally Arroyo (3rd from left), Mary Trinidad Arroyo (4th from left), and Maria Guadalupe Arroyo (far right).artist/creator Shades Of L.A. Is An Archive Of Photographs Representing The Contemporary And Historic Diversity Of Families In Los Angeles. Images Were Chosen From Family Albums And Include Daily Life, Social Organizations, Work, Personal And Holiday Celebrations, And Migration And Immigration Activities. Made Possible And Accessible Through The Generous Support Of The Security Pacific National Bank, Sunlaw Cogeneration Partners, Photo Friends, California Council For The Humanities, The Ralph M. Parsons Foundation, And The John Randolph Haynes And Dora Haynes Foundation Furichsubject Holy Family Catholic Church (Wilmington, Los Angeles, Calif.) Mexican Americans--California--Wilmington (Los Angeles) Wilmington (Los Angeles, Calif.) Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Arroyo, Sally Arroyo, Lupe Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Church Membership--California--Wilmington (Los Angeles) Arroyo, Mary Trinidadcontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
First Communion
title First Communiondescription Julie at her First Communion at Saints Peter and Paul Church in Wilmington, in Los Angeles. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Church Buildings--California--Los Angeles Wilmington (Los Angeles, Calif.) Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Catholic Churches--California--Wilmington (Los Angeles) First Communion Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Saints Peter And Paul Church (Los Angeles, Calif.) Rites And Ceremonies--California--Los Angelescontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Couple At Prom
title Couple At Promdescription Nancy and Ricardo at the San Pedro High School prom. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Group Portraits Proms--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs San Pedro High School (San Pedro, Calif.) Portrait Photographs San Pedro (Los Angeles, Calif.) Schools--California--San Pedro (Los Angeles) Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs High Schools--California--Los Angelescontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Quincean~Era
title Quincean~Eradescription Julia, right, with her friend Norma at a Quincean~era at Saints Peter and Paul Church in Wilmington, in Los Angeles. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Wilmington (Los Angeles, Calif.) Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Catholic Churches--California--Wilmington (Los Angeles) Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Saints Peter And Paul Church (Los Angeles, Calif.) Rites And Ceremonies--California--Los Angeles Quincean~Era (Social Custom) Girls--California--Los Angelescontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Wedding Reception
title Wedding Receptiondescription A portrait of the wedding party at the reception for the wedding of Rosa, fifth from the left, and Ernest. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Wedding Clothing & Dress Weddings--California--Los Angeles Group Portraits Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Bunche, Ralph J.--(Ralph Johnson),--1904-1971--Family Wedding Cakes--California--Los Angeles Brides--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Shades Of L.A. African American Photographscontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Cooling Off In Tujunga Wash
title Cooling Off In Tujunga Washdescription Lucy and her daughter enjoy the water in Tujunga Wash. A 1956 Bel Air Chevrolet is parked in the background. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Rivers--California--Los Angeles County Families--California--Los Angeles County Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Chevrolet Automobile Children--California--Los Angeles County Mothers And Daughters--California--Los Angeles County Tujunga Wash (Calif.) Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Los Angeles County (Calif.)contributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Nightingale Junior High School Dance
title Nightingale Junior High School Dancedescription Maids at a Nightingale Junior High School dance. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Group Portraits Schools--California--Cypress Park (Los Angeles) Middle School Students--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Florence Nightingale Middle School (Los Angeles, Calif.) Cypress Park (Los Angeles, Calif.) Middle Schools--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographscontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Man On Water Wagon
title Man On Water Wagondescription Alfredo Romero drives water wagon (used to water dusty streets) in San Pedro. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Men--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Horses--California--Los Angeles Dwellings--California--San Pedro (Los Angeles) Portrait Photographs San Pedro (Los Angeles, Calif.) Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Umbrellas--California--Los Angeles Lost Architecture--California--San Pedro (Los Angeles)contributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Aztecas Baseball Team
title Aztecas Baseball Teamdescription Della Ortega was born in North Hollywood in 1920 and Ramona Frias was born in 1927 in San Fernando. Both sisters’ maiden names were Fonseca. They grew up in the Great Depression and were reliant upon their mother and brother for fiscal support after their parents divorced in 1935. Because of financial struggles Della was unable to graduate high school, but Ramona was able to graduate in 1946. Della met her husband in 1937 and Ramona met hers in 1948. The whole family save for Ramona worked in War Defense plants such as Lockheid during WWII. Both Ramona and Della worked in sewing factories. Della also worked for the election board to help put elections on. Group portrait of the Aztecas, a girl's baseball team based in Pacoima, with their manager. Della Fonseca (later Ortega) is standing, second from right. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.; Used in the Exhibit: L.A. Baseball: From the Pacific Coast League to the Major Leagues.subject Women--California--Los Angeles Baseball Teams--California--Los Angeles Group Portraits Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Women Baseball Players--California--Los Angeles Portrait Photographs Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Baseball--California--Los Angeles Baseball Managers--California--Los Angeles Pacoima (Los Angeles, Calif.)contributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Bridesmaids And Best Man
title Bridesmaids And Best Mandescription Flora Cano (at left) with best man and other bridesmaid in Chávez Ravine.subject Wedding Clothing & Dress Weddings--California--Los Angeles Group Portraits Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Bouquets--California--Los Angeles Chávez Ravine (Los Angeles, Calif.) Portrait Photographs Automobiles--California--Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Streets--California--Los Angeles Dwellings--California--Los Angelescontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Couple At Union Station
title Couple At Union Stationdescription Augustin and an unidentified woman at Union Station in Los Angeles in the early 1940's. Augustin worked for the railroad; he died in 1986. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Men--California--Los Angeles Women--California--Los Angeles Group Portraits Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Union Passenger Terminal (Los Angeles, Calif.) Historic Buildings--California--Los Angeles Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monuments Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Railroad Stations--California--Los Angelescontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
Grocery Market
title Grocery Marketdescription Jesus, Aurelia, and Pablo stand outside their family business, Armenta's Meat Market and Groceries on N. Main Street, in East Los Angeles. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Group Portraits Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs Grocery Stores--California--East Los Angeles East Los Angeles (Calif.) Portrait Photographs Grocers--California--East Los Angeles Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs Signs And Signboards--California--East Los Angeles Families--California--East Los Angelescontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) -
High School Football Team
title High School Football Teamdescription The 1952 San Pedro High School junior varsity football team champs, the Pirates. Ricardo is the third from the right, in front. Title supplied by cataloger.; Image is a reproduction.subject Group Portraits Shades Of L.A. Collection Photographs San Pedro High School (San Pedro, Calif.) Football Teams--California--Los Angeles Portrait Photographs San Pedro (Los Angeles, Calif.) Schools--California--San Pedro (Los Angeles) Shades Of L.A. Mexican American Photographs High Schools--California--Los Angelescontributor Digital Public Library of America (DPLA)