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Post Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition photograph collection, 1911-1965
Overview of the Collection
- Collector
- University of Washington Libraries. Special Collections
- Title
- Post Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition photograph collection
- Dates
- 1911-1965 (inclusive)19111965
- Quantity
-
57 photographic prints (17
modern contact prints, 40 original prints) (1 box, 1 oversize folder) ; various sizes
2 negatives : nitrate
13 negatives : glass - Collection Number
- PH0778
- Summary
- Photographs of the AYPE dissolution banquet, of the demolition of several buildings, and a campus panorama which shows a number of former AYPE buildings
- Repository
-
University of Washington Libraries, Special Collections
Special Collections
University of Washington Libraries
Box 352900
Seattle, WA
98195-2900
Telephone: 2065431929
Fax: 2065431931
speccoll@uw.edu - Access Restrictions
-
Selections from the collection can be viewed on the Libraries' Digital Collections website. Permission of Visual Materials curator is required to view originals. Contact Special Collections for more information.
- Languages
- English
Historical BackgroundReturn to Top
Prior to the Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition (AYPE), the grounds of the University of Washington were mainly forest, with only a few buildings. By hosting the AYPE, the University was not only able to get the grounds landscaped, but also acquired 20 buildings and a number of landmarks such as the statue of George Washington and the Geyser Basin (which later became Frosh Pond and then Drumheller Fountain). The University began utilizing these buildings at the close of the AYPE, but most of the buildings were hastily constructed, not meant for long term use, and not often designed for education. Of the 20 buildings that remained after the Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition, only a few still exist including the former Fine Arts Building (now the Architecture building), the Michigan Club Building (now the Physical Plant Office), and the former Washington State Women's Building (now Cunningham Hall).
Content DescriptionReturn to Top
Photographs of the AYPE dissolution banquet, as well as the demolition of the Oriental Building, Forestry Building, Geyser Basin, New York Building and the Auditorium. Also includes a large panorama of campus on a May Day celebration which shows a number of former AYPE buildings.
Use of the CollectionReturn to Top
Alternative Forms Available
View selections from the collection in digital format.
Modern prints of the negatives are available for viewing.
Restrictions on Use
Restrictions may exist on reproduction, quotation, or publication. Contact Special Collections, University of Washington Libraries for details.
Administrative InformationReturn to Top
Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top
AYPE Dissolution BanquetReturn to Top
Container(s) | Description | Dates | |
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Box/Folder | item | ||
1/1 | 1a | June 27, 1911 | |
1/1 | 1b | Dissolution Banquet of the
Alaska-Yukon-Pacific-Exposition Corporation Same photo as 1a; banquet attendees are numbered on the front
and identified on back.
|
June 27, 1911 |
University of Washington campusReturn to Top
Container(s) | Description | Dates | |
---|---|---|---|
Box/Folder | item | ||
1/2 | 2 |
Man and woman walking around Geyser Basin with the
Auditorium in the background Alvin A. Peterson (photographer)
|
1911? |
1/2 | 3 |
Road in front of the Auditorium Alvin A. Peterson (photographer)
The Auditorium was used as Meany Hall until it was demolished in
1965.
|
1911? |
1/2 | 4 |
Path and trees probably near the Auditorium Alvin A. Peterson (photographer)
|
1911? |
1/2 | 4a |
Columns Alvin A. Peterson (photographer)
|
1911? |
1/2 | 4b |
Denny Hall Alvin A. Peterson (photographer)
|
1926? |
1/2 | 5-6 |
Hoo Hoo House Alvin A. Peterson (photographer)
The Hoo Hoo House was used as the Faculty Club until it was
demolished in 1959.
|
1930? |
1/2 | 7 |
Machinery Hall Alvin A. Peterson (photographer)
Machinery Hall was used as the Engineering Building until it was
demolished in 1957.
|
1911? |
1/2 | 8-9 |
Machinery Hall and Boeing Aerodynamical Chamber viewed
from across an ornamental garden Alvin A. Peterson (photographer)
|
1936? |
1/2 | 10 |
Machinery Hall viewed from across Geyser
Basin Alvin A. Peterson (photographer)
|
1911? |
1/2 | 11 |
Oregon State Building and Water tower viewed from across
Geyser Basin Alvin A. Peterson (photographer)
The Oregon State Building was used as the Law building until it
was demolished in 1917.
|
1911? |
1/2 | 12 | 1911? | |
1/2 | 13 | 1910? | |
1/2 | 14 |
Good Roads Building Before it was demolished on April 1, 1961, the Good Roads
Building served as the Forestry Hall and the ROTC building.
|
between 1910 and 1924? |
1/2 | 15 |
Good Roads Building Grondal (photographer)
|
1916 |
1/2 | 15a |
Suzzallo Library Alvin A. Peterson (photographer)
|
1926? |
1/2 | 16 |
Washington Women's Building The Washington Women's Building is one of the few AYPE buildings
that still stand. In its lifetime it has been used as the U.S. Bureau of Mines,
the Chemistry Annex, the ROTC Building, the Atmospheric Science and the Johnson
Annex B.
|
1913? |
1/2 | 17 | between 1910 and 1924 |
Oriental BuildingReturn to Top
After the AYPE the Oriental Building was used as the Armory. It was torn down in 1920.
Container(s) | Description | Dates | |
---|---|---|---|
Box/Folder | item | ||
1/3 | 18 |
Oriental Building Webster & Stevens (photographer)
|
1910? |
1/3 | 19 |
Oriental Building Although the photograph is not conclusive, it appears to be near
the destruction of the Oriental Building due to the loose boards pictured
inside and the general run-down appearance of the building.
|
1920? |
1/3 | 20 |
Oriental Building viewed across Geyser Basin Alvin A. Peterson (photographer)
The Oriental Building was used as the Armory until it was
demolished in 1920.
|
1911? |
1/3 | 21 | Oriental Building |
1911? |
Forestry Building DemolitionReturn to Top
After the AYPE the Forestry Building was used as a museum. In 1927, the museum was moved to another building and in 1930 the Forestry Building was destroyed.
Container(s) | Description | Dates | |
---|---|---|---|
Box/Folder | item | ||
1/3 | 22 |
Forestry Building and water tower J. N. Cobb (photographer)
|
between 1909 and 1930? |
1/3 | 23 | Forestry Building prior to destruction |
1928 |
1/3 | 24-25 | 1930 | |
1/3 | 26-27 | 1930 | |
1/3 | 28 | 1930 | |
1/3 | 29 | Piled logs |
1930 |
1/3 | 30 | 1930 | |
1/3 | 31-36 | 1930 | |
1/3 | 37 | 1930 | |
1/3 | 38-39 | 1930 |
Geyser Basin renovationReturn to Top
Geyser Basin was renamed "Frosh Pond" due to the tradition of dunking unwilling freshmen in it. The University put a stop to this tradition in 1922. In 1961, the pond was renamed "Drumheller Fountain" when Regent Joseph Drumheller donated the three rings of fountain jets that still operate in the fountain.
Container(s) | Description | Dates | |
---|---|---|---|
Box/Folder | item | ||
1/4 | 40-41 |
Panorama of men clearing out the Geyser
Basin The two photographs placed together form a panorama.
|
December 4, 1936 |
New York Building demolitionReturn to Top
After the AYPE the New York Building was used as the UW President's residence. In 1927 it was remodeled as the Music Building. It was torn down in 1950.
Container(s) | Description | Dates | |
---|---|---|---|
Box/Folder | item | ||
1/4 | 42 |
New York Building James O. Sneddon (photographer)
|
February 20, 1950 |
Auditorium demolitionReturn to Top
After the AYPE the Auditorium was renamed Meany Hall. It was remodeled in 1925. An earthquake in 1965 damaged the building and in August "Old Meany Hall" was torn down.
Container(s) | Description | Dates | |
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Box/Folder | item | ||
1/4 | 43-46 | August 1, 1965 | |
1/4 | 47-49 | August 1965 | |
1/4 | 50-51 | August 1965 | |
1/4 | 52 | Cloud of dust obscuring Auditorium |
August 1965 |
PlaqueReturn to Top
Container(s) | Description | Dates | |
---|---|---|---|
Box/Folder | item | ||
1/4 | 53 |
Plaque commemorating the Alaska-Yukon-Pacific
Exposition Plaque reads: On these grounds was held between June 1 and
October 16, 1909, the Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition. And this tablet is
erected by the Seattle Chamber of Commerce as a testimonial to those citizens
of Seattle who, from a sense of civic loyalty and at great personal sacrifice,
created and carried to success an exposition of lasting benefit not only to
this city but to the entire Northwest. But far more important than all other
advantages resulting from such an exhibition is the inspiring example of
unselfish and disinterested public service which these citizens, without
material reward or the hope thereof, have given to their city. Such men are the
proudest possession of any community and the surest guarantee of its prosperity
and greatness.
|
between 1909 and 1965? |
PanoramaReturn to Top
Container(s) | Description | Dates | |
---|---|---|---|
mapcase | item | ||
M271 | 54 | Crowd watching Maypole dance at University of Washington
May Day celebration Shows the Philippines Building (Mines Rescue Station), the
Forestry Building, the Washington State Building (Library), the University
Mines Building, the Oriental Building (Armory) and the Music Pavilion.
|
between 1910 and 1920 |
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Visual Materials Collections (University of Washington)
- Wrecking--Washington (State)--Seattle--Photographs
Corporate Names
- Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition (1909 : Seattle, Wash.)--Buildings--Photographs
Geographical Names
- Seattle (Wash.)--Buildings, structures, etc.--Photographs