Patterson Collection- Photo Albums, ca. 1897-1916, ca. 1897-1916

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Title:: Patterson Collection- Photo Albums, ca. 1897-1916
Dates:: ca. 1897-1916
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Extent:: 1 carton (1.08 linear feet)
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Preferred citation:: Patterson Collection- Photo Albums, ca. 1897-1916. Society of California Pioneers

Scope and content:: The Patterson Family photograph albums are a visual record of the family's life and experiences. The collection features candid images of family members, homes, as well as snapshots of local scenes (Ardenwood, Bell Ranch Bridge) and travel destinations (Europe). The photographs also document mining sites, recreational activities, sports events, and entertainment. Patterson Family members include: George W. Patterson, Sarah Patterson, Harrison Patterson, William D. Patterson, Sr., Clara Hawley Patterson, Henry Patterson, John B. Patterson and more. In total, there are a little over 180 photographs.
Biographical / historical:: Patterson Family Photo Album #2 (C043914), William D. Patterson, Sr. Photo Album (C052975), and Ardenwood Photo Album (C043915) appear to have been part of the Patterson Collection, donated by Donald Patterson in 1977. Related materials include Patterson Collection- Patterson Family Papers, Patterson Mining Collection, Patterson Mining Collection- Maps, and Patterson (George Washington) Papers.

Collection Guide Author:: Finding aid created by Society of California Pioneers staff.
Date Prepared:: ca. 1897-1916
Date Encoded:: This finding aid was produced using Record Express for OAC5 on July 14, 2025, 2:54 p.m.

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Preferred citation:: Patterson Collection- Photo Albums, ca. 1897-1916. Society of California Pioneers

Location of this collection:: Society of California Pioneers

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San Francisco, CA 94107, US