Oliver Collection, 1888-1924

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Summary

Title:
Oliver Collection
Dates:
1888-1924
Creators:
Abstract:
Extent:
158 glass plates; prints from 5 x 7 to 8 x 10 in. (13 x 18 to 21 x 26 cm.); 256 film negatives
Language:
Preferred citation:

Oliver Collection. Monterey Public Library, California History Room Archives

Background

Scope and content:

Collection contains views of Monterey Peninsula and tourist sites from the mid-1890s through 1912 and includes original photographs taken by J. K. Oliver. Views of local fishing, the Hotel del Monte, Seventeen-Mile Drive, historic buildings, the Chinese fishing community, and other subjects comprise this significant collection.

Acquisition information:
Gift from Myron A. Oliver in 1958.

About this collection guide

Collection Guide Author:
Finding aid created by Monterey Public Library, California History Room Archives staff.
Date Prepared:
1888-1924
Date Encoded:
This finding aid was produced using Record Express for OAC5 on July 14, 2025, 2:54 p.m.

Access and use

Restrictions:

Access by appointment only; contact Local History Librarian or designated staff.

Terms of access:

Reproduction by Local History Librarian or other designated staff; may be restricted due to condition of the materials.

Preferred citation:

Oliver Collection. Monterey Public Library, California History Room Archives

Location of this collection:
625 Pacific Street
Monterey, CA 93940, US
Contact:
(831) 646-2091
libchr@monterey.gov
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