Block of Pacific Avenue completely demolished due to earthquake

A look at one side of a block of Pacific Avenue that was completely demolished due to earthquake damage. The Hotel Metropole building was already vacant upstairs, though Plaza Books/Paper Vision was on the ground floor. Gensler-Lee Diamonds, Athletic Express, and the other businesses relocated or closed.

Source of information
Date: 1989
Type: PHOTO
Coverage:
  • Santa Cruz (City)
  • 1980s
Rights: This photograph is the property of the Santa Cruz Public Libraries, California.

Restrictions on Use
Identifier: LH-scpl174

Citation

“Block of Pacific Avenue completely demolished due to earthquake.” 1989. SCPL Local History. https://history.santacruzpl.org/omeka/items/show/10394. Accessed 11 Dec. 2024.