Along the San Lorenzo River, the stage and seats are prepared for the 1912 Water Pageant

Along the San Lorenzo River, the stage and seats are prepared for the 1912 Water Pageant. $15,000 was expected to be spent on preparations. The amphitheater was capable of seating 4000 spectators. It was built on 'Pageant Island' in the middle of the river.

Source of information: Written on back of photograph

Sentinel 7/10/1912 p.6 c.4, 7/18/1912 p.1 c.1, 7/19/1912 p.1 c.1

Surf 6/27/1912 p.8 c.3, 7/29/1912 p.2 c.1
Date: July 1912
Type: PHOTO
Coverage:
  • Santa Cruz (City)
  • 1910s
Rights: This photograph/postcard is the property of the Santa Cruz Public Libraries, California.

Restrictions on Use
Identifier: LH-0153

Citation

“Along the San Lorenzo River, the stage and seats are prepared for the 1912 Water Pageant.” July 1912. SCPL Local History. https://history.santacruzpl.org/omeka/items/show/9418. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.