'Tent City' on Beach Street

The tourist accommodations known as 'Tent City' on Beach Street, across from the Boardwalk. The tents had wooden floors, canvas sides, lights, and water. In the background is the first Casino, built in 1904. The casino and the tent city were destroyed by fire in 1906.

Source of information: Notes on back of photo

Article on this Website, see link below.
Date: 1904 - 1906
Type: PHOTO
Coverage:
  • Santa Cruz (City)
  • 1900s
Rights: This photograph/postcard is the property of the Santa Cruz Public Libraries, California.

Restrictions on Use
Physical Dimensions: 6 3/4" x 4 1/2"
Identifier: LH-0588

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“'Tent City' on Beach Street.” 1904 - 1906. SCPL Local History. https://history.santacruzpl.org/omeka/items/show/9790. Accessed 4 Dec. 2024.