Object Details
Creator
Hofmeister, Richard K
Subject
Smithsonian Institution Office of Public Affairs
Smithsonian Institution Division of Performing Arts
Notes
Original film available in SIA Acc. 11-009.
Featured in the "Torch," August 1977.
Summary
From Torch article: "An estimated 201,000 visitors attended the outdoor Fourth of July Celebration, July 2-4, on the grounds and terraces of the Museum of History and Technology. Produced by the Division of Performing Arts in association with MHT, the three day event became a focal point for Washington's celebration of America's 201st birthday. Shirley Cherkasky, coordinator for the programs, reported that everything went smoothly as crowds of families, young people, and senior citizens gathered to watch high-wheel bikers, puppets, and clowns, and to sit at the amphitheater stage to enjoy gospel, bluegrass, and old fashioned band music."
Cite as
Smithsonian Institution Archives, Record Unit 371, Box 02, Folder: August 1977, Image No. 77-8825-07A
Repository Loc.
Smithsonian Institution Archives Capital Gallery, Suite 3000, MRC 507; 600 Maryland Avenue, SW; Washington, DC 20024-2520
Date
1977
July 4, 1977
Local number
SIA RU000371 [77-8825-07A]
Restrictions & Rights
No access restrictions Many of SIA's holdings are located off-site, and advance notice is recommended to consult a collection. Please email the SIA Reference Team at osiaref@si.edu
No Copyright - United States
Type
Black-and-white photographs
Physical description
Gelatin silver prints; 8 x 10;
Data Source
Smithsonian Institution Archives
Topic
Fourth of July
Holidays
Clowns
Record ID
siris_arc_397443