People posing around reception table, Main Visitor Center, circa 1965Everglades National Park; National Park ServiceClose up view of people posed for photograph around reception table; mural painted by muralist Bernard P. Thomas (1918-1994) from Sheridan Wyoming; "Supt. Allin, 3rd from left; Dedication of mural in Visitor Center".
Path to Shark Valley TowerEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceView from path of Shark Valley tower and ramp; "Groups of visitors are led by park personnel on 1/2 hour trips; at 1/2 hour intervals from 9:30 to 3:30 p.m. around tower".
Two men standing behind a fire pitEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceOut of focus, close up view of two men standing behind a fire pit; "Man with glasses on : Daniel Beard, first Park Supt. ENP served 9 years 1947- 1956" Locality: Photo Source: Carey-Swain Inc. Keywords: Park Employees.
Royal palms rising over treesEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceDistant view of royal palms rising over other trees, wildflowers and grasses in foreground; "Native Royal Palms in Royal Palm State Park, Fla. These palms are native to South Florida only. The botanical name is roystonea floridana".
Man and woman sitting in front of a tent, Flamingo, circa 1965Everglades National Park; National Park ServiceClose up view of a man and woman sitting in front of a tent, the woman is reading and the man is holding a fishing rod, another tent is in background; "Flamingo Campsite".
Firemen demonstrating functions of truck to people in bleachers, October 8 1964Everglades National Park; National Park ServiceView of firemen demonstrating functions of truck to people in bleachers; Fire Rescue Demonstration; "Salvage 1, fully equipped salvage unit carrying salvage covers, smoke ejectors, lights, generator, and water pick-up equipment." Photo Source: Metro Dade Public Safety Division
Fish on cleaning table and men with knives cleaning fish, Flamingo, circa 1965Everglades National Park; National Park ServiceClose up view of fish on cleaning table and men with knives cleaning fish; "A typical days catch on one of the fishing tables"; also a longer caption about the joys of fishing at Flamingo.
Building on stilts on beach, October 1961Everglades National Park; National Park ServiceView of building on stilts on beach, two men on balcony, cars in background; "Rear view of one of three identical employee residences constructed in Everglades, Florida. Houses on wood piles with floors above high water level for hurricane protection."
Automobile on flooded roadEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceNote reads: SHARK VALLEY LOOP ROAD - Is in very poor condition due to high water levels which flood the area during the summer months. These holes and other washed-out areas along the road are presently causing an unusually rough ride for visitors on the Shark Valley Tram. Additionally funds are needed to adequately surface this road to reduce the excessively [high] maintenance cost, and to meet standards for an enjoyable interpretive tour along this road." PICTURE 4: The 14 mile loop road leading to the observation and fire tower is flooded during summer rainy season.
Aerial view of Shark RiverEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceAerial of Shark River. Caption reads: "ROOTS OF LIFE. Like roots of great tree, the Shark River in the Everglades reaches into the marshes for life giving water. Draught and reclamation projects to the north tend to upset this delicate natural habitat for world famous wildlife in Everglades National Park."
Eight men in long boat with guns, circa 1900Everglades National Park; National Park ServiceView of eight men in long boat, most with rifles, one standing with pistol, one man in bow has fishing rod; Early 1900's Locality: Photo Source: Keywords: Fishing; Hunting. neg =1/print =1. NOTE: COPY NEGATIVE -Location of Original Negative Unknown as of Oct. 2006.
Man in army uniform with womanEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceView of a man in army uniform and woman in dress standing in front of semi-permanent tents; circa 1930's; "Our wedding picture; Lt. and Mrs C. W. Wetzel"; "Seeing as how you sent one to us, here is one for you".
Visitors walking around far side of lake, Royal Palm Visitor Center, circa 1970Everglades National Park; National Park ServiceDistant view of visitors walking around far side of lake in front of the Royal Palm Visitor Center; "The Royal Palm V.C. provides a place where visitors can observe wildlife in its natural environment". Polyester Copy Negative.
Men and women in civilian clothes wet to knees posing after swamp trip, circa 1972Everglades National Park; National Park ServiceGroup photo of men and women in civilian clothes wet to knees; 1972-73 season; "Just back from swamp tramp". On back of photo, caption reads: "Kneeling: Nancy Shives, T. Seidenkranz, [Unknown], S. Dayhoff, 04. Left to Right: [Unknown], Bob Kramer, [Unknown], Mary Ann Ogden, Steve Sandell, [Unknown], Jim Shives, Bruce McHenryn (a.C.N.) Dick Rasp, [Unknown, Unknown,] Cynthia McHugh, P.Elliott, [Unknown, Unknown, Unknown], Art Cloutier." Additional handwritten note reads: "Just back from a swamp trip."
Turner River with Spanish Moss on trees and wading birds, Turner River, May 11 1939Everglades National Park; National Park ServiceClose up view of Turner River with Spanish Moss on trees and wading birds; 11 May 1939; "View looking South from bridge over Turner River on Tamiami Trail" Location: Turner River. Additional caption reads: THE TURNER RIVER, FLOWING THROUGH A TROPIC, JUNGLE FAIRYLAND." Additional date 2-9-44.