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Hancock Park and Rancho La Brea, 1951-1960

 Series
Identifier: 4

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

This collection is composed primarily of correspondence, as well as newspaper clippings, and exhibition schedules. The collection documents the activities of Director of the Los Angeles County Museum, Jean Delacour from 1952-1960 and incldues correspondence regarding Museum publicity, habitat hall construction and collecting expeditions to Alaska, UNESCO, and exhibitions development.

Dates

  • 1951-1960

Extent

From the Collection: 0.83 Linear Feet (2 Full Hollinger Boxes)

Language of Materials

English

Abstract

This series contains materials related to Hancock Park, the George C. Page Museum, and the La Brea Tar Pits.

Repository Details

Part of the The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County Museum Archives Repository

Contact:
900 Exposition Blvd
Los Angeles CA 90007 United States