Title:
Roller Skaters at the Civic Center, November 1953
Photographer:
Paulu T. Saari
Description:
The old Civic Center was home to roller skating, basketball, archery, etc., as well as dances and other community events, between 1947 and 1977. Located on Water Street, where Harbor View Park is today, the building was originally a City warehouse. During World War II it served as a USO. It was demolished in 1980.
Ketchikan Daily News photo caption (image 2003.2.63.837), 11/9/1953
"Civic-Center Roller Skating Attracts Youngsters
Roller skating at the Civic Center is attracting many youngsters of all ages. Those shown above are a portion of over 50 that enjoyed this activity Saturday afternoon. Weekly schedules are published each Saturday for the following week."
Ketchikan Daily News photo caption (image 2003.2.63.837), 11/9/1953
"Civic-Center Roller Skating Attracts Youngsters
Roller skating at the Civic Center is attracting many youngsters of all ages. Those shown above are a portion of over 50 that enjoyed this activity Saturday afternoon. Weekly schedules are published each Saturday for the following week."
Collection:
Ketchikan Museums: Paulu T. Saari Collection, KM 2003.2.63.837
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Roller Skaters at the Civic Center
Roller Skaters at the Civic Center