wnp4.0836

Great Highway

January 1, 1925

looking north from foot of Golden Gate Park. New Beach Chalet at right. No esplanade yet.

Location

1000 Great Highway, 94121

Keywords

Artifact

Date Added: November 15, 2014
Contributor: Courtesy of a Private Collector

Rights

Downloadable: Yes

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