"Fish limit" sign, , undated
Scope and Contents of the Collection
The collection focuses on Felsch's appreciation for the United States National Parks and Western Americana ephemera. A majority of the collection consists of books, brochures, pamphlets, periodicals and other printed matter by and about state and national forests, historical sites, memorials, monuments, parks, recreational areas and wildlife refuges in the United States, its territories, and Canada. Artwork, photographs, ephemera and memorabilia which focus on these areas of interest are also included. Ephemeral items include decals, postage stamps, a scrapbook of postcards and a card game from Yellowstone. Memorabilia includes commemorative coins and wooden signs. Lastly, Felsch's personal notes, in the form of spiral-bound notebooks and 3 x 5 inch index card files, are also included in the collection.
Dates
- Creation: undated
Creator
- From the Collection: Felsch, Fred (Collector, Person)
Access
This collection is open for research.
Extent
From the Collection: 9 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Note
This 15 x 17.5 x 1 inch park sign is from an unknown national park. The sign reads, "5 Fish Limit Open Season May 30-Oct. 31."
Repository Details
Part of the 01 - Special Collections & Archives, The Claremont Colleges Library Repository
800 North Dartmouth Ave
Claremont CA 91711 United States
Email: specialcollections@claremont.edu