Avalon Bay, Santa Catalina Island, California, USA
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Avalon Bay, Santa Catalina Island, California, USA
Avalon Bay, Santa Catalina Island, California, USA - trippers queue awaiting to depart back on the ferry. Date: circa 1910s
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Media ID 11556887
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Arrival Avalon California Californian Catalina Crowds Departure Queue Queuing
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A bustling scene of anticipation and excitement unfolds in this early 1900s photograph of Avalon Bay on Santa Catalina Island, California, USA. The pristine waters of the bay shimmer in the sunlight as a large crowd gathers on the sandy shore, their eyes fixed on the horizon where a ferry can be seen approaching. Dressed in their Sunday best, the trippers, as they were called, anxiously await their turn to board the vessel that will carry them back to the mainland. The United States flag, proudly displayed at the dock, is a testament to the strong American connection to this idyllic island getaway. The sense of community is palpable as families and friends huddle together, their laughter and chatter filling the air. The children, clad in their finest outfits, dart around the scene, their curiosity piqued by the arrival of the ferry. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, a time when a day trip to Santa Catalina Island was a much-anticipated event. The island, with its crystal-clear waters, picturesque coves, and abundant wildlife, was a popular destination for Californians seeking respite from the hustle and bustle of city life. The queue of eager travelers, their faces filled with excitement and anticipation, is a reminder of the enduring allure of Santa Catalina Island and the memories it has created for generations of visitors. This image, captured in the 1910s, is a treasured piece of history that transports us back in time, inviting us to experience the joy and wonder of a simpler era.
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