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Violin spider sculpture in Memorial Park, 1970. The sculpture was later stolen and never recovered. Gift of Margaret Duran. Sierra Madre Historical Archives.

By Debbie Henderson

The Sierra Madre Historical Archives is actively collecting materials, especially photographs, from the 1950s to the present.

These historical items are greatly needed to complete our local history information. While at a glance more recent materials may not appear to have historical value, it is imperative that we collect materials from the last half century so that we may tell the Sierra Madre story more fully and accurately.

We hope to find materials documenting a variety of Sierra Madre events over the years (Rose Float construction, 4th of July Parade, Easter Egg Hunt, Art Fair, Mt. Wilson Trail Race, Huck Finn Fishing Derby, Aqua Fair at the canyon pool, etc.).

Images of the effects of the Sierra Madre earthquake (June 28, 1991) are also wanted for the collection. Every day Sierra Madre photos from 1950 to the present are also welcome. We are interested in the image of the kids washing the car in the driveway and of them climbing the citrus trees in your back yard.

When you clean out your garage, attic, or closets, and find Sierra Madre stuff, think of the Archives before you toss. If you would like to donate or lend documents, images, or artifacts from this era, please contact Debbie Henderson at the Library at 626.355.7186 or by e-mail at dhenders@sierramadre.lib.ca.us.