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Negroes at Spa Beach, June 5, 1958

 Item — Folder: 1

Scope and Contents

Six African-Americans are leaving the entrance of Spa Beach, a public beach area in St. Petersburg that was for Whites only. A large sign with the word "SPA" is above the entrance. Signs advertising the amenities of the beach hang on either side of the entrance. To the left of the entrance stands a dark-skinned man (likely not African-American) with a towel on his knee and arms crossed.

Dates

  • Creation: June 5, 1958

Conditions Governing Access

The collection is open for research use.

Extent

From the Collection: 0.1 Linear Feet (1 folder)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the Stephen O. Murray and Keelung Hong Special Collections Repository

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