Performers dance at the "American Merry-Go Round" festival on Sunday, June 10, 1951, at the IISF. The performers dance in two circles with hands interlocked. They wear traditional European folk costumes.
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1951
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
A young girl walks down a staircase, which is decorated with holiday garlands. Following the Scandnavian tradition of St. Lucy's Day, the girl wears a wreath of seven candles on her head and carries a platter with food and drink. She is surrounded by men and women singing, some in traditional costumes, others in modern dress.
Creator:
Studio A
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
A young Japanese-American girl stands by her booth at the IISF's "American-Merry-Go-Round" festival, June 1951. She wears a kimono. The booth's exhibit features an elaborate miniature Japanese court/palace scene. In the interior of the palace there are small dolls dressed in the regalia of Japanese royalty. In front of the palace, there are seve...
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1951
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
Four Chinese-American teenagers, members of the Chinese Youth Group, dressed in a combination of modern outfits and "Pilgrim" style hats. They are performing "The Year of the Chinese Mayflower!" A banner has the words "Mayflower" printed in both English and in Chinese.
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1967
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
Two women and a young child, wearing festive outfits, stand behind a table at the International Institute Membership Christmas Party, December 16, 1956. Dishes of food are displayed on the table, and a variety of holiday decorations hang on the wall. Directly above the child's head there is a small sign with the word "Philippines." There are sev...
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1956
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
Couples dancing at the IISF's Newcomers' Party, July 1949. At the center of the picture, a man and a woman wearing traditional ethnic costumes (possibly Mediterranean origin) clasp hands and stand side-by-side. Other couples surround them. An audience watches from the background.
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1949
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
Group of women and one man around table, at an English language class, International Institute of San Francisco, April 1968. One of their books is entitled "Practicing American English."
Creator:
Wright, Gene
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1968
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
Miss Peto (standing) teaches an English class to a group of men and women at the International Institute of San Francisco, 1958. The men and women are seated, while Miss Peto reads aloud from a book entitled "My Little Golden Dictionary," a children's book.
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1958
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
A group of women attend an English language class held by the IISF. The women, of varying ethnicities and ages, sit at a table as they listen to the teacher, who is standing at the head of the table. There are papers and books in front of the teacher, including a pamphlet with the title "Common Usage Dictionary."
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1966
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
A farewell party sponsored by the International Institute's "Worldling Club" for Tom Brigham, August 1953. Twenty-seven men and women are seated at a large banquet table; all are facing the camera. Clockwise from extreme left: Robert Riley, Anna Maniscalco, Lasha Kirkpatrick, Morgan Yamanaka (staff worker), Carol Gates, Valentine Matkovsky, Tom ...
Creator:
Gan, Chester
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1953
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
Eight female supporters and staff members of the IISF, pose for a photograph in 1946 at the International Festival on Washington Street. Two women wear traditional ethnic costumes. Women whose names are identified: second from left, Dr. Layman. Fourth from right: Annie Clo Watson, Executive Director (wearing a corsage). Third from right: Mari Fe...
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1946
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
A group of men, women, and children from the Indochinese Resettlement Program pose for the camera in front of the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco. The term Indochinese may include references to Vietnamese, Cambodian and Laotian ethnic groups.
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1979
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
Men and women from the Indochinese Resettlement Program eating at a picnic in Golden Gate Park, September 1979. The term Indochinese may include references to Vietnamese, Cambodian and Laotian ethnic groups.
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1979
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
Four couples dance together at the IISF's Newcomers' Party, July 1949. One woman wears a checked/gingham dress and bonnet, and her partner wears a matching shirt and tie. Another woman wears an elaborate skirt/blouse with a floral pattern. In the background, an audience watches them dance.
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1949
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
The "Chuck-Wagon" booth at the IISF's American Merry-Go-Round Festival, June 1951. The people staffing the booth sell "American" food, including Western Barbecued Hamburgers for 30 cents; American Hot-Dogs for 20 cents; cokes and soda for 10 cents. A poster in the back of the left booth displays a cowboy with a gun; another poster on the front o...
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1951
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
Three young women and two young men dressed in evening clothes, each stand behind a selection of traditional ethnic foods for sale. Some of the group wear ribbons labeled "Food Committee" and "Greeter." Foods for sale include: "Dulce de Coco," Japanese "Yo-Kan," and Japanese "Omanju."
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1950 - 1959
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
Four young people stand behind a banquet table that holds plates of traditional ethnic foods for sale. The foods include, L to R, "Cubiertos de Calabasa (pumpkin) and Camote (sweet pepper)," "Mexican Tostadas," "American Hot Dogs," "Danish Friccadillas, and "Chinese Cookies."
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1950 - 1959
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
Members of the "Folklorique Francais" perform French folk dances at the "January Drop-In Party," at the International Institute of San Francisco, January 13, 1956.
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1956
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
Two women pose at the German booth at the IISF's "American Merry-Go-Round" festival, June 1951. The women hold open a picture book; the walls around them are decorated with German posters, photographs, and a small Christmas tree decorated with ornaments.
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1951
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
Four young girls in elaborate ethnic costumes perform onstage for a group of children at an International Institute of San Francisco party, January 8, 1956.
Creator:
Jarrett, S. William
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1956
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
A woman wearing an apron lights candles at the International Institute of San Francisco's "Gourmet Gala." The table is decorated with platters of traditional foods from different countries.
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1970 - 1979
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
Na Hawaii O Kaleponi' (The Hawaiians of California), led by Mrs. Leimaala Alesma. A group of young women and men in traditional Hawaiian dress dance in front of a crowd at 'Hawaiian Night' at the IISF, October 25, 1968.
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1968
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
A scene from the IISF's Newcomers' Party, July, 1949. A pinata hangs from the ceiling as a blindfolded child at the center of the picture tries to break it open. A large crowd of children and adults look on.
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1949
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
N.G. Pinedo (left), John W. Acosta (center), both of the International Longshore and Warehouse Union, offer their support to Tomas Garcia (right) of the International Institute. Garcia, who previously directed YMCA camps for Mexican boys, organizes projects to help and entertain boys and girls of the San Francisco Mission Area.
Creator:
Stewart and Skelton Studios
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1950 - 1959
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
"Santa Claus" entertains children and adults associated with the Indochinese Childcare Project at the International Institute of San Francisco, December 1980. The term Indochinese may include references to Vietnamese, Cambodian and Laotian ethnic groups.
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1980
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
Four members of the Indochinese Resettlement Program, sponsored by the IISF, at a gathering. One man plays the guitar, while two men and a woman sing along. The term Indochinese may include references to Vietnamese, Cambodian and Laotian ethnic groups.
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1979
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
Members of the Indonesian Association pose for a group photograph on August 17, 1950. The photo is dedicated to the International Institute on the 5th Anniversary of the Indonesian Republic. Many of the people in the photo are dressed in traditional ethnic costumes. An American flag and an Indonesian flag hang on the wall above the group, and be...
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1950
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
Mary Thompson and Eric Robertson, Vice President of the International Institute of San Francisco, dance together at the "Worldings Club Sadie Hawkins Day Dance," February 11, 1956. The Worldings Club meets bimonthly and attracts young adults from "almost every country in the world."
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1956
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
A large gathering of women and children of various nationalities stand outside at an International Women's Luncheon Club event; a "Burmese lunch" was featured.
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1956
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
Young Japanese-American girl wearing a kimono sits with her parents, in modern dress, at the Japanese-American Family Club Sukyaki Supper, February 19, 1959. A map of the world hangs in the background.
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1959
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
Two Japanese women in kimonos sit on opposite ends of a table laden with objects related to Japan (dolls, flower arrangements, etc). Traditional Japanese art prints of bamboo and mountains hang on the walls as part of an exhibit called "Come and See Day."
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
Seven Japanese-American women prepare to perform in the courtyard at the "American Merry-Go Round" festival, held by the IISF in June 1951. The women wear traditional Japanese kimonos and each of them holds a fan. An audience watches from the background. There is a food stand behind the women, with a sign indicating "Cokes, 10 cents, Ice Cold So...
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1951
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
A meeting of the Mandarin Society on May 19, 1968. Chinese-American men and women sit at a banquet table listening to a speaker at the front of the room. Behind the speaker hangs a large red banner with "Mandarin Society" written in both English and Chinese in large gold letters. An American flag and an unknown flag (two horizontal blocks of nav...
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1968
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
A young child and an adult of Asian ethnicity meet Santa Claus at a party sponsored by the IISF. Santa Claus looks down at a list of names while the child and adult look on.
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1970 - 1979
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
Mrs. Georgia T. Bardizian, IISF caseworker, talks with Andrew Tseng, originally from China. The text of the photo caption reads: Andrew Tseng, owner and operator of the Crestview Garage and Service Station, graduated from the University of Detroit (B.S.) and the University of Michigan (M.S.) as a civil engineer. He has traveled in Europe as well...
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1950 - 1959
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
Mayor George Christopher speaks at an IISF membership meeting on September 13, 1957. Mayor Christopher stands on a stage in front of an audience, with a large group of IISF members seated behind him at a table.
Creator:
Eugenio, L.
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1957
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
A boy and a girl in the Mexican booth at the IISF's "American Merry-Go-Round" Festival, June 1951. Both the boy and the girl wear traditional Mexican ethnic costumes. The walls and floor of the booth are lavishly decorated with Mexican blankets, clothing, dolls, pottery, and musical instruments (maracas hang from the wall behind the girl). A mag...
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1951
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
Cristina Olsen, seated on a stage decorated with a variety of world flags, sings and plays traditional songs from Scotland on her guitar for the IISF's Nationality Night, May 26, 1967.
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1967
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
Two women dressed in traditional Greek and Mexican ethnic costumes. This photograph is entitled "The Nationality Tradition, 1918-1930," and was used by a newspaper (unidentified).
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1920 - 1929
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
Three women sit at a table at the New Arrivals' Party for the International Institute of San Francisco, April 1968. The table is decorated with a small icon of a saint (St. Jude), and a Spanish-language brochure on the table reads: Sociedad de 'San Judas Tadeo,' Para Senoras Catolicas Separadas Divorciadas o Viudas. "Judeanas de Mision. " [Socie...
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1968
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
Three women talk with each other at the Mission New Arrivals' Party, April 1968. They are seated at a table with several Spanish/English brochures and posters. One large poster reads: "Centro de Salud, no. 1." [Health Center.] The poster has a small map of area streets ['calles'], with additional notes about how to find Salud Mental, Salud Denta...
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1968
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
A man and woman sit at a table with Spanish-language brochures at the Institute's "New Arrivals Party" in April, 1968. The title of one of the pamphlets is: "Bienvenidos a San Francisco: Informaciones Utilies Sobre la Ciudad y sus Agencias." [Welcome to San Francisco: Useful Information about the City and Its Agencies.] The other pamphlet is ent...
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1968
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
A group of actors stage the Norwegian play "Home-Longing," written by the Drama Workshop in October 1957.The stage is decorated with Scandinavian floral motifs. Actors listed: Armand Lejeune, Virginia Conway, Dorothy Marion, Irmgard Funke, Eugene Frank, Mollie Shiman, Leo Piper, Miraleah Halperin.
Creator:
Studio A
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1957
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
Participants in the International Institute's "Worldings Inauguration Party," April 1955, stand against wall. L to R: Barbara Harvie (U.S.A.), Luc Carette (Canadian), Morgan Yamanaka (Staff Worker), Philip Sigmund, Mary Thompson, Frances Muir, Eric Robertson, Vice President International Institute of San Francisco.
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1955
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
A large group of men and women of multiple nationalities, many in military uniform, stand at the foot of a staircase at the International Institute of San Francisco during a party. A Japanese-American woman wearing a kimono stands at the center of the photograph.
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1944
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
Seven performers onstage at "China Night," June 8, 1968. The performers are reading or singing aloud to an audience. A banner hangs behind the performers; the words "China Night" are printed in both Chinese and English. A piano is also onstage. Part of a series of "China Night" photographs.
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1968
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
Six women seated in the foreground wear Japanese-style kimonos, Executive Director Annie Clo Watson is at the far right; a large group of Japanese American women in contemporary dress stand behind them, some holding babies in their arms. The women are members of Marumi-Kai, the Perfect Circle Club for Japanese War Brides.
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1953
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
Five women of various ethnicities prepare food in a kitchen, possibly for the International Institute's "Gourmet Gala." The back wall is decorated with pictures of various foods. In the foreground there is a cannister with the label "American Convenience Products."
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1970 - 1979
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
The President of the International Institute's Board of Directors, Dr. Harry Weinstein, stands with Helen Louise Weinstein at the Institute's "Around the World in 80 Years" party.
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1990
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
Mrs. Uddenburg, Victor Mohtes, and Virginia Conway rehearse for the play "New Dawn," June 15, 1956. Virginia Conway holds a script as Mrs. Uddenberg and Victor Mohtes look on.
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1956
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
A scene from the play "Flees and Figs," given at the IISF's Drop-In Party on September 10, 1954. The cast, from L to R: John Lee, Donald Tong, Bede Palabay, Remi Gray.
Creator:
Studio A
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1954
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
A group of performers, many dressed in traditional Eastern European clothing, stand on the stairs at the IISF and sing. One woman plays an accordian, while others sing aloud from books with "Christmas" written on the cover. A poster for the United Nations hangs on the wall.
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1950 - 1959
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
A lively gathering at the Institute's Spring Membership party. Men and women of various nationalities, some in ethnic costumes, talk with each other in a crowded room.
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1956
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
A group of men and women, some in traditional ethnic costumes, sit on chairs at a spring membership party for the International Institute of San Francisco, April 7, 1956.
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1956
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
Four IISF staff members talk with each other at a Spring Membership Party on April 7, 1956. From L to R: Jean Bolton, Georgette Guinasso, Morgan Yamanaka, Gerda Hernandez. Gerda Hernandez wears a traditional ethnic dress. Georgette Guinasso was born in Romania and became an American citizen in 1935. She volunteered with the IISF, and specialized...
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1956
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
A group of IISF staff members at a spring membership party, April 7, 1956. From L to R: Peter Sandi, unidentified man, Huna (?) Maniscales (?) talking with Iris Podea, Morgan Yamanaka (with his back to the camera).
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1956
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
Three staff members of the International Institute of San Francisco at its "Around the World in 80 Years" party, April 3, 1990. L to R: Shari Cruhlac, Staff Attorney; Llorette Tamayo, Immigration Casework Supervisor; unidentified woman.
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1990
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
Phyllis Silva, Immigration Caseworker, and Roberto Lima stand with two young children and other adults at the Institute's "Around the World in 80 Years" party. The wall behind them is decorated with various world flags, including (L to R): Sweden, Japan, Switzerland, Germany (directly behind Silva) and Canada.
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1990
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
The Swiss Singing Society performs for a crowd at Swiss Nationality Night, April 28, 1967. Women and men are dressed in brightly colored Swiss folk costumes.
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1967
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
Two men of Asian ethnicity siting at a desk. One man is talking on the phone, while the other man rests his chin on his right hand. He holds a pile of papers in his lap.
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
A family of recent immigrants from Asia seated at a table decorated for the International Institute's Thanksgiving Day celebration, 1967. Children and adults eat traditional Thanksgiving Day fare.
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1967
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
Three Japanese-American women, one wearing a kimono and the others in modern dress, stand at a stove preparing dinner for the Japanese-American Family Club Sukyaki Supper, February 19, 1959.
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1959
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
Two young women play guitars for a group of people at the "New Arrivals Party," January 16, 1959. The Institute puts on "New Arrivals" parties each month to help introduce recent immigrants to each other, practice their English with Institute staff, and enjoy musical entertainment.
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1959
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
Three Vietnamese children, dressed in red and white costumes and hats, stand with an adult woman, also dressed in elaborate red silk outfit, at a Vietnamese social gathering sponsored by the International Institute of San Francisco. The young boy in the middle wears a "Santa Claus" beard with his costume.
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1970 - 1979
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
South Asian families wait in line with their children at a gathering sponsored by the IISF. The ceiling is decorated with streamers, and a large group of young children sit in chairs in the background.
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1960 - 1969
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
A well-dressed woman with a flower in her hair stands at the foot of the IISF's staircase, playing the accordian for the Newcomers' Party in 1949. Several people look on, and to the left of the woman a man stands at a microphone reading from a card.
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1949
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
An older Russian woman, wearing a scarf over her head, stands at a display of Russian dolls at the IISF's "American Merry-Go-Round" Festival, June 1951. She holds one doll, dressed in a 19th century era costume, in her hand.
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1951
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
Staff members of the International Institute of San Francisco at a "Wordlings Club Inaugural Ball," April 14, 1956. The staff, in semi-formal dress, stand arm-in-arm around a table with a cake on it. L to R: Eric Robertson, Vice President of the International Institute of San Francisco, Phil Sigmund, John Lee, Vera Lassberg, Paul Rivero, Berta S...
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1956
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
Five members of the IISF's 'Worldlings Club' relax on a riverfront beach at the 'Worldlings Club Outing' to the Asti Winery and Russian River on June 24, 1956. From L to R: Jacqueline Quedenet (with back to camera), Bob Fischer, George Gerard, Vera Lassberg, Hank Fischer, Marion Pike. George Gerard plays the accordian, while the others sit or st...
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1956
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.
Men and women of the International Institute's "Worldlings Club" dance in a crowded room in 1954. The ceiling is decorated with paper streamers, and a small band plays music in the far left background.
Creator:
Studio A
Contributor:
International Institute of San Francisco
Created:
1954
Contributed By:
University of Minnesota Libraries, Immigration History Research Center Archives.