Archive Fever
Visual essays, photos, and ephemera from youth cultures by blog editor Kelly Rakowski
Jackson Pollack Gets Some Fatherly Advice
February 16, 2012 — by
In 1928, LeRoy Pollack penned a thoughtful note to his sixteen-year-old son, Jackson. That same year, Jackson Pollack was introduced to modern art while studying at Manual Arts High School.
Body Builder
February 15, 2012 — by
In the mid 1900′s Arni and Reg Park were over-indulging in oils and tanning lotions in order to get ready for their next Mr. Universe. Meanwhile, these boys were flexing and squeezing elsewhere, showing off for the camera without a bottle of baby-oil in sight!
RIP: Florence of WWI
February 8, 2012 — by
Florence Green, the world’s last remaining veteran of World War I, died on Tuesday in Norfolk at the age of 110. Florence joined the Women’s Royal Air Force during the summer of 1918 at the age of 17. She worked as a mess steward (waitress) at the Royal Airforce Base in Marham and Narborough. More…
NAACP Youth
January 30, 2012 — by
A biased view of young protesters from the archives of Milwaukee’s police officers, “Milwaukee’s Finest.” These photos are from 1967, featuring activists from Milwaukee’s NAACP Youth Council.
Poster Youth
January 27, 2012 — by
La Raza Community Centre offered a variety of activities and support for local youth of San Diego during the late 70s–early 80s. La Raza Silkscreen Centre taught kids the skills needed to design their own posters. Powerful prints!
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