Papers, 1910-1984.

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Getz Farm. Papers, 1910-1984.

Title

Papers, 1910-1984.

Resource Link

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/30768464

Abstract

The strength of the collection is a compilation of over two hundred photographs documenting the growth and development of the Getz farm. Also included are newspaper clippings, maps, and a draft copy of Donald Van Reken's book "The Farm That Was a Zoo."

Extent

1 box (0.50 linear ft.)

Holding Repository

Joint Archive of Holland, History Research Center

Information

SNAC Resource ID: 7289615

Joint Archive of Holland, History Research Center

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Getz Farm.

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The Getz (Lakewood) farm began in 1910 when George Getz moved to Holland looking for a place to raise his family. He set up greenhouses, gardens, barns and publically opened his 257 acre estate. In 1933, the animals were sold to the Brookfield Zoo in Chicago. From the description of Papers, 1910-1984. (Joint Archive of Holland, History Research Center). WorldCat record id: 30768464 ...