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November 18, 2009 – Vintage photos of The Great Smoky Mountains are featured on note cards Mountain scenes from the 1920s – 1950s are available at all Knox County Public Library locations in limited supply In honor of the 75th anniversary of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, a commemorative edition set of note cards are now available for sale at all Knox County Public Library locations. The note cards showcasing black and white photographs from the McClung Historical Collection make the perfect stocking stuffer or hostess gift.
Each set includes ten 5×7 blank note cards and envelopes, featuring one of five outdoor scenic photographs. Pictures include the Alum Cave Bluffs, Laurel Falls, a cabin named Junglebrook which is on the National Register of Historic Places, a view from Mt. LeConte, and a view of snow covered spruce. The pictures are dated from the 1920’s to the 50’s.
Note cards are available for $10 at any library location. Checks can be made payable to the Friends of the Knox County Public Library. Proceeds benefit the Knox County Public Library. Contact any library location for more information. In addition to all Knox County Public Library locations, note cards will also be available at the East Tennessee History Center gift shop. There are a limited number, so act quickly!
For more information, please contact Kay Martin 865-521-7812.
