10 15 373 https://history.dentonpl.com/omeka/files/original/16f91d006be8a2b56597db22ddd866c2.jpg 966786b5d63d23c72a35ea6303c22334 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Gale Research Co. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1995-04-18 Title A name given to the resource Replica of the Rosetta Stone Description An account of the resource Museum replica of the Rosetta Stone. It was once made available for customers to check out. It is 34" x 30" x 1" 1/2 and currently hangs on the east wall in the Special Collections Department. The condition is fair, with material missing, along the edges and paint that has rubbed off on the bottom fourth of the object. Subject The topic of the resource Rosetta Stone; Denton Public Library Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Gale Research Company Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Denton Public Library https://history.dentonpl.com/omeka/files/original/52136bc5a38f20d663b7904db62841fa.jpg 3362ba2440e5f377f7bfa64ae50efdda Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Gale Research Company Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1996-04-18 Title A name given to the resource Replica of the Rosetta Stone Description An account of the resource This is a close-up of the Rosetta Stone. Subject The topic of the resource Rosetta Stone; Denton Public Library Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Gale Research Company Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Denton Public Library https://history.dentonpl.com/omeka/files/original/99b74fbb9a91c147b8d44a7515102faa.jpg 2834b3b67102154f1831bcac658225f8 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Gale Research Company Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1996-04-18 Title A name given to the resource Back of the Rosetta Stone replica Description An account of the resource Photo taken of the back side of the replica of the Rosetta Stone. There is a pocket with a barcode and basic catalog information, such as title, author, and date. A letter is taped to the back and explains the history of the Rosetta Stone and what it says on the tablet. Subject The topic of the resource Rosetta Stone; Denton Public Library; Gale Research Company Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Gale Research Company Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Denton Public Library Physical Object An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance. Note that digital representations of, or surrogates for, these objects should use Moving Image, Still Image, Text or one of the other types. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1996-04-18 2022 Title A name given to the resource Replica of the Rosetta Stone Description An account of the resource Museum replica of the Rosetta Stone. It was once made available for customers to check out. It is 34" x 30" x 1" 1/2 and currently hangs on the east wall in the Special Collections Department. The condition is fair, with material missing, along the edges and paint that has rubbed off on the bottom fourth of the object. Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Couture, Leslie Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Gale Research Company Subject The topic of the resource Gale Research Company; Rosetta Stone; Denton Public Library Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Gale Research Company Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Denton Public Library Art Emily Fowler Library museum replicas Rosetta Stone https://history.dentonpl.com/omeka/files/original/294868383a3a38b4d936787572d1cab3.jpg 730beff655a8221a04fa87836d960638 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource McIntyre, Sam Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2000 Title A name given to the resource H. M. S. Mural Description An account of the resource Mural on the east side of H. M. S. Art and Frame Shop by artist Sam McIntyre. The front of the building is painted a bright red. In addition to the mural on the east side, the words 'No Parking' have been stenciled on the white wall. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Mural Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Glover, Julie Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1990-1995 Title A name given to the resource Mural on the side of H. M. S. Art & Frame Shop Description An account of the resource Mural by an unknown artist on the east side of the H. M. S. Art & Frame Shop which was located 1212 W. Mulberry Street. The artist is unknown. Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Couture, Leslie murals; Denton Texas; art; artists; H.M.S. Art & Frame Shop https://history.dentonpl.com/omeka/files/original/97767eb4356035823b089fad57af19dd.jpg 3f00d6a83012bd7de2961c3ca4af4f5f Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Mural on the front of Rick's Place Description An account of the resource This mural on the front of Rick's Place is reminiscent of Keith Haring's 'dance' pop art, with a large speaker and a giant mosh pit of yellow figures. https://history.dentonpl.com/omeka/files/original/193b7fd8a9ff6bbb38761bf00e42bcdb.jpg 8de71a0adcd4e744f06c37180a8be2ed Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource South side mural on Rick's Place Description An account of the resource The mural on the south side of Rick's Place has a large hand drawing various cartoon figures standing on a sidewalk with their shadows on a two-dimensional wall. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Mural Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Glover, Julie Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1994~ Title A name given to the resource Two murals on the front and south side of Rick's Place on Avenue A. Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Couture, Leslie murals; art; artists; Rick's Place; business; Denton Texas; Avenue A https://history.dentonpl.com/omeka/files/original/aa4ce3564f69272a381d2573318c5307.jpg e123beba89ea44b9b4d127aba35b6c8a Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Glover, Julie Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1990-95 Title A name given to the resource Mural on the old Corkscrew building. Description An account of the resource Mural running along the west side of the Corkscrew of a vine, and a tree on the storefront of a business at 118 Fry Street. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Mural Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Glover, Julie Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1990-1995 Title A name given to the resource Mural running along the west side of the Corkscrew of a vine, and a tree on the storefront of a business at 118 Fry Street. Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Couture, Leslie murals; art; artists; Fry Street; Denton Texas; Corkscrew https://history.dentonpl.com/omeka/files/original/e68a84add7e5674477db6435c2e30e07.JPG 57f6186c30c0b4c0348566055b2aff99 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grady, Irene Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2013 Title A name given to the resource Hand-painted mural of the geography and history of Denton County. Description An account of the resource The mural is an enlarged and colored edition of a map created by Sena Mounts Wright and painted by Denton artist Irene Grady. She added the border, illustrating the first cattle brands registered in Denton County. The original map was painted in 1949 and covered the entire wall behind the front desk of the library. A second smaller map was completed for the 1969 renovation of the building. A custom-made fireplace screen was commissioned by local stained glass artisan, Christie Wood, in 2006. Two peacock chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner flank the fireplace; they were given to the library in memory of Luke Wilson by his friends in 1981. Subject The topic of the resource Grady, Irene; Wright, Sena Mounts; maps; murals; Emily Fowler Library; Wood, Christie; stained glass; artists; Wegner, Hans J. peacock chairs; Wilson, Luke Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Wright, Sena Mounts Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Denton Public Library Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Leslie Couture Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Into Modern Times, 1939-Present. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource .jpeg Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grady, Irene Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2013 Title A name given to the resource Hand-painted mural of the geography and history of Denton County. Description An account of the resource The mural is an enlarged and colored edition of a map created by Sena Mounts Wright and painted by Denton artist, Irene Grady. She added the border, illustrating the first cattle brands registered in Denton County. The original map was painted in 1949 and covered the entire wall behind the front desk of the library. A second smaller map was completed for the 1969 renovation of the building. A custom-made fireplace screen was commissioned by local stained glass artisan, Christie Wood, in 2006. Two peacock chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner, flank the fireplace; they were given to the library in memory of Luke Wilson, by his friends in 1981. Language A language of the resource English Subject The topic of the resource Art & Architecture Libraries - Texas - Denton Wright, Sena Mounts Grady, Irene Wegner, Hans J. Wood, Christie Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Wright, Sena Mounts Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Leslie Couture Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Creative Commons Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Denton Public Library Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Into Modern Times, 1939-Present. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource .jpeg Christie Woods Furniture Design Hans J Wegner Libraries - Texas - Denton Murals Painting Sena Mounts Wright Stained Glass https://history.dentonpl.com/omeka/files/original/fd43ca55d505c4d75e25b145ce6b5822.jpg 8aeeaba939593733ce7a96bdafd3bd78 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource History of Denton's Parks Description An account of the resource Collected images from the Denton's Parks: The History Behind the Names exhibit. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource I.N. Griffin Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1957 Title A name given to the resource Holiday Park Subdivision Description An account of the resource Plat map of the Holiday Park Subdivision of the City of Denton. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Engineering Department Records, 1878-2017 (MA 2019.020) Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Denton Municipal Archives https://history.dentonpl.com/omeka/files/original/d36242cdd5d1b024556a7e227cd327cc.jpg fda3949c13104daae8d9bdb600aeedca Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource History of Denton's Parks Description An account of the resource Collected images from the Denton's Parks: The History Behind the Names exhibit. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Isabella Piña-Hinojosa Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2021 Title A name given to the resource Vela's Trophy Sculpture. Description An account of the resource Photograph of the Vela's Trophy Sculpture. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC), Denton Council 4366 Records (DTEX 2024.001), 1964-2003. Denton Municipal Archives, Denton Public Library. https://history.dentonpl.com/omeka/files/original/31170da7b5de587eeb39faa91ea0e08e.jpg 92802e5b2e23d15691ac7df98d30dd26 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource History of Denton's Parks Description An account of the resource Collected images from the Denton's Parks: The History Behind the Names exhibit. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Isabella Piña-Hinojosa Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2021 Title A name given to the resource Dedication of Vela's Trophy Sculpture Description An account of the resource Dedication for the Vela's Trophy Sculpture at G. Roland Vela Soccer Complex. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC), Denton Council 4366 Records (DTEX 2024.001), 1964-2003. Denton Municipal Archives, Denton Public Library. https://history.dentonpl.com/omeka/files/original/11cc90bebbb4b0f3fa42a558571efa02.jpg 0fe5481f2d957ee13979e63429458489 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Jack Zavatsky Title A name given to the resource "The Rose" Description An account of the resource This sculpture of a rose by Jack Zavatsky, was a gift to the library by Dr. George and Peggy Hendricks in memory of their daughter, Helen. It lives at the South Branch Library. Subject The topic of the resource Jack Zavatsky Dr. George Hendricks Peggy Hendricks Helen Hendricks sculptures https://history.dentonpl.com/omeka/files/original/d05dd87f856f532f1e5c0567137812c0.jpg 5b56cfa0f8ebd0b80ecda9bdf6b40e88 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Jack Zavatsky Title A name given to the resource Plaque for sculpture Description An account of the resource Close-up picture of the plaque on the pedestal of "The Rose" sculpture. https://history.dentonpl.com/omeka/files/original/5302f3fe682d19746207a4d655eab0af.jpg 1cd6a58ba3e1f1d14489bb483588966b Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Jack Zavatsny Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1989 Title A name given to the resource Artist name Description An account of the resource Close-up picture of the artist's name, along with a copyright date of 1989, etched into the side of "The Rose" sculpture. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Sculpture Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Jack Zavatsky Title A name given to the resource "The Rose" Description An account of the resource This sculpture of a rose by Jack Zavatsky, was a gift to the library by Dr. George and Peggy Hendricks in memory of their daughter, Helen. It lives at the South Branch Library. Subject The topic of the resource Jack Zavatsky Dr. George Hendricks Peggy Hendricks Helen Hendricks sculptures artists Jack Zavatsky Sculptures https://history.dentonpl.com/omeka/files/original/992cc4c8395e9ede713a568cfa18536a.jpg 87aac1ea0a4c648d5fa3e81fb723a3b5 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Judd, Thomas Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2024-11-01 Title A name given to the resource Photo by Thomas Judd. Description An account of the resource Framed photograph by local photographer Thomas Judd. It hangs in the lower level of the Emily Fowler Library. Subject The topic of the resource Photographs; photographers; Thomas Judd; Emily Fowler Central Library Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Denton Public Library Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Into Modern Times, 1939-Present. Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource .jpeg Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Couture, Leslie https://history.dentonpl.com/omeka/files/original/ca93fca1b4f5b8bd48a8d9bf37ef102e.jpg 29226c77f23ead0b7eb451e6095ce583 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Judd, Thomas Title A name given to the resource Lost Mine View #1 by Thomas Judd Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2018 Description An account of the resource This photograph of Lost Mine View by Thomas Judd was taken in 2018 when it hung in a staff hallway at the Emily Fowler Library. It is currently in a public area. It was donated to the library. Subject The topic of the resource Thomas Judd; photographers; photographs; Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Denton Public Library Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Into Modern Times, 1939-Present. Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource .jpeg Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Couture, Leslie https://history.dentonpl.com/omeka/files/original/c41fb80fae1eb92857d006cf5975531c.jpg 3af00173d7e0a9f3ad965849ff35c3d5 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Judd, Thomas Title A name given to the resource Lost Mine View #2 Description An account of the resource Close-up of the photograph's title, "Lost Mine View," by photographer Thomas Judd. Subject The topic of the resource Photographs; photographers; Thomas Judd Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Denton Public Library Relation A related resource Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Into Modern Times, 1939-Present. Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource .jpeg https://history.dentonpl.com/omeka/files/original/825016682b49c675e591a78b5a43e7d7.jpg f0467962bd43be1c1e24391eb26dfdd5 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Judd, Thomas Title A name given to the resource Lost Mine View #3 Description An account of the resource Signature of the photographer, Thomas Judd, who took this photo in 2002. Subject The topic of the resource photographers; photography; Thomas Judd Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Denton Public Library Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Into Modern Times, 1939-Present. Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource .jpeg Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Couture, Leslie Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Photo Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Judd, Thomas Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2017-2025 Title A name given to the resource Lost Mine View, Big Bend National Park. Description An account of the resource A photograph by Thomas Judd was given to the Emily Fowler Library by Randall S. Boyd in 2017. It currently hangs in an alcove on the east wall of the lower level. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Photograph, framed. Subject The topic of the resource Judd, Thomas photographs Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Denton Public Library Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Couture, Leslie Big Bend photographers photographs Thomas Judd https://history.dentonpl.com/omeka/files/original/1044cfdd9001292c5d80dc7a0c2a7896.jpg b9ea490d423e3086218fd8aa1ea829f5 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Douglas, Laura Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2017 Title A name given to the resource Looking at the west side of the Betty Jane Blazier Memorial Play Wall. Description An account of the resource The City of Denton Parks and Recreation Department built the foundation and the sand enclosure for the memorial. The structure itself was constructed by Alvin Ellis, under the supervision of Mount-Miller Architects. The project had the approval of the Municipal Complex architect O’Neil Ford. The play wall was dedicated in a public ceremony on December 13, 1970.The City of Denton Parks and Recreation Department built the foundation and the sand enclosure for the memorial. The structure itself was constructed by Alvin Ellis, under the supervision of Mount-Miller Architects. The project had the approval of the Municipal Complex architect O’Neil Ford. The play wall was dedicated in a public ceremony on December 13, 1970." ~Laura Douglas, see https://dentonlibrary.wordpress.com/2017/06/14/hidden-history-betty-jane-blazier-memorial-play-wall/ Subject The topic of the resource Betty Jane Blazier Memorial Play Wall; Alvin Ellis; Denton Parks and Recreation Department; Denton Civic Center Park Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Denton Public Library Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Into Modern Times, 1939-Present. Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource .jpeg Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource History of Denton's Parks Description An account of the resource Collected images from the Denton's Parks: The History Behind the Names exhibit. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Laura Douglas Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2017 Title A name given to the resource Betty Jane Blazier Memorial Play Wall Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Description An account of the resource The City of Denton Parks and Recreation Department built the foundation and the sand enclosure for the memorial. The structure itself was constructed by Alvin Ellis, under the supervision of Mount-Miller Architects. The project had the approval of the Municipal Complex architect O’Neil Ford. The play wall was dedicated in a public ceremony on December 13, 1970.The City of Denton Parks and Recreation Department built the foundation and the sand enclosure for the memorial. The structure itself was constructed by Alvin Ellis, under the supervision of Mount-Miller Architects. The project had the approval of the Municipal Complex architect O’Neil Ford. The play wall was dedicated in a public ceremony on December 13, 1970." ~Laura Douglas, see https://dentonlibrary.wordpress.com/2017/06/14/hidden-history-betty-jane-blazier-memorial-play-wall/ Subject The topic of the resource Betty Jane Blazier Memorial Play Wall; Denton Parks and Recreation Department; Denton Civic Center Park; Alvin Ellis Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Denton Public Library Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Into Modern Times, 1939-Present. Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource .jpeg https://history.dentonpl.com/omeka/files/original/7766a89718d065ff7014663a05088106.jpg 752cb4ed8a9f0bb3dbf2bfa7c38a2184 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Unknown library staff Title A name given to the resource Political & Military display in the hall of the Emily Fowler Library Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Denton Public Library Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource ca1982 Description An account of the resource In addition to the exhibit, there are many things going on in this photograph of importance. First of all, this is one of the few photographs that capture the Mexican brick flooring that was in the 1968 addition to the library. It was made by Acme Brick Co. for O'Neil Ford and was called "el Fordo". The wall of chip carvings was made by Lynn Ford, brother of O'Neil Ford and well-known for his woodcarvings and metal work. Subject The topic of the resource Ford, Lynn Mexican brick "el Fordo" woodcarving exhibits Ford, O'Neil Mood, Beaumont Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Into Modern Times, 1939-Present. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Ford, Lynn Novinski, Greg Novinski, Mike Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1968-2023 Title A name given to the resource Works by Lynn Ford Description An account of the resource The Emily Fowler Central Library currently has five chip carvings by Lynn Ford. The pieces were arranged by his niece, Linda Ford Winans, and mounted on suede-covered boards by brothers Greg and Mike Novinski. The Civic Center building has three sets of front doors made by artist Lynn Ford. City Hall has two sets of Lynn Ford doors: one set that was originally located on the east entrance is now on display in the east hall. The other set is the u-bend of the building. There are also ten brass and tin lamps crafted by Lynn and Rodolfo Cabral outside of the city council chambers. "Most of his [Lynn's] work is all about elemental composition using the three basic geometric forms, the circle, the triangle, and the square." ~Lynn Ford: Texas Artist and Craftsman, by Mary Lance. Subject The topic of the resource Ford, Lynn Novinski, Greg Novinski, Mark woodworking doors planters chip carvings basswood City Hall Denton Civic Center Emily Fowler Central Library Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Denton Public Library Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Couture, Leslie Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Political & Military display in the hall of the Emily Fowler Central Library, c1982. Subject The topic of the resource Libraries - Texas - Denton - Emily Fowler Central Description An account of the resource A Political & Military display on exhibit at the Emily Fowler Central Library, c1982. The "Kids Place" can be seen in the background. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Library staff Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Denton Public Library Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource c1982 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Denton Public Library Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource All rights reserved. Please contact the Special Collections Department. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 35mm slide; color Libraries - Texas - Denton - Emily Fowler Central https://history.dentonpl.com/omeka/files/original/1ebe5bed4ccd2d3d48e66cf9e5cc34c6.jpg 0663bb9b08e7d6429a5ec2fe4c507502 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Unknown library staff Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource ca1980 Title A name given to the resource A busy day at the Circulation Desk Description An account of the resource Photo of a line of people surrounding one of the circulation desks. There is a shelving cart stacked full of books. Some people are filling out library cards while others are waiting. A card catalog can be seen in the background. There are Beaumont Mood pendant lights hanging from the dropped ceiling. Subject The topic of the resource Emily Fowler Library; circulation desk; library cards; card catalogs; Mood, Beaumont; light fixtures; pottery; Denton, Texas Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Denton Public Library Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Into Modern Times, 1939-Present. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Mood, Beaumont; Mood, Betty de Jori, Charlene Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1967-present Title A name given to the resource Beaumont Mood and Charlene deJori Pottery Light Fixtures, Planters, and Urns Description An account of the resource <p>In the mid-to-late 1960s, the Denton Municipal Complex was designed by Texas architect O'Neil Ford. He commissioned Beaumont Mood to make pottery lamps, planters, and urns for each building. Beaumont and his wife, Betty, made the light fixtures for the library.</p> <p>The 1981 expansion to the Emily Fowler Library added a split-level floor and a breezeway to the front of the building.<br /><br />In addition to more Beaumont Mood pottery lamps, Ford approached another San Antonio artisan, Charlene de Jori to make exterior lighting for the front of the building.&nbsp;<br /><br /><br /></p> Subject The topic of the resource Denton (Tex.) - Libraries - History Public Libraries - Texas - Denton O'Neil Ford Beaumont Mood Betty Mood Southwestern Art ceramicists pottery lights architects Mid-Century Modern Charlene de Jori Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Denton Public Library Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource All rights reserved. Please contact the Special Collections Department for more information. Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Leslie Couture; Victoria DeCuir Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Into Modern Times, 1939-Present. Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource .jpeg Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Leslie Couture Scripto Transcription A written representation of a document. Beaumont Mood Collection: The Emily Fowler Central Library has the following collection: 8 Globe-shaped hanging lamps, exterior - 7 (two have been shattered and the others are in storage) interior - 1 (display) 13 Pendant lamps, interior - 3 (reddish hue), 10 (white) 10 Low cylinders, interior 4 Ceramic urns - 3 in Emily Fowler and 1 at the South Branch 4 ceramic planters City Hall has the following: 16 Hanging pendant fixtures 10 Exterior flush-mount fixtures 24 Globe pendant fixtures in the Council Chambers The Civic Center has: 9 Hanging pendant fixtures inside 11 Flush-mount pendant lights; 8 are on the exterior of the building; 3 are indoors 13 Globe pendant fixtures; 8 are outdoor and 5 are indoor Senior Center: 7 Flush-mount exterior lamps Charlene de Jori Collection: Emily Fowler Library: 12 flush-mount terracotta with cream band light fixtures. Ten are outside and located under the breezeway; two are inside the library, one on display in the upper level while another is in a cabinet. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource A busy day at the Circulation Desk. Subject The topic of the resource Libraries - Texas - Denton - Emily Fowler Central; Mood, Beaumont Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Library staff Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Denton Public Library Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource c1980 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource All rights reserved. Please contact the Special Collections Department. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 35mm slide, color Libraries - Texas - Denton - Emily Fowler Central https://history.dentonpl.com/omeka/files/original/c1f99841a610fc882b94e57332c21434.jpg f38e3f2117728c0f9dddc55ea76ad2c6 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Unknown library staff Title A name given to the resource Returns desk at the Emily Fowler Library. Description An account of the resource This is a view taken of the returns desk during the 1970s. In the background is a wall of chip carvings by Lynn Ford. Beaumont Mood Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 197x Subject The topic of the resource Emily Fowler Central Library; Ford, Lynn; Mood, Beaumont; art and artists; pottery; wood carving Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Denton Public Library https://history.dentonpl.com/omeka/files/original/d1eb2ff2be74f46772d1f9da32f7229a.jpg 2a0c2e9f002dcc4e97ceb8026cae041c Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource ca1981 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Library Staff Title A name given to the resource View of the Circulation desk Description An account of the resource This is a view of the Circulation desk taken from the ramp looking west. There are ten Beaumont Mood pottery lamps over the area that are still there today. In the background is an exhibit of woven tapestries and other items. Subject The topic of the resource Mood, Beaumont; pottery lamps; light fixtures; Denton Public Library; ramps; artwork Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Denton Public Library Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Couture, Leslie Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Ford, Lynn Novinski, Greg Novinski, Mike Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1968-2023 Title A name given to the resource Works by Lynn Ford Description An account of the resource The Emily Fowler Central Library currently has five chip carvings by Lynn Ford. The pieces were arranged by his niece, Linda Ford Winans, and mounted on suede-covered boards by brothers Greg and Mike Novinski. The Civic Center building has three sets of front doors made by artist Lynn Ford. City Hall has two sets of Lynn Ford doors: one set that was originally located on the east entrance is now on display in the east hall. The other set is the u-bend of the building. There are also ten brass and tin lamps crafted by Lynn and Rodolfo Cabral outside of the city council chambers. "Most of his [Lynn's] work is all about elemental composition using the three basic geometric forms, the circle, the triangle, and the square." ~Lynn Ford: Texas Artist and Craftsman, by Mary Lance. Subject The topic of the resource Ford, Lynn Novinski, Greg Novinski, Mark woodworking doors planters chip carvings basswood City Hall Denton Civic Center Emily Fowler Central Library Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Denton Public Library Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Couture, Leslie Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Photo Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Library Staff Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1970s Title A name given to the resource Two views of the circulation desk at the Emily Fowler Library over time. Description An account of the resource The first photo shows the newly added extension to the Emily Fowler Library which was designed by O'Neil Ford and added in 1969. The second view was taken after the building was expanded in 1980-81 to include an upper level. The pottery lamps were made by Beaumont Mood of San Antonio, Texas. Subject The topic of the resource Emily Fowler Library; Architects; Denton, Texas; Ford, O'Neil; Mood, Beaumont Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Denton Public Library Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Couture, Leslie Architects Architecture Beaumont Mood Emily Fowler Library O'Neil Ford Pottery Lamps https://history.dentonpl.com/omeka/files/original/a8ee5d5ac24d243f3a55136420157208.jpg 3b6afe1817e79341479bf1386c39a3f3 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Lotus-Flower Brand Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1972-1982 Title A name given to the resource Lotus-Flower Abacus Description An account of the resource Abacus made from wood and brass with bamboo rods and wood beads. This was also once allowed for customers to check out. Condition: nicks and dents, repaired break on length of one side. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Denton Public Library Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Couture, Leslie https://history.dentonpl.com/omeka/files/original/4e9c1231380c5375cd2b8d2a5ee26f10.jpg 07ee473588bf90da405e6ed7724c5c2c Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Lot-Flower Brand Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1972-1982 Title A name given to the resource Lotus-Flower Abacus Description An account of the resource This is a photo of the property sticker for the Lotus-Flower Brand on the side of the library abacus. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Denton Public Library Physical Object An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance. Note that digital representations of, or surrogates for, these objects should use Moving Image, Still Image, Text or one of the other types. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Lotus-Flower Brand Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1972-1982 Title A name given to the resource Lotus-Flower Abacus Description An account of the resource Abacus made from wood and brass with bamboo rods and wood beads. This was also once allowed for customers to check out. Condition: nicks and dents, repaired break on length of one side. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Denton Public Library Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Couture, Leslie