Presents photographs of the American West including mountains, railroads, and mining towns made during the late nineteenth century by photographer William Henry Jackson (1843-1942). Reenacts demonstrations of glass-plate photography, developing, and solar printing. Narrated by actor Burgess Meredith.
TRC audience:
High School (9-12)
College/Adult
Middle School (6-8)
TRC subject:
Late Nineteenth Century (1866-1899)
Multicultural Topics
Photography
Art of the West
Artist Biography
Science
Early Twentieth Century (1900-1945)
TRC format:
Audio-Visual