Liam Guthrie, Regional History Librarian As the weather warms and ski season comes to an end, I’m sure many can relate to this group of skiers, donned in short sleeves and straw hats, chasing the last of the spring snow high in the mountains. This photo is from the personal scrapbook of Jerry Norling, a publicist and noted “popular young rogue” working for Sun Valley in the 1950s. The album features many photos from this particular trip up into the Boulder Mountains, taken by Norling … [Read more...] about Springtime in Sun Valley
Exploring Basque Heritage: The Zahato Bag
Step into the rich tapestry of Basque culture with our zahato Bag, a testament to tradition and heritage. Crafted from tanned and close-cropped goatskin, this bag serves as a distinctive Basque variant of the Spanish bota bag. Beyond its practical use for carrying wine, it stands as a symbol of Basque craftsmanship and identity. Adorned with a vibrant painted illustration, our zahato Bag depicts a bullfighter in action, waving a red cape at a bucking bull. This imagery not only reflects the … [Read more...] about Exploring Basque Heritage: The Zahato Bag
Exploring Basque Heritage: The Zahato Bag
Step into the rich tapestry of Basque culture with our zahato Bag, a testament to tradition and heritage. Crafted from tanned and close-cropped goatskin, this bag serves as a distinctive Basque variant of the Spanish bota bag. Beyond its practical use for carrying wine, it stands as a symbol of Basque craftsmanship and identity. Adorned with a vibrant painted illustration, our zahato Bag depicts a bullfighter in action, waving a red cape at a bucking bull. This imagery not only reflects the … [Read more...] about Exploring Basque Heritage: The Zahato Bag
The 1910 Ketchum Women’s Baseball Team
By Brigid Miller, Museum Community Engagement Manager In the US, the month of March is celebrated as Women’s History Month, and International Women’s Day is recognized on the 8th of March this year. The Wood River Valley has been shaped by incredible women past and present, and in this feature, I wanted to highlight a group of women from our collection. Also occurring in March is the start of baseball season, from the MLB to little leagues across the country. Pictured here is the … [Read more...] about The 1910 Ketchum Women’s Baseball Team
Gretchen Fraser, Oregon State Horse Show, 1956
Throughout sports history, certain figures emerge not only as masters of their primary discipline but also as exemplars of versatility. Among them stands Gretchen Fraser, renowned for her trailblazing feats in alpine skiing. However, it is a lesser-known facet of her athletic ability that we celebrate today, captured in this moment at the Oregon State Horse Show of September 1956. The photograph shows Fraser in a departure from her customary alpine domain, astride her trusted companion … [Read more...] about Gretchen Fraser, Oregon State Horse Show, 1956
Gretchen Fraser, Oregon State Horse Show, 1956
Throughout sports history, certain figures emerge not only as masters of their primary discipline but also as exemplars of versatility. Among them stands Gretchen Fraser, renowned for her trailblazing feats in alpine skiing. However, it is a lesser-known facet of her athletic ability that we celebrate today, captured in this moment at the Oregon State Horse Show of September 1956. The photograph shows Fraser in a departure from her customary alpine domain, astride her trusted companion … [Read more...] about Gretchen Fraser, Oregon State Horse Show, 1956
