This large blue scrapbook, filled to the brim with news clippings, magazine articles, and product endorsements, documents Greg Randolph’s cycling career and his participation in the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta. Randolph, a native of McCall, Idaho, quickly rose to prominence after starting his cycling career in 1993, and was ultimately selected to the 1996 Olympic team to support Lance Armstrong in the road race. Randolph would ultimately place 74th in the race. This album, assembled by … [Read more...] about Greg Randolph Olympics Scrapbook
Greg Randolph Olympics Scrapbook
This large blue scrapbook, filled to the brim with news clippings, magazine articles, and product endorsements, documents Greg Randolph’s cycling career and his participation in the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta. Randolph, a native of McCall, Idaho, quickly rose to prominence after starting his cycling career in 1993, and was ultimately selected to the 1996 Olympic team to support Lance Armstrong in the road race. Randolph would ultimately place 74th in the race. This album, assembled by … [Read more...] about Greg Randolph Olympics Scrapbook
Breyer Horse
This Breyer model of the mare Brentina evokes the lesser known equestrian history of Olympic achievements in Sun Valley—an understated but impressive legacy. The triumphant shades of blue, red, and yellow characterize the bold branding of the well-preserved packaging, and the chestnut Hanoverian model horse is frozen mid-trot against a rich, yellow-gold vignette in the box’s interior. This limited edition model is owned by Adrienne Lyle, a local to Ketchum and accomplished dressage … [Read more...] about Breyer Horse
Breyer Horse
This Breyer model of the mare Brentina evokes the lesser known equestrian history of Olympic achievements in Sun Valley—an understated but impressive legacy. The triumphant shades of blue, red, and yellow characterize the bold branding of the well-preserved packaging, and the chestnut Hanoverian model horse is frozen mid-trot against a rich, yellow-gold vignette in the box’s interior. This limited edition model is owned by Adrienne Lyle, a local to Ketchum and accomplished dressage … [Read more...] about Breyer Horse
A Quintessential Rodeo Moment
Ellie Norman, Wood River Museum Collections Specialist A captivating photo from the Center for Regional History's Historic Photograph Collection showcases a quintessential moment from the 1976 Sun Valley Rodeo, featuring an unidentified cowboy expertly roping a calf. This snapshot, dated July 4th, 1976, serves as a vivid reminder of the rich rodeo traditions that are deeply rooted in Hailey, Idaho. Rodeo has long been a proud tradition in the West, and Hailey's connection to this … [Read more...] about A Quintessential Rodeo Moment
The Great Sun Valley Game Book
Jam-packed with inside jokes and local references, “The Great Sun Valley Game Book” is a fantastic glimpse into the culture of Sun Valley and Ketchum in 1981. Featuring games, illustrations, parody songs, and quotes from novelty t-shirts, few items give such a personal perspective into the atmosphere of Sun Valley at the time. As the book’s creators, Sue Parr and Nicki Lee Foster, write in its introduction, “More than just a place, the valley is a way of life and once you’ve come under the spell … [Read more...] about The Great Sun Valley Game Book
