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Helen Ferne Slimp

Brackenridge Park has long been a source of inspiration for artists seeking to capture its natural beauty. Among them, artist Helen Ferne Slimp (1890-1995) stands out for her remarkable ability to bring the Park's charm to life with oils...


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Lt. Col. Harold Reich

Lt. Col. Harold Reich

Lt. Col. Harold Reich, known fondly as “Soupy,” said that Brackenridge Park was his home away from home, particularly in the summers...


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Sarah Joe LeMessurier

Sarah Joe LeMessurier

Sarah Joe LeMessurier in 1938, age 3, is all dressed in Sunday best for a goat cart ride. She said that Depression era families could come to the park for a free outing...


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Gerry Robinson

Gerry Robinson

Gerry Robinson, photo taken in 1938 at Lambert Beach, showing the children's swimming area. He is the younger boy next to his older brother. He lived near Incarnate Word growing up...


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