Race participants, 1916

Negative no.A820. August 12, 1916. Image depicts five male runners participating in a race, most likely as part of a "Field Day" organized by the Draper Company for Draper Company employees. It is unknown which race it is, but the men are charging forward. A crowd of spectators watches from the side of the course on the left; note the number of parasols being held by some women. Founders of the Draper Company, brothers George and Ebenezer were responsible for creating an integrated, planned community with innovative employee housing and recreational spaces and company events, in addition to employment. 5 x 7 in. See Collection 6612 P, Box 5, Folder 2, Item 820 for print of this negative.