The Morrison Quarry Located near Morrison, Colo, and named after its founder George Morrison.
Date
1861
Summary
Men pose at the Morrison limestone quarry in Morrison, Jefferson County, Colorado, in aprons, suspenders, and soft hats. Some of the workers hold mallets. Wooden beams and rock slabs are in the foreground; shop buildings are in the background.
Description
1 copy photonegative ; 10 x 13 cm. (4 x 5 in.); 1 photoprint ; 20 x 25 cm. (8 x 10 in.)
Subject
Morrison (Colo.)--19th century; Limestone quarrying--Colorado--Morrison--19th century
Format-Medium
Photograph
Rights Contact Information
Copyright restrictions applying to use or reproduction of this image available from the Western History and Genealogy Dept., Denver Public Library, at photosales@denverlibrary.org.
Reproduction Available for Purchase
Yes (digital reproduction)
Related Material
Image File: ZZR711000277
Notes
Formerly F41342.; Formerly X-11000277; Title penciled on back of photoprint with: "Principal stone used was limestone."; R7110002770
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