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Stores and community center in model lumber company town, Gilchrist, Oregon, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Stores and community center in model lumber company town, Gilchrist, Oregon, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Stores and community center in model lumber company town, Gilchrist, Oregon
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This photograph, taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in 1939, transports us back to the heart of Gilchrist, Oregon - a model lumber company town that thrived during the challenging era of the Great Depression. The image showcases a bustling scene filled with stores and a community center, serving as vital lifelines for this self-contained community. Lange's keen eye captures the architectural beauty of these buildings against the backdrop of economic hardship. The simplicity and elegance of their design stand as a testament to American resilience during difficult times. As we gaze upon this still image frozen in time, we can almost hear the echoes of footsteps on wooden planks and feel the sense of camaraderie within these walls. The photo not only documents an important piece of American history but also highlights Lange's exceptional ability to capture raw emotions through her lens. It serves as a reminder that even amidst adversity, communities come together to support one another. Stored within the archives at Congressional Library's Heritage Art collection, this powerful photograph is part of Lange's larger body of work commissioned by Farm Security Administration (FSA) and Office of War Information (OWI). Through her lens, she immortalized moments that would otherwise be forgotten or overlooked. As we reflect on this remarkable image today, it prompts us to appreciate our own communities and recognize their significance in shaping our lives.
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