GOLDEN AGE OF RAILROAD TRAVEL
Destination Yosemite National Park on the Southern Pacific. Circa 1924.
This 1924 travel poster, painted by Philip Little, promotes travel to Yosemite National Park on the Southern Pacific Railroad.
The poster titled Yosemite National Park - Roughing It! Southern Pacific uses vibrant colors and imagery to depict Yosemite in 1924.
Shows two women and man in clearing. One woman is feeding a bear cub, Yosemite Falls appears in background. Roughing it De Luxe, Trail-Riding, Hiking, Fishing and an opportunity to commune with Nature in her grandest Palaces. For excursion fares & train service, ask agent, Southern Pacific."
Founded in 1865, the Southern Pacific Railway played a pivotal role in shaping California’s development. It connected rural towns to major urban centers, allowing farmers and businesses to transport goods more efficiently. The railroad also encouraged the growth of tourism, bringing visitors from all over the country to explore California’s natural beauty, such as Yosemite National Park and the Pacific Coast.
The Southern Pacific Railway used travel posters more than other railroads for advertising. As the 1920s progressed, Southern Pacific management gradually came to the realization that their line's advertising would be more effective if it focused on a single memorable theme … California's romantic appeal.
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