TitleRonald Reagan Visit to Eureka College for the 1955 Homecoming (5)
Inventory Number1955.005
Full CollectionRonald Reagan Collection - Reagan Image Collection - 5x7 Images
Object Description
This black and white photograph was taken as part of the 1955 Eureka College Homecoming festivities. This Homecoming was exceptionally notable due to the visit of Ronald Reagan, who was working as a actor in Hollywood at the time. Reagan is one of Eureka College's most famous alumni as he attended the school between 1928-1932 before going to find success in California.
The photograph shows a large gathering of people mingling at a party, either standing up dancing at the center of the room or sitting or standing at tables along the sides of the room. They are all dressed in fine clothing including evening gowns and suits. Two chandeliers hang from the ceiling and at the front of the room is a stage and curtains where a band is set up. At the present time, it is unknown the purpose of the party beyond that it was held as part of the Homecoming celebration.
Object Date1955
Object StatusCurrent
Object TypePhotographs
Country OriginUnited States
Credit LineEureka College
Full LocationEureka College Archives - Digital Archive
SubjectRonald Reagan, Actor Ronald Reagan, Eureka College Visit, 1955 Homecoming
Inventory Contact NameBouslog, Katelynn - Ronald Reagan Museum - Eureka College