Mount Vernon’s Historic Photos

Here you will find the Commission’s extensive collection of photographs. Perhaps you are searching for pictures of previous year’s Chalk the Walk festival or wondering what the inside of the old Neff Furniture Store used to look like. Maybe you’re just here to browse. Whatever the reasons, just know that these photos capture the spirit of Mount Vernon.
Helen “Nellie” Shantz Neff
Nellie Shantz Neff was the daughter of Mary Jane Yount Shantz and Martin Luther Shantz. … Read more …
Bishop Homer Stuntz
Homer Stuntz was born in Albion, Pennsylvania on January 29th, 1858. He completed his law … Read more …
Holiday House, 1954-1969
Holiday House, 1954-1969 The Holiday House Restaurant was opened in May 1954 by Dewey & … Read more …
Holiday House Summer Staff-1956
Holiday House Summer Staff-1956 Left to Right: Nadine Krumm, Mary Studt, Leona Freeman, Wiona Lange, … Read more …
Holiday House Servers-1956
Holiday House Servers-1956 Left to Right: Barbara Clements, Doris Light, Gretchen Beckhelm
Holiday House-1950s
Holiday House 6 Mount Vernon residents standing with Governor Leo Hoegh. Left to Right: Roy … Read more …
Holiday House Lantern Room
Holiday House Lantern Room The following appeared in local newspaper in 1960s: Congratulations to winners … Read more …
Edgar Brackett
Edgar Brackett was born on July, 30 1853 in Wilton, New York. He moved to … Read more …