A large black bear stands on a dirt path near a rustic wooden barn and leafless trees. The setting is rural and calm, creating an intriguing contrast.

William Edward Hook Glass Negative Collection

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Utah Department of Cultural and Community Engagement

This collection consists of 84 scans of 4×5 glass plate negatives taken between 1878 and 1882 by photographer William Edward Hook. The photos include scenes of buildings, life, people, railroads, and scenic vistas of the Salt Lake area and Utah.