Burbank Public Library

rememBURBANK

History EN ↓ 28 episodes

rememBURBANK is a podcast featuring stories from the history of Burbank, California and is produced by the Burbank Public Library.

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Burbank Public Library

Episodes

Episode 003: Dr. Coulter's Acts of Gallantry 26.05.2019 11:17

In the book Burbank History a brief mention is made of Dr. F.W. Coulter who went to Buckingham Palace to receive the Distinguished Conduct Medal. What did he do to receive such a prestigious medal, you ask? Listen to the show to find out!

Episdoe 002: The Mystery of the Library Time Capsule 30.04.2019 10:05

In 1986 a time capsule was discovered in an office closet at the Burbank Central Library. The copper box had been unearthed when the old library was demolished in the early 1960s, but rather than being opened it was stored in a closet and forgotten for nearly a quarter of a century. What was found inside when it was finally opened you ask? Listen to find out!

Episode 001: The President Goes to the Prom 03.04.2019 9:11

In 1963 President John F. Kennedy attended the John Burroughs High School prom. Why would a sitting President of the United States attend a high school dance, you ask? Listen to find out! For full shownotes, including photos of the President at the prom, visit the episode page at burbankinfocus.org/rememBURBANK/episode001