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File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to the history of Prince George from 1950-1959. Includes the following clipped articles from the Prince George Citizen newspaper: "Mid-century optimism buoyed Prince George's business prospects" (May 2008); "The simple life - 1950s style" (Apr. 2007); "Prince George's firsts in the '50s" (June 2004); "Here's a look at our town in the early 1950s" (Sept. 1987); "1952 - An eventful year for Prince George citizens" (Mar. 2003); and "Bennett's two river policy helped develop the North" (22 July 2000).

File consists of newspaper clippings relating to the history of Prince George from 1940-1949. Includes the following clipped articles from the Prince George Citizen newspaper: "Domestic life far from the front in wartime" (Mar. 2007); "City life in the fall of 1940" (Feb. 2007); "Into the 1940s"; "Torn from the headlines, Prince George residents usher in first half of 1943" (2006); "Aspects of life in 1940s Prince George" (Mar. 2005); and "Ringing in the New Year in 1940" (Dec. 2004).

File consists of notes and clippings relating to the history of Prince George from 1930-1939. Includes the following clipped articles from the Prince George Citizen newspaper: "City council coped with requests for additional relief during Depression" (Nov. 2008); "Means to correct a wounded economy debated in 1933" (Apr. 2007); "City's development continued through Depression-era" (June 2003); and "Depression years weren't pretty ones for most living in P.G". (June 2004).

File consists of newspaper clippings and notes relating to the history of Prince George from 1920-1929. Includes the following clipped articles from the Prince George Citizen newspaper: "In 1920s, Prince George was marketed as a dynamic growing city" (Dec. 2008); "Board of Trade report indicates city economy was on upswing in 1929" (May 2008); "City had a solid professional roster in 1921" (2007); "Rosy prospects seen for our city in 1920" (2006); "City had rowdy political meetings in 1920" (2003); and "1921: Prince George touted as the 'Future Hub of B.C.'" (1999).

File consists of clippings and notes relating to the history of Prince George between 1900 to 1911. Includes the following clipped articles from the Prince George Citizen newspaper: "Making a town"; "City council's 1919 agendas were varied and interesting" (2007); "Creating early transportation routes, services and destinations in northern British Columbia" (2008); "Managing fire and mud, part of civic business in 1916" (2004); and "Movie theatre, hospital and jail were the essential public needs in 1911" (2004).

File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to general Prince George history and heritage. Includes material regarding the L'heidli T'enneh People; Fort George; heritage houses in Prince George; buildings designed by architect Henry Wilson (Sacred Heart Church, Knox United Church, and City Hall); Fort George origins; the three Georges (South Fort George, Fort George, and Prince George); and other historic sites of Prince George.

The item is a photograph depicting a woman standing in front of a display containing various items and photographs regarding the history of Prince George. Annotation on reverse side of photograph states, "Living Ls. 2003."

File consists of clippings, notes, and reproductions relating to Prince George's historical population and census data. Includes: "British Columbia Archives research guide" a printed document (2002); "Prince George Historical Population data" by Kent Sedgwick (Oct. 1991); and a "Historical record of subdivisions" typescript chart depicting historical development in the Hart in Prince George (Nov. 1976).

Subseries contains material created over the course of Kent Sedgwick’s involvement with the Prince George Heritage Commission between 1978 and 2006. The files include correspondence, meeting minutes, typed documents, and research materials collected for heritage projects. Some of the heritage projects Kent Sedgwick was involved in include the creation of a heritage inventory record, particularly heritage houses; developing L.C. Gunn Park; and creating interpretive signage for historic locations throughout Prince George.

File consists of clippings, notes, and reproductions relating to golf course history in Prince George. Includes information and clipped articles on the Prince George Golf and Curling Club and the Fort George Park golf course.

File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to the Prince George Genealogical Society.

File consists of notes and reproductions relating to floods in Prince George. Also includes photographs depicting a sign describing the importance of floods in Prince George.

File consists of a clippings, notes, and typed documents relating to the Exploration Place Museum in Prince George. Includes a clipped article from the Prince George Citizen newspaper "Museum lands heritage grant" (17 Oct. 2003) and "2003 Co-op Project: The Exploration Place" typed document by Brian Stauffer (29 Oct. 2003).

File consists of clippings, notes, reproductions, and letters relating to the Prince George Experimental Farm. Includes "District 'C' Farmer's Institute" letter correspondence between the director of development services and Marlene Schwartz (19 July 1999) and "RE: Century Farms Project" letter from Kent Sedgwick to the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries & Food (13 Sept. 1994). Also includes photographs depicting the experimental farm in Prince George, including the house on the property, a barn with a rainbow painted on the front, and the barn at multiple angles (Aug. 2001).

File consists of the "Prince George Echo" newspaper vol. 1 no. 8 (24 July 1958).

File consists of the "Prince George Echo" newspaper vol. 1 no. 50 (29 May 1958).

File consists of the "Prince George Echo" newspaper vol. 1 no. 49 (22 May 1958).

File consists of the "Prince George Echo" newspaper vol. 1 no. 34 (6 Feb. 1958).

File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to a downtown walking tour conducted by Sedgwick for the British Columbia Historical Federation 2003 conference. Also includes photographs depicting participants of the BC Historical Federation Conference on a downtown walking tour in Prince George (2003).

File consists of clippings, notes, and reproductions relating to the revitalization of downtown Prince George. Includes the following clipped articles from the Prince George Citizen newspaper: "Downtown improvement plan unveiled" (June 2006); "Attracting money into downtown" (June 2006); "Architects urge 'sensitive' downtown approach" (Jan. 1982); "The Downtown Question" (Oct. 1994); "Shopping malls now serve as community centres" (Apr. 1982); and "Shopping malls destroy city centres" (Mar. 1982). Also includes "Prince George city core" written by Kent Sedgwick (May 1972); "Downtown Prince George: Land and building values" report from the City of Prince George (Feb. 1979); and "The city of Prince George proposed town centre" booklet from the City of Prince George (Oct. 1980); and a poster entitled "Smart growth on the ground".

File consists of notes and reproductions relating to areas outside of the Prince George bowl, predominating consisting of material about Prince George district lots and Prince George early subdivision areas. Includes: "District lots within the City of Prince George" typescript document prepared by the City of Prince George (1989).

File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to the history of businesses within Prince George. Includes the following clipped articles from the Prince George Citizen newspaper: "The History of Pastry Chef Bakery" (Nov. 2010); "Sole man" (June 2009); "Celebrating 95 years in Prince George" (Feb. 2006); and "Overwaitea Remembers Famous Green Teapot" (Feb. 1986). Also includes a CKPG Radio special anniversary issue of "Golden waves" and photographs depicting the demolition of Parkwood Mall (8 Apr. 1997).

Subseries consists of material collected and created by Kent Sedgwick for research relating to community life in Prince George. The files primarily consist of notes and newspaper clippings discussing life in Prince George during the 20th century. Subseries contains material on public services and infrastructure including fire protection, electricity, water towers, policing and jails, and medicine; the history of businesses including Northern Hardware; public events; and recreational activities including hockey, baseball, curling, skiing, tennis, soccer, lacrosse, boxing, horse racing, golfing, and art.

The item is a photograph negative depicting the back exterior of the Prince George Coliseum. There is snow on the ground and a full parking lot. The Prince George Civic Centre can be seen in the background.

File consists of notes and reproductions relating to climate in Prince George. Includes: "Annual meteorology summary Prince George, B.C". document from Environment Canada (1989).

File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to the Civic Centre and Coliseum in Prince George. Includes various clipped articles from the Prince George Citizen newspaper and "Prince George Coliseum Assessment Study" photocopy of a typescript document (8 Apr. 1989). Also includes a photograph depicting the Prince George Coliseum (Jan 1989).

File consists of clippings, notes, and reproductions relating to city planning in Prince George. Includes "An Epic Drunkard's Beer Parlour and Pub Omnibus Route" reproduced from the CNC Free Press (1980).

File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to city infrastructure in Prince George, including mterial on natural gas, garbage, and City of Prince George public utilities decisions. Includes the following clipped articles from the Prince George Citizen newspaper: "Political agendas in the summer of 1944" (Oct. 2004); "Residents sought improved services"; "'Garbage City' saw the light" (June 2000); and "City Will Have More Cement Walks Under Council's New Policy," (13 July 1944). File also includes: "Surrender to the terms of Inland Natural Gas" typed document from the Mayor and Aldermen of The City of Prince George (9 Oct. 1958); and "Hello, operator" clipped article about Prince George's early telephone operators from the Prince George Free Press newspaper (31 Mar. 2002).

Subseries includes research material created and collected by Kent Sedgwick relating to the incorporation of the City of Prince George. Topics include the naming of the City of Prince George, city boundaries, the city amalgamation with Fort George and South Fort George, city census records, and mayors of Prince George.

The item is a photograph depicting Prince George City hall in 1994. The photograph was taken around Christmas. A nativity scene can be seen in front of the building. Annotation on the back states, "Dave Mah c. 1994." The address is 1100 Patricia Boulevard.

The item is a photograph reproduction of Prince George's City Hall circa. 1922. The building is approximately two stories high. There is an artillery canon next to the building.

The item is a photograph of a photograph depicting Prince George's City Hall circa. 1922 . The building is approximately two stories high. There is an artillery cannon next to the building. The reflection of the photographer is slightly visible in the photograph.

The item is a 35 mm photograph negative of a photograph depicting Prince George's City Hall circa. 1922 . The building is approximately two stories high. There is an artillery cannon next to the building. The refection of the photographer is slightly visible in the photograph.

The item is a 35 mm photograph negative of a photograph depicting Prince George's City Hall circa. 1922 . The building is approximately two stories high. There is an artillery cannon next to the building. The refection of the photographer is slightly visible in the photograph.

The item is a photograph of a photograph depicting Prince George's City Hall circa. 1922 . The building is approximately two stories high. There is an artillery cannon next to the building. The reflection of the photographer is slightly visible in the photograph.

The item is a photograph of a photograph depicting Prince George's City Hall circa. 1922 . The building is approximately two stories high. There is an artillery cannon next to the building. The reflection of the photographer is slightly visible in the photograph.

The item is a photograph reprint originally taken between 1967 and 1975. The photograph depicts the exterior back and side of Prince George City Hall prior to its three story expansion in 1975. The address is 1100 Patricia Boulevard, Prince George.

The item is a photograph reprint originally taken between 1967 and 1975. The photograph depicts the exterior parking lot side of Prince George City Hall prior to its three story expansion in 1975. The address is 1100 Patricia Boulevard.

The item is a photograph reprint originally taken between 1967 and 1975. The photograph depicts the exterior and second story of Prince George City Hall prior to its three story expansion in 1975. The address is 1100 Patricia Boulevard.

The item is a photograph reprint originally taken between 1967 and 1975. The photograph depicts the exterior of Prince George City Hall taken through trees from across the street prior to its three story expansion in 1975. The address is 1100 Patricia Boulevard

The item is a photograph reprint originally taken between 1967 and 1975. The photograph depicts the side exterior of Prince George City Hall prior to its three story expansion in 1975. The address is 1100 Patricia Boulevard.

The item is a photograph reprint originally taken between 1967 and 1975. The photograph depicts the exterior side of Prince George City Hall prior to its three story expansion in 1975. The address is 1100 Patricia Boulevard.