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Criterion Hotel, Dining Room SW1954.0009
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Feverish preparations for Queen Elizabeth II's royal visit to New Plymouth gripped the city on 8 January 1954. Travelling by train from Wanganui that day, the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh were due to stay overnight at the now demolished Criterion Hotel. This photograph, recently discovered amongst the Swainson Collection, shows Charles and Silvia Acheson putting the final touches on a lavishly decorated table in the Criterion's dining room. The two large menu cards feature a photograph of Pukekura Park, showcasing one of New Plymouth's great attractions to the Royal party. The photograph is from a series of nine Swainson Collection photographs that document the Queen's visit.
Information and images from the Puke Ariki collection may not be reproduced, transmitted or copied without permission except for the purposes of private study and research, criticism and review, or education consistent with the New Zealand Copyright Act 1994. Please contact the Puke Ariki Image Service for any further permissions.
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