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Outside Lands Podcast Episode 40: Speedway Meadow and Polo Fields

The story of Golden Gate Park's Speedway Meadow, the Speed Road, and the Polo Fields.
Outside Lands San Francisco Podcast - Oct 12, 2013

Outside Lands Podcast Episode 40: Speedway Meadow and Polo Fields Outside Lands Podcast Episode 40: Speedway Meadow and Polo Fields

(above) Golden Gate Park, circa 1885

Speed Road, From the East to the West Golden Gate Park Carriages on Speedway, Clary Collection

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