Charlie Farrell - Palm Springs, CA
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A statue of Charlie Farrell, Hollywood star and Palm Springs mayor, at the entrance to Palm Springs International Airport.
Waymark Code: WM16Q4F
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 09/15/2022
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Photos taken on 14 September 2022. The plaque says, "Charlie Farrell
Bronze created by Artist/Actor George Montgomery
Dedicated December 3, 1999
Hollywood screen and television star, Charlie Farrell, was Mayor of the City of Palm Springs from 1948-1958. While Mayor, he helped secure the return of the Airport to the City after World War II. He founded the Racquet Club with actor Ralph Bellamy in 1984, which attracted Hollywood stars to Palm Springs and fostered Palm Springs legendary i mage of star studded glamour.
Funds provided by the Friends of Charlie Farrell Committee chaired by Sally Presley Rippingale and the City of Palm Springs Public Art Commission and Airport Commission.
Base design by John Tavera
Base funding by the Rosenson Family and the Racquet Club of Palm Springs."
URL of the statue: Not listed
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