Photos

Photo Galleries

California State Capitol
Images of the capitol and grounds.
Caltrans
Selected images of California's freeway and highway system.
Historic Photos - State Library
Browse a collection of historical daguerreotypes, posters, advertisements, portraits, and maps. Also includes a collection of Mexican War prints, stereographs, and 19th century sheet music.
State Symbols - California State Archives and California State Library
Images and information on California's state insignia, such as the state animal, state tree, state flag, state motto, state rock and more.

Coastal art and poetry contest - California Coastal Commission
All California students, kindergarten through 12th grades, are invited to participate.
Coastal photo contest - California Coastal Commission
Open to amateur photographers.
Fairs and expositions - California Department of Food and Agriculture
Links to fairs and expos throughout the State. Many host photo competitions and contests.
Parks photo contest - California State Parks Foundation
Display your photographs and share your experiences of visiting California's State Parks with other like-minded photographers.

Museums
Links to museums within California. Many have photo and exhibit galleries on their websites.
National parks - National Park Service
Click on a national park to view park information and links to photos.
Shop for photos - California State Library
Links to an online store where you can buy or browse historical daguerreotypes, posters, advertisements, portraits, and maps.
U.S. Government - USA.gov
Photos and graphics from the U.S. government.