Drought Refugee Homes in Yakima 1939

Vintage image from August 1939 depicts homes built from available materials by drought refugees in Sumac Park, Yakima, Washington. This settlement was one of several significant shacktowns in the area, reflecting the hardships faced by many displaced families during the Great Depression. Such communities illustrate the resilience of those affected by economic challenges.

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