A woman in Missouri may have uncovered a rare collection of photographs by Ansel Adams, a renowned photographer known for capturing the beauty of the American Southwest. The photos, believed to have been taken during the 1930s and 1940s, showcase landscapes and scenes from Adams’ travels through the region. The current owner, Kelly Robinson, is now working to bring attention to this significant find.
Robinson, who discovered the collection in June, was initially drawn to it because of her interest in Native American imagery. However, she soon realized the collection contained much more—over 200 photos from the Santa Fe Railway’s corporate photography archives, including works that might be by Ansel Adams.
Robinson shared that the photos provide a historical snapshot of America during the 1930s and 1940s, highlighting industrial growth and wartime efforts. The collection features images of Native Americans, national parks like Carlsbad Caverns, and scenes from the railway.
After extensive research, Robinson confirmed that some of the photos are indeed Ansel Adams’ work, though they were created for commercial purposes and are not signed. Instead, they are stamped, which was typical for commercial projects at that time.
Robinson is now looking to keep the collection intact and hopes it will be displayed in an exhibit, possibly at a location like Union Station, where it can tell the story of the Santa Fe Railway and the era it represents.
News 13 has reached out to the Ansel Adams Gallery for verification and is awaiting confirmation on the authenticity of the photographs.
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