Print, Photographic

Print. Black and white photographic print of a public service window display for the Michigan State Parks at The J.L. Hudson Company Department Store. Featured in the window are a series of mannequins, posing as a family, including dad, mom and children, having a picnic. A map above the display features the locations of twelve different state parks. Signage below the map reads, "Let's Have A Picnic, at One of Our Own State Parks, For Out Door-Fun Essentials, Visit Our Seventh Floor." Murals on either side of the display feature the smoggy city, and a respite park. Signage affixed to the far left mural reads, "Your Parks, Within a radius of thirty-five to sixty-five miles of downtown Detroit are twelve beautiful Michigan State Parks. Picturesque lakes and streams, scenic hills, woods and open spaces, blend to make these thousands of acres highly attractive. These areas are suitable for picnicking, camping, group-camping, hiking, horseback riding, boating, fishing, and nature study. Beautiful in season are wild flowers and autumn colors along wildwood trails. Your State Parks offer you all these desirable recreate facilities for your pleasure and enjoyment. For information or maps… Michigan Department of Conservation, 2004 Cadillac Square Building, Detroit, Michigan, OR phone, Randolph 3909." The date, photographic sequence number, company name, and photographer's name are printed on the bottom of the recto, "6-17-47; 22853-x; The J.L. Hudson Company; Photography by Davis B. Hillmer."