Print, Photographic

Black and white photographic print of the groundbreaking ceremonies for the Detroit Historical Museum located at the corner of Kirby Street and Woodward Avenue. A stage adorned with bunting, is positioned on the grounds; Governor G. Mennen Williams stands at the center behind a microphone. Varying dignitaries are seated adjacent to the governor including Mrs. Fred T. Murphy; Mayor Eugene Van Antwerp; Dr. Henry; Mr. Kronk; Mayor Albert Cobo; Mr. William Kapp; Dr. Whittaker; and Mrs. Alfred G. Wilson. "Groundbreaking, July 24, 1949," is handwritten on the verso.