Racing Poster, "Detroit Grand Prix II," 1983
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From 1982 to 1991, the annual Detroit Grand Prix was contested on a challenging 2.5-mile circuit laid out on downtown Detroit streets. In 1992, the course moved to nearby Belle Isle. The race was a Formula One event before transitioning to the IndyCar Series in 1989. Italian driver Michele Alboreto took the checkered flag for Tyrrell Racing in 1983.
From 1982 to 1991, the annual Detroit Grand Prix was contested on a challenging 2.5-mile circuit laid out on downtown Detroit streets. In 1992, the course moved to nearby Belle Isle. The race was a Formula One event before transitioning to the IndyCar Series in 1989. Italian driver Michele Alboreto took the checkered flag for Tyrrell Racing in 1983.
Artifact
Poster
Date Made
1983
Subject Date
03 June 1983 - 05 June 1983
Creators
Detroit Renaissance Grand Prix Inc.
Creator Notes
Original artwork by Joseph E. Grey II. Poster published by Detroit Renaissance Events Incorporated.
Keywords
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
87.15.20.2
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Detroit Renaissance Grand Prix.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Color
Multicolored
Dimensions
Height : 22 in
Width: 36 in
Inscriptions
Printed along lower edge of poster: Detroit Grand Prix II Printed along right side edge of poster: JUNE 3-4-5/1983 Signature printed in upper right corner: Joseph E. Grey II.
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