Razorback Dune at Silver Lake Sand Dunes, circa 1970

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Artifact Overview

Michigan's Silver Lake Sand Dunes, located between Muskegon and Ludington, are part of a series of dunes along Lake Michigan's eastern shore. They were formed by wind blowing over sand left by glaciers some 10,000 years ago. Visitors to Silver Lake Sand Dunes could ride in specially modified vehicles with wide tires suited to the sandy terrain.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Postcard

Date Made

circa 1970

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

88.20.76

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Virginia and John Heymoss.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)

Technique

Printing (Process)

Color

Multicolored

Dimensions

Length: 4.125 in
Width: 5.875 in

Razorback Dune at Silver Lake Sand Dunes, circa 1970