Across the Continent Game, 1952-1960
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Artifact Overview
Players race "Across the Continent" in the 1952 version of this Parker Brothers game. Players roll the dice and move train-shaped game pieces from coast to coast, then back again to win. The game is also educational -- players learn about the cities, commercial and agricultural products, and the scenic beauty of the United States through the colorful illustrations that dot the board.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Board game (Game set)
Date Made
1952-1960
Creators
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
87.130.9
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Cardboard
Metal
Plastic
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Lithography
Dimensions
Height: 1.875 in
Width: 11.5 in
Length: 18 in
Inscriptions
on box top: ACROSS THE CONTINENT / THE / UNITED STATES / GAME
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