Design Booklet for the Ford Rotunda Renovation, 1952-1953
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Artifact Overview
As part of its fiftieth anniversary celebration in 1953, Ford Motor Company refurbished the Rotunda -- an exhibit area and hospitality center for Ford's Rouge factory tours. In addition to several dedicated exhibition spaces, the new design included an auditorium, a public lounge, and a themed outdoor ride. The Rotunda drew two million visitors annually until it was destroyed by fire in 1962.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Booklet
Date Made
1952-1953
Subject Date
1952-1953
Creators
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2003.109.2
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Ford & Earl Associates, Inc.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Printing (Process)
Color
Multicolored
Dimensions
Height: 8.5 in
Width: 11.25 in
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