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Wisconsin fun map : picturing the vacation opportunities of this great outdoor state
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This pictorial map from the Wisconsin Conservation Commission depicts people doing various vacation activities, forms of transportation, wildlife, points of scenic and historic interest, Indian reservations, selected cities, and tourist destinations throughout the state. The bottom margin states, "Relax in Wisconsin ... where friends and nature meet."
1936
Wisconsin. State Conservation Commission (cartographer)
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Wisconsin Billboard
1938
A movable billboard aimed at passing motorists along State Highway 20 in Illinois. It reads "Relax in Wisconsin, Where Friends and Nature Meet." Although tourists traveled to Wisconsin by train d...
Relax in Wisconsin
Promotional stamp for Wisconsin tourism. Shows the outline of the state with an arrow crossing from northeast to southwest and bears the slogan "relax in Wisconsin where friends and nature meet."
Bayfield County : Top o' Wisconsin
circa 1967
This tourist brochure for Bayfield County, Wisconsin, from 1967 includes a map of the county showing towns, cities and villages, highways and roads, railroads, Red Cliff Indian Reservation, Chequam...
Wisconsin Tourism Sign
Group of resort and hotel owners gathered in front of a Wisconsin tourism sign that reads: "Relax In Wisconsin." There is a building in the background.
Come to Antigo Fun Land : For a Perfect Family Vacation
circa 1960
This pictorial map shows recreation activities, rivers, lakes, and the history of the area. The map covers Langlade County and parts of adjacent counties. It is decorated with cartoon illustrations...
Map of Peninsula State Park & Ephraim: Door County, Wisconsin
circa 1940
This pictorial map shows campsites, trails, auto roads, piers, and points of interest. It includes an inset map of Chambers Island. Caption reads: "Souvenir of Mrs. Johnson's Coffee Shop. 'Arrulou'...
