Interior of Aquarium on Belle Isle
View of interior of Aquarium on Belle Isle, showing fish tanks along corridor walls. Barrel-vaulted ceilings are tiled; radiators and railings in center of hallway. Printed on front: "Aquarium at Belle Isle, Detroit, Michigan." Printed on back: "The aquarium at Belle Isle Park houses a collection which includes every species of fresh water fish found in Michigan's lakes and streams and species from other inland waters throughout the country. In addition there are tropical fish, alligators, turtles, sea lions, otter and South American beaver. An educational exhibit shows the hatching of fish eggs of different species. It is considered one of the finest aquariums in the United States exhibiting fresh water fish. Tichnor quality views. Reg. U.S. Pat. Off. Made only by Tichnor Bros., Inc., Boston, Mass." Handwritten on back: "Saturday. Hello Marion, Wondering whats the matter. Long time no letters. Hope everything is OK. I'm fine and wish I was home. Write soon, Mum." Card is postmarked July 1, 1944.
- Resource ID:
- bh010893
- Subject:
- Belle Isle Park (Detroit, Mich.)
- Aquariums, Public--Michigan--Detroit
- Postcards
- Publisher:
- Tichnor Brothers
- Date:
- c.1944
- Format:
- 1 postcard : col. ; 3.5 x 5.5 in.
- Department:
- Burton Historical Collection
- Location:
- D/Parks-Belle Isle-Aquarium
- Copyright:
- Physical rights are retained by DPL. Copyright is retained in accordance with U.S. copyright laws.