Back Yard Recreation
Title
Back Yard Recreation
Description
Dr. Marvin Hanaford's house at 1995 Harlem Boulevard. Marvin and his wife Melvina moved into the home by 1911 and lived there until their deaths in 1938 and 1921 respectively. The house was built about 1900 with the property line going to the Rock River. The backyard was a place for private relaxation and recreation. The river provided scenery and access to water sports.
Date
circa 1911 - 1938
Rights
Midway Village Museum
Type
Still Image
Identifier
74.595.102
Original Format
Photograph
Physical Dimensions
4.75" x 7"
Collection
Citation
“Back Yard Recreation,” Midway Village Museum - Digital Collections, accessed April 18, 2024, https://midwayvillagemuseumdigitalcollections.omeka.net/items/show/4359.