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Step back in time to Boblo Island Amusement Park — Detroit’s beloved island getaway on the Detroit River that brought joy to generations from 1898 until its closure in 1993.This authentic vintage black-and-white photograph captures a perfect slice of 1970s/1980s Michigan nostalgia: two stylish older women taking a well-earned rest on a park bench, sunglasses on, handbags nearby, while the bright lights of the roller coaster and classic midway signage ("Roller Coaster" and the distinctive "Rolly Hoop" neon) shine in the background. You can almost hear the laughter, screams from the rides, and the hum of the crowd on a summer day.Perfect for anyone who remembers the Boblo Boat ride down the river, family picnics, thrill rides like the Screamer or Sky Streak, or simply loves vintage Detroit and Southeast Michigan history.
Our ready-to-hang premium wooden frames, crafted from responsibly sourced oak or ash, feature unique wood grains for added character. The posters are printed on master's edition, museum-quality paper—off-white, uncoated, and ideal for those seeking world-class quality:
Ready-to-hang: Includes hanging kit, ready to hang directly on the wall.
Frame Material: Responsibly sourced oak and ash wood.
Frame Measurements: 20mm (0.79") thick and wide, wider than the classic 14mm (0.55") frame.
Paper Weight: 250 gsm (110 lb), thickness: 0.29 mm (11.4 mils), ideal for fine art.
Paper Finishing: Matte, uncoated, natural white, archival museum-quality paper.
Protection: Shatterproof plexiglass protects the poster.
Sustainable Paper: FSC-certified materials or equivalent.
Available Sizes: 15 sizes in inches (US&CA) and cms (rest of the world).
Learn about paper types and their unique textures and finishes here.
No minimum orders, printed and shipped on demand.
Vintage Boblo Island Amusement Park Photo Print - Detroit Nostalgia 1970s 1980s - Roller Coaster Sign Bob Lo Michigan Memories
$120.76