Original Item
Description
This black-and-white photograph depicts an indoor stage or exhibition set featuring a large scenic backdrop and decorative architectural elements. The stage appears to have been constructed for a public event, performance, exhibition, or civic gathering in Marion, Ohio.
Stage sets of this kind were commonly used for community events, theatrical productions, civic programs, and promotional displays during the mid-twentieth century. Local media organizations, including radio stations such as WMRN, frequently participated in or promoted events held on stages like this.
The photograph provides a visual record of the types of public programs and staged presentations that formed part of Marion’s cultural and civic life during the era. The exact event, location, and photographer associated with this image are currently unknown.
Research Notes
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People and Timeline
- People
- Unknown
- Timeline placement
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Citation and Rights
WMRN-2026-018. Indoor Stage Set with Scenic Backdrop. WMRN Radio History Archive.
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Full Catalog Metadata
- Object type
- Photograph
- Source / donor
- Mike & Linda Perry Collection"," Marion County Historical Society
- Physical location
- Marion County Historical Society" "(Original photograph held in the Mike & Linda Perry Collection)
- Usage notes
- Use restricted pending rights determination. Courtesy of the Mike & Linda Perry Collection", Marion County Historical Society.
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