This vintage-style travel poster of Ann Arbor's Leslie Science & Nature Center is the perfect wall art to transport the charm of Ann Arbor's picturesque downtown directly into your home, office, or cottage. Created by Ann Arbor artist Brian Walline, this travel art print is inspired by the bold colors and nostalgic charm of 1930s national parks tourism posters, showcasing Brian's modern take on the classic WPA-style in five ready-to-frame print sizes.
The artwork colorfully depicts Ann Arbor's Central Campus skyline (such as Burton Tower and North Quad) from the vantage point of Leslie Science & Nature Center, with a prominently placed American Kestrel as a tribute to the center's Raptor Loop. Affectionately known as "Ann Arbor's Backyard," the Leslie Science & Nature Center is a historic natural space with trails, raptor enclosures, a Critter House & public programs for all. From Lesliesnc.org, "From 1923 through 1976, Dr. Eugene and Emily Leslie lived in a home surrounded by fields, prairie, and woods that had views of the City of Ann Arbor ... The Leslies wanted to preserve their land for children and decided to deed their property to the City of Ann Arbor with a request that it be used for children ... Upon their death, the land and buildings were passed on to all of the citizens — especially the children — of Ann Arbor. With this gift, the City established Leslie Science Center in order to provide children with an opportunity to explore the rich natural resources around them. Today, the Leslie legacy is extended through the generous gifts of caring individuals who share this vision." This print seeks to capture the beauty and spirit of one of Ann Arbor's hidden gems, and also includes the artist's own custom-made typeface for the "Ann Arbor" lettering.
The perfect gift for any Ann Arborite or University of Michigan alumn, this vibrant print is essential wall art for your home, apartment, cottage, or office. "Bring Michigan Home" with this bold tribute to one of the state's most beautiful towns!
Product Details:
Art Style: Vintage WPA national park travel poster style
Subject: The Leslie Science & Nature Center in Ann Arbor, Michigan
Ideal For: Graduation gift, wall art, home decor, office decor, and Ann Arbor gift
Print Sizes: 5x7" (Matted to 8x10", 11x14", 16x20", 18x24", & 24x36"
Artist: Brian Walline (The Mighty Mitten)
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Recognition: The City of Ann Arbor occupies the ancestral, traditional, and contemporary Lands of the Anishinaabeg peoples. In particular, the city resides on Land ceded in the 1807 Treaty of Detroit.
Ann Arbor - Leslie Science & Nature Center - Travel Art Print
Product Info
- HANDMADE IN MICHIGAN!
- Signed by the artist
- Archival giclée travel art poster
- 5 Standard sizes — Ready to frame
- Heavyweight, acid-free matte paper
- Top quality pigment-based inks
- 1" white margin around printed area
- 1.5" white margin for 8x10" prints
- 8x10" prints come matted, with a mat opening of 4.5x6.5"
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Shipping
- Free Shipping on orders over $75
- Prints typically ship in 1-5 days via USPS or UPS
- 8x10" and 11x14" prints ship FLAT
- 16x20" (and up) prints ship ROLLED
- Long distance deliveries of 11x14" prints may also shipped rolled
- Orders that mix flat items (matted 8x10" prints, coaster sets, etc.) with larger, rolled prints will ship separately
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About the Artist
A Proud Michigander, Brian Walline is the founder and artist behind The Mighty Mitten. Brian lives in Ann Arbor, where he works to continuously expand his series of Michigan travel art.
