Collection: Osher Map Library Collection

Name: Environmental Action April 22.

Barcode: 58914

Brief Description: "Courtesy the Washington (D.C.) Star". Earth is depicted as overpopulated, many of the population falling or trying to cling to one another. The poster was designed by William "Bill" Garner, an editorial cartoonist and illustrator for the magazine Environmental Action, April 22, volume 1, number 3. The poster commemorated the first Earth Day in Washington, D.C. to raise awareness of environmental issues such as pollution, deforestation and the need for conservation. The poster includes the artist's signature "Garner" bottom right.

Creator: Garner, William

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Publishing Location: Washington, D.C.

Language: English

Type: Posters

Dimensions: 38.5 x 50 cm on sheet 56 x 43 cm

Historical Context: The first Earth Day in Washington, D.C. took place on April 22, 1970 and drew thousands to the National Mall which made it the central event in the nationwide environmental movement. It was organized by Senator Gaylord Nelson and environmental activist Denis Hayes. The day featured speeches, teach-ins and rallies to raise awareness of environmental issues affecting the Earth.

LC Call Number: HC 79.E5 1970 G3

OCLC: 1468698587

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