"The Mother Earth News," January 1970

THF290238 / "The Mother Earth News," January 1970 / front cover
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Artifact Overview

The Mother Earth News appealed to young, "hip" readers who invested in back-to-the-land philosophies and do-it-yourself approaches. Launched in January 1970, it remains in publication as the longest-running magazine devoted to readers who want to live in a more sustainable way.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Magazine (Periodical)

Subject Date

January 1970

Location

By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center

Object ID

2018.123.1

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)

Technique

Printing (Process)

Color

Yellow (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 10.875 in
Width: 8.188 in

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