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Title Mt. Mitchell
Date June 1946
Description Photograph shows a view of Mount Mitchell as seen from the parking overlook near mile post 349.9 in section 2N of the Blue Ridge Parkway, with a sign stating "View Mt. Mitchell, elev - 6684, elev here 4825." Taken by Abbie Rowe in June 1946 for publicity purposes.
Commentary
Location Location Name: Section 2N
Parkway Milepost: None
Creator Individual Abbie Rowe
Tags Automobile parking
Mount Mitchell (N.C.)
Photographs
Scenery
Scenic overlooks
Signs and signboards
Tourism
Credit Courtesy National Park Service, Blue Ridge Parkway