Black and white photo of a vast desert landscape with rock formations. A person stands in the distance; scrubby bushes dot the foreground. Serene, open sky.

Al Morton Collection 1930s-1950s

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Utah Department of Cultural and Community Engagement

The Al W. Morton collection documents scenic Utah. Morton photographed and filmed many of Utah’s natural beauties, including rivers, landscapes, and the National Parks in Utah, helping the tourist industry. He also documented recreational activities such as river trips. His films were shown in schools as tourist promotions.

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