The Wonderful Illustrator of Franklin County” Bus Tour

“Wizard of Oz” Illustrator W.W. Denslow Franklin County’s Drawings Explored

Travel aboard a deluxe motorcoach and learn about illustrator W.W. Denslow. Long before he became famous for illustrating The Wizard of Oz, Denslow was commissioned to sketch homes, businesses, and landmarks throughout Franklin County for the book Historical Sketch of Franklin County. Along the route, enjoy Franklin County’s colorful fall foliage while hearing the insights and research done from Pam Anderson, certified genealogist and W.W. Denslow enthusiast. In addition, enjoy a delicious deli buffet lunch with courses including soup, garden salad, pasta salad, meats, cheeses and bread selection at the Waynesboro Country Club.
 
No journey through “Oz” would be complete without giveaways and surprises, including chances to win a leather-bound reprint of Historical Sketch of Franklin County and a reprint of Denslow’s illustrated edition of Humpty Dumpty.

Photo depicts the F. Forthman Store and Residence, one of the more than 60 properties in Franklin County sketched by W.W. Denslow as part of the commissioned works he did in the Historical Sketch of Franklin County. It is located at the present-day Eagles Club, at 14 East Main Street in Waynesboro.