artiFACT Watkins Glen, N.Y. Postcard

Watkins Glen, N.Y.

Estimated value: $10-$25

In 1907, Watkins Glen, New York was emerging as a premier tourist destination in the Finger Lakes region, capitalizing on the natural beauty of its dramatic gorge to attract visitors via newly expanded rail networks. The early 1900s represented the height of the American postcard craze, when illustrated cards served as the primary means of sharing travel experiences and promoting regional attractions to distant friends and family.

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