• Night At the Mexican Border

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    Nighttime postcards from the U.S. – Mexican border is certainly a unique collection, and the collector is sharing his views, insights, and lots of interesting facts.

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    Night At the Mexican Border

  • Bamforth’s “Big Bottoms” Postcards

    Bamforth’s “Big Bottoms” Postcards

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    Seaside humor postcards always avoid outright meanness, sure they are exaggerations but they are harmless. Most of the art does not mock real bodies, it mocks the cartoon world. They are the cards that portray naughtiness without consequences.

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  • St. Augustine, Florida – The Oldest City in the United States

    St. Augustine, Florida – The Oldest City in the United States

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    Saint Augustine, Florida radiates a charm that feels timeless and inviting. The cobblestone streets, Spanish architecture, and ocean breezes are like nowhere else in Florida. The historic district buzzes with culture, while peaceful beaches offer space to unwind. Warm hospitality, vibrant arts, and stunning sunsets make the city unforgettable.

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  • An Illustrated Biography of London Bridge

    An Illustrated Biography of London Bridge

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    The story of London Bridge is ultimately a tale of adaptation. Fifty-five years ago, the bridge’s relocation to the Arizona desert was one of the most unusual and imaginative acts of historical preservation known to mankind when it became a reminder that even the most rooted structure can find new life in an unexpected place.

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Past Article

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What it means to reach 1000. It is a goal achieved.

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Postcard History is a free online magazine dedicated to vintage and historic picture postcards and the many stories associated with them. We feature richly illustrated articles designed to both inform and entertain postcard collectors and history buffs. We also provide the most comprehensive listing of forthcoming shows around. And there’s a rich trove of links to institutional and personal online postcard collections. There’s also a comprehensive, verified listing of active postcard clubs in the U. S. and Canada, which we’re working on expanding worldwide.