1965 Holiday Inn Des Moines IA Vintage Postcard Pool Mid-Century Modern

$ 5.28

Continent: North America Size: Standard (5.5 x 3.5 in) Region: Iowa Country of Origin: United States Theme: Roadside Americana Original/Licensed Reprint: Original City: Des Moines Signed: No Era: Chrome (c. 1939-present) Material: Paper Postage Condition: Posted Country: United States Country/Region of Manufacture: United States Subject: Motel

Description

1965 Holiday Inn Des Moines IA Vintage Postcard Pool Mid-Century Modern. The main image presents a lively scene around a kidney-shaped swimming pool, complete with lounge chairs and colorful patio umbrellas, reflecting the leisure and travel trends of the era. Thank you for visiting! This item is in stock and usually ships within 1 business day of your purchase. It will be shipped via ebay Standard Envelope which provides tracking information when it passes through the sorting machines for First Class mail. USPS workers have no way of scanning the barcode on the label. When it marks it as "out for delivery or delivered" it means it has arrived at your local sorting center, not your home address. Depending on your local postal route, it may take several days yet to arrive at your home. Also, consider possible weather delays in the actual time the service takes. Feel free to write if you have any questions. Discover a vibrant piece of mid-century Americana with this vintage postcard featuring the Holiday Inn of Des Moines, Iowa. Dated March 1965, this Curteichcolor Natural Color Reproduction captures the iconic motel's inviting atmosphere, showcasing its distinctive architecture and amenities. The main image presents a lively scene around a kidney-shaped swimming pool, complete with lounge chairs and colorful patio umbrellas, reflecting the leisure and travel trends of the era. An inset view highlights the main building and the famous Holiday Inn "Great Sign" with its star, a beacon for travelers across the country. This collectible postcard offers a glimpse into a bygone era of American roadside culture and design. The detailed imagery, characteristic of Curteichcolor's quality, brings to life the vibrant colors and relaxed ambiance of a 1960s Holiday Inn. It's a fantastic item for collectors of vintage postcards, mid-century modern enthusiasts, or anyone interested in the history of American hospitality and travel. The card also features a 5-cent John F. Kennedy postage stamp and a clear Des Moines, Iowa postmark from 1965, adding to its historical charm.